Family Travel Insurance for Bali – How We Got It Free!
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Family Travel Insurance for Bali – How We Got It Free!

Bali Bound! Why This Dad Finally Got Travel Insurance (and Scored it for FREE!) Hey fellow travellers! Family travel insurance isn’t something I used to think about—but planning our family trip to BALI changed everything. Have you ever asked yourself, “Do I really need travel insurance for a family holiday?” Let me tell you why…

Wise Card vs. Traditional Travel Cards: Which Is Better for Your Trip?
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Wise Card vs. Traditional Travel Cards: Which Is Better for Your Trip?

Real Cost Comparison from a New Zealand Dad Traveling to Bali Why I Chose the Wise Card for Our Bali Trip Hey everyone,As we gear up for our family holiday from Christchurch to Bali, I wanted to make smarter money choices—especially around exchange rates and overseas card fees. It’s so easy to lose money on…

christchurch free activities with kids: Hagley park botanic garden
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Christchurch Free Activities with Kids: 10 Places We Actually Go

Looking for Christchurch free activities that kids will actually love? As a dad raising two little ones here in Ōtautahi, I’ve had my share of “are-we-there-yet” moments, scraped knees, forgotten hats, and emergency fluffy stops. But through all that chaos, I’ve also discovered some pretty amazing places—completely free—that we keep going back to. Christchurch is…

Cookie Time Factory shop outskirt of Christchurch
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Cookie Time Factory Fun: 5 Sweet Reasons to Visit with Your Family

Intro: Setting the Scene Cookie Time Factory in Christchurch is a sweet spot every Kiwi family should visit. As an immigrant dad raising kids here in Aotearoa, I’m always on the lookout for fun, budget-friendly activities with a local twist. And let’s be real—what family doesn’t love cookies? When we’re not chasing the best souvlaki…

Christchurch CBD Parking The Crossing local's favorite
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Christchurch CBD Parking for Families: Why The Crossing is Our Go-To Spot

Christchurch CBD Parking: A Local Dad’s Easy Family Guide Let’s talk about something no one likes but every city-going parent has to deal with—parking in Christchurch CBD. As an immigrant dad raising two kids in Christchurch, I’ve learned to appreciate the small wins. One of those wins? Finding a parking spot that doesn’t cost a…