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…
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…
Realistic tips, honest fun, and a little bit of ocean magic Dreaming of gathering your own paua in Kaikoura, but not sure where to start—especially with the kids in tow? You’re not alone. The Herianian, where we keep things real—family travel in New Zealand that’s fun, meaningful, and budget-friendly. We don’t do luxury resorts or…
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…
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…