Goodbye Auckland

We packed our things, cleaned up, left the Airbnb nice and tidy, got into our car, and hit the gas.
We took the highway, heading towards our next stop and a three-night stay in Whitianga. It rained until midday, which had a strangely comforting touch as long as the temperature were warm enough.

The main roads are mostly in good condition, and the speed limits are generally well placed, though sometimes the distances between them feel a bit too long. But if you want to discover nature’s hidden treasures, you have to handle narrow, steep gravel roads from time to time. They’re kinda sketchy, but totally worth the trouble.

Along the way, we snacked, listened to random music, and had some deeptalks.Read more