First up on the ultimate roadie - The Auckland Art Gallery! The exhibitions are ever-changing, keeping art enthusiasts on their toes with anticipation of what’s next! A personal highlight of mine is Threads of Time: Travel, Trade & Textiles - a stunning collection of history. The gold framed European artworks from the 15th to 18th century will leave you speechless… and curious! 

Next in Auckland, step into a unique wonderland of obstacles, lighting, sound effects, illusions and strange sensation at Odyssey Sensory Maze! This quick (30 minutes) maze will give you a burst of fun before you hit the road again.

After immersing yourself in culture and fun, satisfy your hunger at Gloria’s. Sink your teeth into a Focacia Sanga or Pizza Al Taglio before you continue your journey!

Once you reach the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula, just sit back and relax. Oh, and remember to pack a shovel because you’ll be able to dig up your own natural hot pool metres at Hot-Water Beach. The naturally heated mineral water bubbles up and emerges through the golden sand as you dig - a truly unique experience! Spa day at the beach anyone?

Another way to channel your zen is at The Lost Spring in Whitianga. They offer a handful of ways to get pampered, you can relax in Geo-Thermal Pools, relax in the Tree Top Day Spa and even dine in at their Restaurant - you’ll feel like you’re in a resort!

Don’t forget to snag a Coro Pie before you leave! Their naughty Big Breakfast Pie will leave you drooling. Just can’t beat a classic kiwi treat!

Next up on your summer roadie to do list - touring The Hobbiton Movie Set! Even if you haven’t watched The Lord of the Rings, you’ll be in awe. You can choose from seven experiences which includes the typical Hobbiton Movie Set Tour and Food Tours served inside the Party Marquee. You’ll be journeying past the colourful Hobbit Hole doors that scatter hillside for a wonderful middle-earth adventure. It’s an experience you’ll be thinking about for years to come, so venture fourth!

The thermal pools have always been a popular destination for visitors - even dating back to the Pink and White Terraces! So it’s no wonder it made our list. There are a handful of Hot Poolsand Mud Spa’s to choose from, but If you wanna get stuck straight into mud, Hell’s Gate will be up your alley! It’s the only place in NZ where you can soak in an outdoor mud bath. Māori warriors used to heal their battle scarred bodies with the nutrient rich mud so you know a dip in the spa will be exceptionally healing!

Next up, named one of the World’s Coolest McDonald’s - Taupō’s Maccas has the honour of being home to the ONLY location that includes a decommissioned DC3 plane. Grab a meal and go dine inside the plane - don’t forget to take charge in the cockpit as well!

Afterwards, swing by the Hole in One Challenge! Hit golf balls onto the floating pontoon and make sure they land in the hole to win a prize of $10,000 cash! The best part is that you don’t need to book (unless you’re part of a large group), so you can take your time adventuring around before you make your way to the lake!

Squeeze another stop and wander to Huka Falls , where you’ll hear it before you see it! Just a short walk from the car park, you’ll have a great view of the raging white water as it surges through the shallow gorge.

When in Wellington, you have to visit the Museum of New Zealand - Te Papa Tongarewa! It’s renowned for being bicultural, innovative and fun. Learn about Aotearoa’s unique natural environment, see Gallipoli through the eyes and ears of Kiwis and be moved by the extraordinary stories from young refugees. You’ll come out feeling more knowledgeable, that’s for sure!

The very last tick off in your summer roadie is a 5 minute Cable Car ride! Disembark on an adventure where you’ll go up through the hillside terraced houses of Kelburn to perch above the city with an incredible view.