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WELCOME TO AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND

WELCOME TO AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND

My experience and knowledge of Aotearoa New Zealand is vast, after all, it is my home. I love to share and inspire others with travel experiences and knowledge of my homeland.

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WHO IS YOLO SOLO?

WHO IS YOLO SOLO?

Kia ora! I am Karllie, and I love to share my passion for budget solo travel and adventures. A few years ago I left a long career in teaching, sold my home and haven't looked back...

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SOLO TRAVEL AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND

SOLO TRAVEL AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND

Join this Facebook group is for those who are inspired to explore Aotearoa New Zealand solo. This is a great place to ask questions and share your adventures, advice and tips.

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Tiritiri Matangi

TIRITIRI MATANGI ISLAND – AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND

Tiritiri Matangi is an island paradise home to a plethora of native flora and fauna. Located in the Hauraki Gulf, just off the Whangaparaoa Peninsular, the island is easily accessible by boat. Thousands of visitors frequent the island each year to discover and enjoy the incredible birdlife. Many hope that they might be lucky to…

Great Barrier Island

THE BEST THINGS TO DO ON GREAT BARRIER ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND

Aotea, or Great Barrier Island as it is more commonly known, is a bucket list destination for many. This ‘off the grid’ island is something special with a population of fewer than 1000 residents. It is a popular holiday destination in the summer where many enjoy the beaches and the ocean for snorkelling, fishing, and…

Tongariro Northern Circuit

TONGARIRO NORTHERN CIRCUIT – A NEW ZEALAND GREAT WALK

TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK Before getting into the details of the Tongariro Northern Circuit it is important to first acknowledge the Tongariro National Park as the oldest national park in Aotearoa New Zealand. It is also a dual World Heritage area. This recognises the important values of Māori cultural and spiritual connections as well as the…

Great Barrier Island

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WALKS, HIKING, AND HUTS ON GREAT BARRIER ISLAND NEW ZEALAND

One of the reasons I love Great Barrier Island is the large variety of walking and hiking tracks. Each and every one of them offers something special but for many, the astonishing views and variety of terrain are a common theme. From remarkable beaches and lush green bush to towering summits you get it all…

Great Alpine Highway

THE GREAT ALPINE HIGHWAY – CHRISTCHURCH TO THE WILD WEST COAST

Driving the Great Alpine Highway is an incredible experience of contrasting landscapes from the East Coast to the Wild West. This road trip is essential on any South Island travel itinerary. Easily achieved in one day you will find no shortage of activities to enjoy along the way. This has to be one of my…

Byron Bay

AUSTRALIA TRIP – BYRON BAY TO THE SUNSHINE COAST HINTERLANDS

I have been to the wider Brisbane area a number of times as I have many friends scattered between the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast.  These trips have always been to spend time with those friends however, I always try to include a few new experiences. Over the years I have been to several…

Waiheke Island Wine

THE BEST OF WAIHEKE ISLAND WINE IN A DAY, AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND

Waiheke Island Wine is world famous, and a ‘must do’ for any wine lover. This island paradise is the second largest and most populated island in the Hauraki Gulf. Just a short ferry ride from downtown Auckland is a trendy tourist spot and a much welcome retreat for Auckland’s locals. GETTING TO WAIHEKE ISLAND Waiheke…

Yolo Solo Travel Hamilton Gardens

THE HAMILTON GARDENS – THE BEST FREE ATTRACTION IN THE WAIKATO

The Hamilton Gardens was awarded ‘Garden of the Year’ at the International Garden Tourism Awards in France in 2014.  It is no surprise that this place is extremely popular with free entry and about one million people visiting annually.  The Hamilton Gardens are absolutely worth visiting if you travelling through the Waikato Region of Aotearoa New…

TOP TEN CITIES IN EUROPE

UNDERRATED EUROPEAN CITIES – THE TOP TEN TO VISIT

There are so many underrated European cities to be found.  Nowhere in the world provides you with so many fantastic metropolitan centers as does Europe.  From Dublin to Dubrovnik, or Vienna to Venice.  I have spent time in over forty European cities including many of the most popular such as Barcelona, Paris, Rome, Prague, and…

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CROATIA TO AUSTRALIA – 10 COUNTRIES IN 12 MONTHS

Croatia to Australia and everything in between In 2017 I visited ten countries starting in Europe and ending in Australia. I set foot in seven USA states, and ticked off two countries that have been on my ‘to do’ list for as long as I can remember.  This is my year from Croatia to Australia…