Sips of Cha

The Art of Living

Our outer world, lived fully and intentionally. For play, learning, relationships, travel and the radical act of building a life on your own terms.

Curiosities about New Zealand and Kiwis

10 curious facts about New Zealand and Kiwis — from walking barefoot in the street to three official languages and a country where nobody asks for a discount...

In the Ruahines Mountains

80km/h winds, blistered feet, green water from a pool — three days in the Ruahines taught one lesson above all: your mind is stronger than your body...

Gratitude Lifestyle

A small notebook, 365 days, and one simple habit — how a daily gratitude challenge became a life-changing practice and made 2016 the best year yet...

Martinborough Toast Festival

Martinborough Toast: one Sunday a year, nine wineries, live music, and Wellington's best food — a wine and food festival unlike any other in New Zealand...

Trip to Kaweka Forest Park

A helicopter into Kaweka Forest Park, three nights in remote huts, and zero phone signal — sometimes you need nature to remind you that everything is perfectly fine...

Wellington Capital of New Zealand

Wellington: a coastal capital full of green hills, Maori culture, movie magic, and the windiest streets in the world. A city that charms everyone who visits...

Totara Flats Hut

A rainy overnight tramp to Totara Flats Hut in Tararua Forest Park — storms, firesides, swing bridges, and crystal-clear streams. Worth every wet step...

To go tramping in New Zealand

Discover tramping in New Zealand: huts, trails, gear, wildlife, and why hiking in NZ wilderness is pure magic. Your complete beginner's guide...