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Creative Spaces Around New Zealand to Inspire Your Next Mindful Hobby
Story Central Otago
In a world increasingly dominated by screen time, many New Zealanders are seeking out something more tangible. Pottery classes are filling up months in advance, knitting needles are clicking back into fashion, and creative workshops are becoming social occasions in their own right.

Maniototo Adventure Park

The curling and ice skating rink at Maniototo Adventure Park Naseby Central Otago.
Place Central Otago Naseby
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Seeking thrills? You’ve come to the right place.

Historic Hayes – Engineering Works and Homestead

The inside of Hayes Engineering in Oturehua.
Place Central Otago Oturehua
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Thought you weren’t into tools and machinery? A trip to Hayes Engineering Works & Homestead may just change your mind.

Vulcan Hotel

A bed in a hotel room.
Place Central Otago St Bathans Editor's Pick
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Tucked away at the end of a winding dirt road off the highway, the Vulcan Hotel feels like a step back in time, where you might half-expect a horse and carriage to appear...

Blacks Hotel

A pool table inside Blacks Hotel Central Otago.
Place Central Otago Ophir
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In a handsome Art Deco building that marks the turn off into Ophir, Blacks Hotel is a quintessential country pub that has seen its fair share of history.

Waipiata Country Hotel

A close up of a pie being cut into.
Place Central Otago Waipiata
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Waipiata may be just a wee speck on the South Island map, but its one-and-only pub has become a magnet for travellers seeking a comfortable bed, hearty meals, and a warm...

Danseys Pass Hotel

The wooden interior of Danseys Pass Hotel Central Otago.
Place Central Otago Naseby
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In Central Otago, getting away from it all doesn’t require a long road trip.

Cromwell Heritage Precinct

The Cromwell Heritage Precinct in Central Otago.
Place Central Otago Cromwell Editor's Pick
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If you find yourself in Cromwell or passing through the area, the Cromwell Heritage Precinct is a must-visit destination that deserves a spot on your itinerary.