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8 Christmas Destinations to Book Now Across New Zealand

Friends sharing lunch and wine at Crawford Road Kitchen, Gisborne.
Story Central Otago
A summer guide to eight of New Zealand's best holiday destinations, featuring the best places to make a pit stop, pull up a chair, have a mosey or unwind.

Books & Co

Tall dark bookshelves lining the walls inside Books & Co, Ōtaki
Place Kāpiti Coast Ōtaki
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The best stories are often found off the beaten track, and just off State Highway 1 in Ōtaki you’ll find Books & Co – one of the region’s neatest...

Cranfields

Rugs and other goods on display at Cranfields in Kāpiti
Place Kāpiti Coast
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Cranfields has been making a case for buying better things since 1991.

Treacle Lane

Inside Treacle Lane in Raumati Village
Place Kāpiti Coast

Standing proudly at the heart of the Raumati Village shopping precinct, Treacle Lane is the kind of shop that refuses to be boxed into a category.

House of Puck

Owner standing outside House of Puck store in Raumati Beach
Place Kāpiti Coast

Raumati Beach’s House of Puck is a treasure trove of colour, character, and curiosities, where the joy is as much in the hunt as it is in the find.

Commonsense Kāpiti

Exterior of the Commonsense store in Kāpiti
Place Kāpiti Coast Paraparaumu
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A household name in New Zealand’s organic food scene, Commonsense has been making ethical shopping feel refreshingly accessible for decades.

The Big Egg Ōtaki

Shopper browsing the grocery aisles at The Big Egg Ōtaki
Place Kāpiti Coast Ōtaki
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A dozen eggs might be what brings you through the door, but at The Big Egg, it’s rarely the only thing that makes it into the basket.

The Wobbly Pot

Mint green building exterior of The Wobbly Pot.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast

Housed in a once derelict 1930s building, The Wobbly Pot breathes more than a new lease of life into this corner of Paekākāriki.

Love Stomp

Turquoise exterior of a flower and coffee shop with bouquets of flowers on display outside Love Stomp.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast
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Coffee and fresh flowers, a combination that just makes sense, the more you think about it.

NZ Native Oils

Shop interior with shelves and displays of products at NZ Native Oils.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast
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Hidden away in Otaihanga, NZ Native Oils is a place where the world slows down, where you’re invited to heal through the pure goodness of natural remedies.

WineCraft

Shop frontage of WineCraft with bike outside the front door.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast
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It’s instantly clear that WineCraft in Paraparaumu isn’t your usual bottle shop.

VVITCHMOUNTAIN

Shop interior of VVITCHMOUNTAIN.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast

Venture into the depths of Ōtaki in the Kāpiti Coast and you’ll discover VVITCHMOUNTAIN, a one-of-a-kind boutique that welcomes all those exploring the world of...

Seaside Skates

Exterior of the Seaside Skates store.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast

Get your skates on and head along to Paraparaumu’s Seaside Skates, a quirky little outfit that’s easily one of the hippest shops on the Kāpiti Coast.

Beach Boutiques & Village Vibes of Raumati and Paraparaumu Beach

The green, pink and grey exterior of The Wilderness florist store in Paraparaumu.
Story Kāpiti Coast
Take a leisurely stroll around the neat boutiques of Raumati and Paraparaumu Beaches.

Artel Gallery & Store

Exterior view of Artel Gallery & Store.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast
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Is this the most colourful corner in Waikanae? It could well be, and a visit to Artel Gallery + Store is sure to be a treat for art lovers from around the Kāpiti Coast and...

Seriously Pickled

Outside view of Seriously Pickled.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast
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A nod to the sheer social power of good food and its ability to bring people together, Seriously Pickled is a small but mighty food business that’s based in...

Hendrix Lifestyle Store

A woman working behind a white counter in a beautifully decorate store.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast
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Located just minutes from the beach at Waikanae, Hendrix Home & Lifestyle Store is a one-stop shop for all your seaside living needs.

Penray Gardens
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast
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Penray Gardens is a pick-your-own paradise located in Ōtaki on the Kāpiti Coast.

One of a Kind Finds on the Kāpiti Coast

Artwork exhibition in Artel Gallery & Store.
Story Kāpiti Coast
Looking for that special gift for that special someone? Head on over to the Kāpiti Coast and check out these one-of-a-kind stores.

The Wilderness

Flowers and candles on display on white shelves inside The Wilderness.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast Editor's Pick
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Stunning seasonal blooms, dried floral installations, indoor plants, terrariums, candles, chocolate… it’s well worth popping in to admire all the lovely items in The Wilderness.

Milk + Ginger

Clothes, shoes and bottles hung on wooden display racks and shelves.
Place Kāpiti Coast Kāpiti Coast
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A hub of quality, affordable fashion and lifestyle in the heart of Raumati Beach, Milk + Ginger is a store well worth visiting when in town.