<p>Ciska de Jong grew up sailing around places like Waiheke, the Bay of Islands and even remote parts of Fiji, which set the tone for a life built around adventure. After a long solo trip overseas, she moved from Auckland to Tauranga and found a slower rhythm, with more time to chase waterfalls, paddle hidden chasms and explore the Bay of Plenty. Ciska shares how NZ Adventures began with simple weekend missions and turned into a way of helping others discover what is right on their doorstep. She runs through her favourite spots across Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupō and the Coromandel, and reflects on why small adventures matter, how nature shapes her days and what keeps her exploring.</p><p>Discover the best of New Zealand with my <em>NZ Map &amp; Guide</em>, featuring 100+ incredible locations for your next adventure. Use <strong>PODCAST10 </strong>at checkout<strong> </strong>for 10% off and start planning your dream trip today</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.rexby.com/abigailhannnah/newzealand" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get my NZ Map &amp; Guide</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rexby.com/abigailhannnah" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Book your 1-on-1 consult and personalised itinerary</a></li></ul><p> </p><p>Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can’t wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :)</p><p>Follow Ciska on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nz_adventures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">instagram.com/nz_adventures/</a> </p><p>Follow Ciska on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NZadventures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/NZadventures/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.valuemedia.co.nz/nzadventures" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.valuemedia.co.nz/nzadventures</a></p><p><br></p><p>Read the Blog: <a href="https://www.abigailhannah.nz/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.abigailhannah.nz</a></p><p>Follow Abigail on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/abigailhannnah/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">instagram.com/abigailhannnah/</a></p><p>Follow Abigail on TikTok: <a href="http://tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.rexby.com/abigailhannnah/newzealand" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get my NZ Map &amp; Guide</a></p>

Aotearoa Adventures: The New Zealand Travel Podcast

Abigail Hannah

163: Best Spots and Hidden Gems in the Bay of Plenty & Coromandel with Ciska

NOV 13, 202550 MIN
Aotearoa Adventures: The New Zealand Travel Podcast

163: Best Spots and Hidden Gems in the Bay of Plenty & Coromandel with Ciska

NOV 13, 202550 MIN

Description

<p>Ciska de Jong grew up sailing around places like Waiheke, the Bay of Islands and even remote parts of Fiji, which set the tone for a life built around adventure. After a long solo trip overseas, she moved from Auckland to Tauranga and found a slower rhythm, with more time to chase waterfalls, paddle hidden chasms and explore the Bay of Plenty. Ciska shares how NZ Adventures began with simple weekend missions and turned into a way of helping others discover what is right on their doorstep. She runs through her favourite spots across Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupō and the Coromandel, and reflects on why small adventures matter, how nature shapes her days and what keeps her exploring.</p><p>Discover the best of New Zealand with my <em>NZ Map &amp; Guide</em>, featuring 100+ incredible locations for your next adventure. Use <strong>PODCAST10 </strong>at checkout<strong> </strong>for 10% off and start planning your dream trip today</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.rexby.com/abigailhannnah/newzealand" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get my NZ Map &amp; Guide</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rexby.com/abigailhannnah" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Book your 1-on-1 consult and personalised itinerary</a></li></ul><p> </p><p>Thank you so much for tuning in and coming along for the ride. If you love the show and enjoyed listening, please take the time to leave a review on Apple or Spotify. I would also love to connect with you, so send me a DM on Instagram, leave me a voice message and I can’t wait to see you next time. Until then, keep adventuring :)</p><p>Follow Ciska on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nz_adventures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">instagram.com/nz_adventures/</a> </p><p>Follow Ciska on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NZadventures/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">facebook.com/NZadventures/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.valuemedia.co.nz/nzadventures" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.valuemedia.co.nz/nzadventures</a></p><p><br></p><p>Read the Blog: <a href="https://www.abigailhannah.nz/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.abigailhannah.nz</a></p><p>Follow Abigail on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/abigailhannnah/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">instagram.com/abigailhannnah/</a></p><p>Follow Abigail on TikTok: <a href="http://tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">tiktok.com/@abigailhannnah/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.rexby.com/abigailhannnah/newzealand" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get my NZ Map &amp; Guide</a></p>