New Zeland Hosszu Weekend

It was a long weekend here since New Zealand celebrates Labour Day in October, not May. Monday was the day off.

Our three days turned out to be particularly active. Saturday featured the Vegan Vibes festival, which we’d been looking forward to — finally a place where all the food, drinks, and goods are vegan. Naturally there was also face painting, balloon animals, and pottery for the kids. Friends came up from Wellington too — they’re also vegan, and actually they’re the reason we became much more conscious about what we eat.

Sunday was a hike that ended up being more ambitious than planned. What started as a “quick walk” turned into a proper trail that had us out for most of the day. The views were worth it but the kids’ legs weren’t convinced.

Monday was recovery and a quiet beach day. The perfect end to a long weekend.