Wanaka Stories

Discover Wanaka through stories by locals and travellers

Adventure A Skiers Guide to Treble Cone Where to Find the Best Lines this Season

Real Weddings Abby & Callum's Wedding Coming back home to get married was the obvious choice... They knew it would be beautiful... but the day held more surprises and special moments than they had ever imagined. 

People, See & Do Aquabumps in Wanaka Eugene Tan the man behind the lens of leading surf photography site Aquabumps is also a huge fan of the New Zealand mountains and Wanaka is always a favourite stop...

See & Do Winter 2017 in Wanaka From awe-inspiring views to friendly locals, two amazing ski resorts, New Zealand’s only cross country ski area and phenomenal heli-skiing, Wanaka really does have it all.What sets Wanaka apart though...

See & Do Tips for the best family ski holiday in Wanaka There’s nothing better than a family ski holiday, seeing the kids take their first turns and experience the magic of snow is priceless. If you haven’t done it before, a holiday...

People Autumn - the best season for photography Australian based photographer and the man behind Livefolk, Fabio Oliveria visited Wanaka during autumn. With camera in hand and an action-packed itinerary here's his story.   

Real Weddings Estelle and Stas's Wedding The intimate autumn wedding that went from one perfect location to the next...

Eat & Drink The Gin Man Even if you are a gin sceptic, 'The Source' will change your mind. This complex spirit is bold, enjoyable and always surprising.

Eat & Drink The Chef Swapping formal chefs' whites for a white tee Leungo Lippe is the man behind the boutique take out Boaboa.

Eat & Drink The Wine Maker There’s wine... and then there’s wine that makes you wonder who made it, where it’s from and the story behind it.

See & Do Camping never looked so good Of Two Lands are a fabulous couple one half French, the other Australian who can often been found wandering with camera in hand... 

Eat & Drink The Barista You know that one barista who elevates the morning coffee ritual to the next level – well Rob is just that.

People Why Wanaka is a haven Tim Pierce is one half of the innovative and successful production company Two Bearded Men based in Wanaka. Tim shares why Wanaka is his haven.