The road between Wellington and Taupo can become very congested over the summer period. Plan your trip so that you can all get out of the car and stretch your legs and feel refreshed getting back in to continue your journey. As with all activities listed on Kids On Board, the suggestions made here are based… Read more »
Wellington – Taupo (SH1) or Taranaki (SH3)
SH2 Wellington – Wairarapa – Hawke’s Bay
This route between Hawke’s Bay and Wellington has so many playgrounds and parks to choose from that it’s only a case of when and how often you choose to stop that might help you decide which to go to. If the weather isn’t really good enough for an outdoor activity, there are some rainy day… Read more »
This route between Hawke’s Bay and Wellington has so many playgrounds and parks to choose from that it’s only a case of when and how often you choose to stop that might help you decide which to go to. If the weather isn’t really good enough for an outdoor activity, there are some rainy day… Read more »
Enjoy Eating Out With Your Kids!
As a child, eating out was only something we did as a birthday treat and the choice (in the UK) was an equivalent to Valentines or the local Italian ‘tratorria’. Nowadays families seem to eat out more often and the choice of venue is vast but it’s not always pleasurable with kids. Having your children… Read more »
As a child, eating out was only something we did as a birthday treat and the choice (in the UK) was an equivalent to Valentines or the local Italian ‘tratorria’. Nowadays families seem to eat out more often and the choice of venue is vast but it’s not always pleasurable with kids. Having your children… Read more »
3x Mini Group Passes to Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
**This competition has now been drawn and the winners have been contacted. Thank you to everyone who entered** Win one of 3 Mini Group Passes (2 adults & 3 kids) to Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa. Enter via the website, Facebook or Instagram by: COMMENTING BELOW with another family activity you’d like to do this summer. and/or TAG someone… Read more »
**This competition has now been drawn and the winners have been contacted. Thank you to everyone who entered** Win one of 3 Mini Group Passes (2 adults & 3 kids) to Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa. Enter via the website, Facebook or Instagram by: COMMENTING BELOW with another family activity you’d like to do this summer. and/or TAG someone… Read more »
Family Pass to Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Cafe, Upper Hutt
**The winner has been drawn and the notified. Thank you to everyone who entered and to Staglands for the family pass** Win a free family pass to Staglands Wildlife Reserve, Upper Hutt (2 adults & 3 kids) valid until 24th May 2017. (Kids 3 years and under are free) COMMENT either by recommending another great… Read more »
**The winner has been drawn and the notified. Thank you to everyone who entered and to Staglands for the family pass** Win a free family pass to Staglands Wildlife Reserve, Upper Hutt (2 adults & 3 kids) valid until 24th May 2017. (Kids 3 years and under are free) COMMENT either by recommending another great… Read more »
Family Pass to Splash Planet, Hastings, Hawkes Bay
**Competition has been drawn and winner notified. Thank you to everyone who entered – keep a check here for more giveaways!** Win a free family Super Pass (2 adults & 2 kids) to Splash Planet, Hastings valid until 21st November 2017 (see note below about when Splash Planet is open). ENTER by commenting on the website… Read more »
**Competition has been drawn and winner notified. Thank you to everyone who entered – keep a check here for more giveaways!** Win a free family Super Pass (2 adults & 2 kids) to Splash Planet, Hastings valid until 21st November 2017 (see note below about when Splash Planet is open). ENTER by commenting on the website… Read more »
General Terms and Conditions for prize Giveaways
By entering a competition you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions: 1. A winner will be drawn randomly by Kids On Board, whose decision will be final. 2. A voucher won in a competition cannot be exchanged for money. 3. Vouchers will have an expiry date which cannot be changed. Details of this will… Read more »
By entering a competition you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions: 1. A winner will be drawn randomly by Kids On Board, whose decision will be final. 2. A voucher won in a competition cannot be exchanged for money. 3. Vouchers will have an expiry date which cannot be changed. Details of this will… Read more »
Inland Route north of Christchurch (SH7, SH65, SH6, SH63) – places to stop
With the fastest route along SH1 between Picton and Christchurch closed for the foreseeable future, if you’re planning to do this journey with kids on board, you’ll need to plan your journey well. This route is slower than the SH1 journey so be patient – hard when you have kids with you. Take plenty of stops… Read more »
With the fastest route along SH1 between Picton and Christchurch closed for the foreseeable future, if you’re planning to do this journey with kids on board, you’ll need to plan your journey well. This route is slower than the SH1 journey so be patient – hard when you have kids with you. Take plenty of stops… Read more »
Useful Websites for local family info in our cities & regions
There are lots of websites out there that cover our main cities or different regions, generally aimed at families living in these areas, giving info like lists of kids classes or playgroups in different suburbs. But they often have some good local knowledge for visitors too, including family friendly events that are happening or if you’re simply… Read more »
There are lots of websites out there that cover our main cities or different regions, generally aimed at families living in these areas, giving info like lists of kids classes or playgroups in different suburbs. But they often have some good local knowledge for visitors too, including family friendly events that are happening or if you’re simply… Read more »
Top Tips for skiing with kids in NZ
Skiing with kids is great fun but can be very expensive, so plan ahead if you want to save some money. Ski clothing is expensive and kids grow quickly so borrow whatever you can or hire it but research before you go. Compare prices at the mountain, the closest town or even where you live for the cheapest option. This… Read more »
Skiing with kids is great fun but can be very expensive, so plan ahead if you want to save some money. Ski clothing is expensive and kids grow quickly so borrow whatever you can or hire it but research before you go. Compare prices at the mountain, the closest town or even where you live for the cheapest option. This… Read more »