Ambury regional park is a huge working farm in the southern end of Auckland. It's out of the way but not too remote, rural and restful, and packed with activities to entertain a large group.
Rangitoto island
Last erupting 600 years ago, Rangitoto is the youngest, largest and best preserved volcanic island among dozens of cones and craters in the Auckland region.
Auckland culture shock
I don't know how Auckland became one of the most livable cities in the world, but living by myself here as an Asian student has been a battle every single day.
Kia ora from New Zealand
Just to give you a quick update, I have transported myself to New Zealand, a beautiful sun-kissed island country in the southwest of the Pacific ocean.
The Bubbly Traveler 