🇳🇿 Straight to Hamilton! ☀️🚗

After breakfast and grocery shopping in Auckland, we hit the road to Hamilton under perfect blue skies. 🌸 Hamilton Gardens Visit 🎟️ Entry: $50NZD for 3 adults + 1 child 🌿 First Impressions: Japanese & Chinese gardens were underwhelming (not worth the hype) But the sheer size surprised us—so much to explore! 📸 Photo Spots: The parking lot hilltop opposite (lush green + lake views = insta-gold!) Found hidden gems beyond the main gardens ⭐ Rating: 2/5 (Nice for a chill day, but not a must-see) 👗 What I Wore: • Thin base layer + denim jacket + puffer vest (essential for morning/evening!) • NZ’s wild is real—by 3PM, the chill set in. (Saw girls in tank tops too—you do you!) 🏡 Evening Surprise: Checked into a gorgeous Airbnb—with a dreamy kitchen that made cooking an unexpected joy! #NZTravel #HamiltonGardens #RoadTripVibes