Uploaded November 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Welcome to Auckland, New Zealandโs largest city and the perfect gateway to the Land of the Long White Cloud.
In this Auckland New Zealand travel vlog, Iโll show you the best things to do in Auckland, the top attractions, and my favorite local travel tips for exploring this incredible corner of Aotearoa.
From the volcanic peaks of Mount Eden to the beaches of Piha and Mission Bay, to the vineyards of Waiheke Island, this is your cinematic introduction to Auckland travel and New Zealand culture.
Whether youโre planning a short stopover or the beginning of a road trip across both islands, these Auckland travel tips will help you make the most of your time.
๐บ๏ธ In This Video
0:00 โ Auckland New Zealand Travel Vlog Intro
0:40 โ Sky Tower & Downtown Auckland Highlights
2:20 โ Mount Eden & City Views
4:00 โ Viaduct Harbour & Local Food Scene
6:10 โ Waiheke Island Wine Tour Tips
8:00 โ Piha Beach & West Coast Adventure
10:15 โ Auckland Travel Tips & New Zealand Essentials
โ๏ธ Plan Your Dream New Zealand Trip
Ready to explore beyond Auckland?
Grab one of my detailed New Zealand travel itineraries designed to help you plan the perfect adventure:
โก๏ธ 21 Day New Zealand Itinerary bit.ly/21DaysInNZ โจ ๐ณ๐ฟ
โก๏ธ 14 Day Van Life New Zealand Itinerary bit.ly/14DaysInNZVanLifeRoadTrip
โก๏ธ 14 Day South Island Itinerary bit.ly/TheSouthIslandRoadTrip
Each itinerary includes:
โข Daily driving routes & scenic stops
โข Local restaurant & winery recommendations
โข Hotel & activity links
โข Insider travel tips from my years living here
Or book a custom New Zealand travel-planning call:
๐ alexanderayling.com/store/travel-planning
๐ฅ Watch More New Zealand Travel Videos
๐ณ๐ฟ 12 Essential New Zealand Travel Tips Every Visitor Must Know
๐ Van Life New Zealand โ Ultimate Road Trip Guide
๐๏ธ South Island Adventure โ The Most Beautiful Places in New Zealand
72 hours exploring Auckland, New Zealand in this exciting travel vlog! Join me, ย @AlexanderAylingย and my wife ย @CarrieRadย as we explore Auckland, the attractions, and the best restaurants.
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Welcome to Auckland, New Zealandโs largest city and the perfect gateway to the Land of the Long White Cloud.
In this Auckland New Zealand travel vlog, Iโll show you the best things to do in Auckland, the top attractions, and my favorite local travel tips for exploring this incredible corner of Aotearoa.
From the volcanic peaks of Mount Eden to the beaches of Piha and Mission Bay, to the vineyards of Waiheke Island, this is your cinematic introduction to Auckland travel and New Zealand culture.
Whether youโre planning a short stopover or the beginning of a road trip across both islands, these Auckland travel tips will help you make the most of your time.
๐บ๏ธ In This Video
0:00 โ Auckland New Zealand Travel Vlog Intro
0:40 โ Sky Tower & Downtown Auckland Highlights
2:20 โ Mount Eden & City Views
4:00 โ Viaduct Harbour & Local Food Scene
6:10 โ Waiheke Island Wine Tour Tips
8:00 โ Piha Beach & West Coast Adventure
10:15 โ Auckland Travel Tips & New Zealand Essentials
โ๏ธ Plan Your Dream New Zealand Trip
Ready to explore beyond Auckland?
Grab one of my detailed New Zealand travel itineraries designed to help you plan the perfect adventure:
โก๏ธ 21 Day New Zealand Itinerary bit.ly/21DaysInNZ โจ ๐ณ๐ฟ
โก๏ธ 14 Day Van Life New Zealand Itinerary bit.ly/14DaysInNZVanLifeRoadTrip
โก๏ธ 14 Day South Island Itinerary bit.ly/TheSouthIslandRoadTrip
Each itinerary includes:
โข Daily driving routes & scenic stops
โข Local restaurant & winery recommendations
โข Hotel & activity links
โข Insider travel tips from my years living here
Or book a custom New Zealand travel-planning call:
๐ alexanderayling.com/store/travel-planning
๐ฅ Watch More New Zealand Travel Videos
๐ณ๐ฟ 12 Essential New Zealand Travel Tips Every Visitor Must Know
๐ Van Life New Zealand โ Ultimate Road Trip Guide
๐๏ธ South Island Adventure โ The Most Beautiful Places in New Zealand
72 hours exploring Auckland, New Zealand in this exciting travel vlog! Join me, ย @AlexanderAylingย and my wife ย @CarrieRadย as we explore Auckland, the attractions, and the best restaurants.
โโโฆโโโฆโโโโฆโโฆโฆโฆโฆโโโโ
โโโฃโโโโโฃโโฃโโฃโโฃโโโฃโโฃ
โ โโโโโโโ โโโโฃโโโโโโโฃ
โโโฉโโโฉโโฉโโฉโโฉโโโฉโโฉโโ
+ SUBSCRIBE HERE| bit.ly/ClickToSubscribeToAlex
+ Keep in Touch - Sign Up For My Newsletter: alexanderayling.com/newsletter
+ Shop My Travel Itineraries: thatch.co/@AlexanderAyling
BECOME A CHANNEL MEMBER FOR EXTRA CONTENT:
youtube.com/channel/UC_uIW_MvxONcZsAkaMq1ujA/join
+ Book CHEAP AIRFARE here: bit.ly/CHEAPFLIGHTSNOW
+ How I ALWAYS get AIRPORT LOUNGE ACCESS: https://prioritypass.tp.st/SC4RogHi
+ Best HOTEL Deals: https://agoda.tp.st/8cX0epof
+ Affordable Rental Cars Here: https://discovercars.tp.st/teBb8YQ9
+ Hire A MotorBike: https://bikesbooking.tp.st/MknuYg8
+ Cheap Quality Hostels: https://hostelworld.tp.st/n3Iyjdr3
+ Book Your Travel Experiences here: https://viator.tp.st/OLzT6k8V
+ SIM CARDs FOR TRAVEL: https://airalo.tp.st/5pkpPYWS
+ The BEST Travel INSURANCE: https://visitorscoverage.tp.st/YWHfLkCj
+ Be a BALLER Book a YACHT: https://searadar.tp.st/1mdM3cxZ
+ ALL MY FAVORITE PRODUCTS & BOOKS: amazon.com/shop/alexthevagabond
I'm Alex, I'm a travel filmmaker, photographer, TV host, and the founder of @Vagabrothers. On this channel, I'll share my journey of moving to New Zealand and renovating a Homestead as well as travel guides, motivational and inspirational videos from lessons I've learned during my life, and cooking recipes of international cuisine using organic vegetables grown in my home garden. Hopefully, my videos will help you learn new skills, find happiness, inspire exploration, and grow your creativity. Stay tuned friends!
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+ INSTAGRAM | instagram.com/alexander.ayling
+ TIKTOK | tiktok.com/alexanderayling
+ PODCAST | podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soul-sugar/id1451726179
---
MY MERCH STORE:
alex-the-vagabond.creator-spring.com
---
+ GET TWO FREE AUDIBLE BOOKS: amzn.to/3nWKgTk
+ MY PHOTOGRAPHY PRINTS | https://alexthevagabond.darkroom.tech/
+ GET $10 FREE BITCOIN: coinbase.com/join/ayling_8
+ GET $55 Dollars FREE For Your Next AIRBNB!
airbnb.com/c/alexa7733?currency=USD
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Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! ๐
vidiq.com/AlexanderAyling
