Things To Do In Auckland Ep.05 - Waiheke Island | Ferry, Wine, Accommodation & Classic Cars

[@zerker121]

I'm an ex cabin crew whos covered 50 countries over time and let me just tell you this island is my best memory of them all. Just unbelieveable place, feels like you'll only find a place like this in your dream or on film. If you have the option to go here YOU need to. Thanks for a trip down memory lane with this awesome youtube video.

[@angie23575]

I can hear the two of you seeing New Zealand through fresh eyes, it's like because you're showing the world what New Zealand has to offer you're seeing it all again for the first time ❤

[@DanegerAndStacey]

So true, the silver lining to being back home is definitely how much more we appreciate it!

[@damianbancks7144]

Great to see Mudbrick going so well. I lived on Waiheke for a bit over 4 yrs and worked as a waiter over summer at Mudbrick Restaurant 1997. The wines werent quite ready back than. Was early days. It was 'just' the best restaurant on the island. Such a pleasure to work in a location like that. Will have to get back over to NZ and Waiheke again one day. Im an Aussie and back in Australia now. I actually got married to a lady i met on Onetangi beach and we built a house in Onetangi but sadly the marriage didnt survive. I also worked briefly on two other vineyards. Magic places to work. Nice to see the island again and you 2 enjoy it so much. I still think of it as a second home. 😊 Cheers.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

That's interesting to hear actually. Mudbrick is renown for having some of the best wines, location and service on the island - things have taken a really positive up turn since your last visit by the sounds! You wouldn't recognise Waiheke now though, so much development!

[@maryellendillon4469]

So beautiful!! New Zealand 🇳🇿 is definitely a dream trip for me! Thanks for sharing your beautiful country.

[@lisaeveleigh658]

Beautiful, you’re so fortunate to have such a wonderful holiday spot so close to home.

[@orvillehenry6479]

A true bespoke experience to have one day. Love the vintage cars pairing with the wine experience and not to much the beautiful beach which is very inviting.

[@jordikeoni]

This was a fantastic episode showcasing the wine vineyards on Waiheke island. A definite must-do on my to-do list when visiting the island. The view of Auckland CBD was terrific!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

So happy it's on your must-do list, such a great experience!!

[@Stephanie-Gillespie]

Oh my god this is divine! Classic cars, wine, food and relaxation 😍 You two certainly now how to make a girl jealous lol! Waiheke looks like a dream destination and another place to add to my growing bucket list! I hope you both had an amazing time!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Haha sorrrrryyyy! That bucket list is only going to get bigger when Reveal NZ S2 comes out 🙈 We had a great time thank you! Hope you're keeping well!

[@leah436]

Love Waiheke! It's my go-to for where to take visitors from Canada when I want to really impress them. I love the vineyard and orchard options - you can taste wine but also taste olive oil - and of course the views and nature are some of the best in New Zealand. I'll be heading over in the next few months, for sure!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Your visitors are lucky to have a host like you!!

[@Andy_M986]

Oh the Vogel's,man I miss that so much.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

HOW GOOOOOOD! Vogels with marmite, yum!

[@cuibin1636]

I love such idyllic scenery. Thanks for sharing. Greetings from China.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thank you for watching! Sending good vibes to China!

[@ruthuckardes7401]

STUNNING!!! This series is absolutely beautiful!!

[@HamiltoncreekphotographyBrooke]

Definitely adding this to our bucket list!!! The car service, too! 💛🍷

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Yessss!

[@jenellecollazo2183]

Oh, take me back to Waiheke Island!!! I was there in 2017 and had such a great time. It's stunning there. Thanks for this video!!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

How great that you managed to visit before things went wild! Thanks for watching :)

[@philld2576]

It's so beautiful new Zealand plus there are people like you to show us the sites and History of the lovely country like it is . Your inspiring to travel life for there is so much to see

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks so much!!

[@nikkilogan7726]

Wow!! Waiheke Island feels like a seperate country but is incredibly beautiful. 😍🥰💖 Thanks for the video guys & Happy Valentines Day 💘💝💖 Dane & Stacey, you guys rock! -subscriber here

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Happy belated Valentines Day to you too! Hope you had a great day :)

[@joanneyoung904]

what a place. I must admit I have never heard of the place but my goodness what a stunner. Epic filming as always

[@DanegerAndStacey]

So happy to introduce Waiheke to you! Thanks so much :)

[@zuberalan]

A perfect getaway on the valentine's !

[@expatfamilylive9041]

Waiheke island is amazing! Thank you for the video! This is nice and positive! Happy St.Valentine's! 💎💎💎💎

[@billb5625]

Hi guys , really enjoyed your video on Waiheke Island. My Son lives there but I've not been able to visit for 2 years due to COVID restrictions. Very nostalgic to return and must try classic car/ wine tour since I'm an old geezer !!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Definitely do it Bill! The classic car tour was awesome, such a good way to taste the island but also cruise in some style

[@selfcaretravelrepeat]

Stacey, you looked so gorgeous in this video - you’re glowing girlfriend! ✨

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Ermahgerrrddd stoppp it ❤️ too kind!

[@TravelDrone]

I wish I could travel now

[@zoemorrison07]

This is absolutely perfect. I’m not a fan of wine but after this I’m thinking I’m gunna become a fan if it means heading to a NZ vineyard 😍 also obsessed with the Buick! Riding around in both of the cars was just amazing footage tbh

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Haha love that!! Start off with a sweet wine like Riesling and wash it down with lots of cheese 😂

[@stephaniegruenberg7044]

What a beautiful day for exploring!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Such a great day!

[@travelertrome8449]

Absolutely love wine tasting! Living in California, I am very spoiled with the quality wine regions here. I would love to visit NZ and visit these wineries! And hopefully you guys get to visit California and visit the wineries here! 🍷

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Ooh bet the wine scene is great there too! I (Stacey) have been to Napa but wasn't really a wine drinker then so will have to change that!

[@travelertrome8449]

@@DanegerAndStacey The gems that don't have many tourists yet quality wines are the Santa Ynez (just north of Santa Barbara), Edna Valley, and Paso Robles regions. Basically Central Coast California. Put it on your post-Covid bucket list! Added NZ to mine. You guys inspire me!

[@williehannon9306]

Waiheke seems to have it all. Lovely

[@DanegerAndStacey]

It really does! Especially in the summer, we could live there!

[@pantajames]

Thanks for this insight guys, I'm flying in to attend a wedding on the island. This really helps. Looking forward to travel.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Glad it was helpful! Hope the wedding is amazing

[@DaveLakers]

Thanks for this. We got married at Mudbrick in 2007 in the exact spot you sampled the Chardonnay. Wedding pics on Oneroa Beach and a hell of a party into the small hours. Waiheke holds a special place in our heart and we return whenever we are in NZ.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Aww what a spot to get married!! I have to admit, I did give Dane a nudge when we heard they hold weddings there 😂

[@DaveLakers]

@@DanegerAndStacey 14 years ago yesterday. I’m not sure we could afford it now, it’s more than tripled in price. Next time we are over from the UK we will be back.

[@HazelSloan]

I live on waiheke, and it is amazing

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Lucky, it's a beautiful spot

[@theadventuresofzoomandbettie]

Ahh that car was amazing!!!! What a dream! Bettie loves the 50's Cadillac style, whereas I'm keen for anything 40's gangster style!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

OOh we love both!!

[@leannekelly2566]

Have definitely added Waiheke Island to our list of places to go now! Thanks :-)

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We love hearing this!! So happy you've added Waiheke to your list :)

[@shireenpaeper8860]

Such gorgeous views. Thinking about u guys who are in lockdown in Auckland. Stay safe!

[@martynlejeune5191]

What a fantastic day. You Guys know how to take care of yourselves. 🤣👍

[@ketkanyapakjaroen661]

Thanks for nice video! We are enjoying and hope to be there at some point

[@TenheadLife]

Such a beautiful home you have!! Can’t wait to visit. As a bit of a home mechanic that poor Chevy did NOT sound good

[@DanegerAndStacey]

It's an incredible place, we're so lucky to live here. Oh that's interesting - could well be an audio issue on our end rather than the car.

[@Shaun_Garratt]

A really gorgeous location, definitely a tropical island vibe there. The classic car + wine tasting combo looks awesome, would check that out for sure.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Such a good vibe in the summertime!

[@michellerobinson1411]

That looked sensational....it’s on the list!!!!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Yaasss!!

[@WhenAdventureKnox]

Wow, such beautiful landscapes. Not so much the vineyards, but the view from the island back onto Auckland CBD really reminds me of Toronto and the Toronto Islands. I guess the Sky Tower and CN tower also look a little alike. The cheese board at the end looked amazing. Gotta love a good cheese board 🧀

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Oh the vineyards are an absolute must, if not for the wine then for the scenery 😍 and the food! That's true, there are some similarities! We can't wait to explore more of Canada! I (Stacey) have been to Toronto but only on a quick trip.

[@WhenAdventureKnox]

@Daneger and Stacey Ah, it's such an amazing country. I did a working holiday visa about 10 years ago (whoa, that makes me feel so old) and based myself in Toronto. But I explored pockets and would highly recommend Nova Scotia, Vancouver Island and of course the Rockies 🌄🙌

[@colinchan1]

Beautiful island. I'm impressed that Dane was able to resist asking to drive that classic car on the way to the first winery :)

[@DanegerAndStacey]

He would've if they let him 😂 (and if he wasn't drinking!)

[@2eleven48]

First Ursula Andress, then Daniel Craig, then Daneger appearing out of the sea. Be still, my beating heart.....

[@TheSamtheman081]

It’s my favourite place in NZ.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We can see why, it's one of our faves too!

[@_RohithGR]

1957 Chevy Bel Air was awesome

[@bacino49]

What a fun day!

[@louisemanuel8044]

I cannot thank you enough for taking us through this journey; my girls and I were amazed at today’s journey. I do have one question, how does Dane wear a Flyers hat and jersey? I feel that it is my duty, as a Kiwi, to remedy this dilemma. If one were to choose a hockey team from the east coast of the US to support, it would clearly be the New Jersey Devils. I will be more than happy to provide Dane with the requisite gear. Cheers!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

😂😂😂 Uh ohhhh, you're lucky I (Stacey) am on comment duty today coz Dane would not be happy about this haha. He was just watching a game this morning, I'll let him know when hes in a good mood

[@StephenandAndie]

those cars!!! we’re planning a trip to Cuba (once it’s safe to go) and the classic cars are among the things we’re most looking forward to there.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

That sounds epic!! The owners spoke so highly of Cuba! We'd love to go someday too :)

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

What an Amazingly day out love the vintage cars 😜 Your accomadation is beautiful .. Stacey your dress so pretty 🥰 Great video .

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Such a great day! Oh thank you, it's one of my favourites!

[@mafkrimnra8084]

Omg 😱 the place you guys stay it’s awesome 😎

[@jas_sd_cruz3503]

Everything is just chic! 🤩.. watching from paeroa❤️

[@loniallorenz2009]

You know what they say: swing and sway with Chevrolet ! Referring to the soft suspension. Will be checking out NZ wines when we get out and about.

[@steve8489]

Great content guys👌. Nz is the best☝

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We're biased but totally agree haha

[@hicktownguy2]

i remember going to palm beach over in waiheke island years ago, didnt know part of it was a nudest beach, great memories😂🤣

[@DanegerAndStacey]

😂 Isn't it horrific when that happens!

[@hicktownguy2]

@@DanegerAndStacey it was terrifying , i got up immediately and left an hour later 😂🤣

[@phillepou3206]

Vogel sold it for me !! I’m going 😊

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Good choice!

[@meg7088]

The robbers got caught tap in robbery bulls nz 1946. That was great you two absolutely breath taken by our beautiful nz

[@conradf2747]

Beautiful video, but... A Flyers fan? ;) Just kidding. Hockey? Or some rugby team? You guys get such good shots and are full of kiwi charm. Those cars are works of art. I need to return to Auckland and visit Waiheke.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Haha my sports are all over the place - Formula 1, Hockey (Flyers only) and Rugby. Good mix of stuff!

[@debby6235]

Ok you are wearing a Flyers shirt. Gotta say, since I am from that area originally and a Flyers fan, you rock lol 🤘🏻

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Haha yaaasss he will be so happy! Most people just say... "whats with the Flyers gear" he loves them!

[@catherinedeseton964]

Are you going down to Great Barrier Island - another interesting island. And no I've not been there, but a lodge caught my eye the other day... I was looking forward to a break on Waiheke but that's out for now (both the current and hopefully short lockdown in Auckland region and some health issues of mine); some nice ideas you have added to my list...

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We haven't actually been to Barrier yet, but it's most definitely on our list. Would LOVE to go and do some hiking there. Hope those health issues of yours arent causing too much stress with this second lockdown. Sending loads of good vibes your way :)

[@REMYDANN]

You make us dream

[@denisetewhata8867]

I use to live at 46 Onetangi rd, spent many days at the beach, fish n chip shop and the pub, LOL

[@DanegerAndStacey]

You have literally just described our dream life 😂

[@ketkanyapakjaroen661]

Thanks for making a nice video, we are really enjoy your videos and hope we can be there some day

[@gillowens24]

I love classics cars

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We do too!

[@robhaunui3343]

Awesome upload,but you may be doing Auckland for a bit longer thanks to aunty Rona making herself known again here today - arghhh - level 3,and I hope it doesn't get worse,but getting off track there,again awesome upload,and for a small place Waiheke just has so much to offer,no matter what corner of the island you nose around in.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Luckily for us we were already away filming season 2 when the first 3 day lockdown happened. Don't worry, we flew back just in time for this lockdown though 😂

[@ianlove3]

Words fail me beautiful.

[@Love_rainy_days]

Wow, Stacey looks great in her new blue 57 Belair Chev.🚙 It beats Danger's red Tesla. 🚗I would kill for a car like that. I should be a KZbin influencer. I see Danger is a Flyers fan. Next time your in Seattle, you need to go to a new Seattle Kraken vs. Flyers game. 🏂Thanks for the fun videos . 🧔

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Haha it definitely beats the red Tesla (although that was a lot of fun to drive!) Dane is a massive Flyers fan, he will for sure get to a game when he can. Thanks for watching!

[@Hue-to-go]

Daneger, we live in Central, PA and often wonder why you are wearing Philly gear.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

He's a massive Flyers fan! Watches every game 🙃 That's A LOT of games 😂 Lucky I enjoy trashy reality to keep me occupied while he's in hockey land

[@karendoody4581]

going to Waiheke in December....apparently my family has history involved with Waiheke and Day Bay which is mums maiden name....gonna find out more

[@DanegerAndStacey]

How exciting! Keep us posted!

[@andrewb4556]

Hi you guys Amazing! I think i need get off my ass and go back to New Zealand, when it's safe. Australia

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We agree 😁

[@mafkrimnra8084]

Amazing car I wanna go to nz 😎

[@GKVideography]

Guys, love the outright music, would it be cool to let me know artist and track ID please? I see it’s likely to be from Musicbed? Much appreciated!

[@DanegerAndStacey]

I think Dane got back to you already, but let me know if I'm wrong :)

[@beeohel6787]

Wow what a beautiful place 🤣 Getting very posh ye two as you know by now i am only joking Delighted ye enjoyed yere self and stay healthy and safe love from 🇮🇪💚☘️😘

[@DanegerAndStacey]

😂 Give us a Guinness over a wine any day of the week and we'll be happy!

[@aceplorer]

Hey Dane, I was just wondering where did you get your necklace? It has been long that I am searching that kind of necklace. I once saw Shawn Mendes wearing that same necklace and I wanted to get one. Thanks.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

The pendant is from Clocks and Colours but I got the chain in Albania 😊

[@aceplorer]

@@DanegerAndStacey Thanks. BTW, I'm watching the whole New Zealand series 1 & 2 and it makes me fall in love with NZ more. Keep up the good work. Much love from the 🇵🇭.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

@@aceplorer Salamat!

[@aceplorer]

You’re welcome mate! (Kiwi accent) 😂

[@SebastienFortin07]

I love you guys and I love your videos, but I'm astounded every time to see how little covid restrictions you seem to have in New-Zealand. You didn't wear any masks in the cars with the drivers and actually shook hands with the first one.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

It's because at the time of filming this we had no community cases and life had been pretty normal for a while (only cases in managed isolation) although that has changed now - we're currently in a level 3 lockdown 🙃 It comes and goes in waves.

[@wolfriderpack]

😍😍

[@GrantandShirley]

Auckland is in Lockdown Level 3 for 3 days and the rest of the country is in Level 2

[@meg7088]

There's an update today 4:30 let's see what they have to say, hopefully we come down, I need to go to Auckland 😬 to get to Waiheke

[@alangibson3293]

If Auckland is in shutdown how come you can travel about. Here in Victoria, AU we have started a five day shutdown and can only travel within a 5Km radius.

[@denisetewhata8867]

We're only on level 3,

[@DanegerAndStacey]

We don't film, edit and upload videos on the same day 😋 This video was filmed when we were at Level 1 with limited restrictions.

[@ogjoe8645]

Lockdown at 12 oof

[@DanegerAndStacey]

And another one 🙃

[@fikhhgg]

Hello

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Hello!

[@fikhhgg]

@@DanegerAndStacey X-Frame™ was developed by Ged Finch at Victoria University in Wellington, New Zealand.

[@jessicali8594]

Shutdown for the third time for three days. Hope you guys will be free in three days time.

[@DanegerAndStacey]

Thanks Jessica, we were already on the road filming season 2 of Reveal NZ when this video went live :)

[@lailaagrado]

Well somebody became classy rich! ;) jk

[@bazza945]

"Why am I here?"

[@rockie8254]

for me , this is where Gu Chengs double homicide/suicide happened

[@denisetewhata8867]

Really????

[@meg7088]

You know he had a girlfriend Li Ying and a son "Sam" who was looked after my a Maori women on the island. Gu Cheng was jealous of Xi Ye and Li Ying because they got close, Li Ying hooked up with a younger guy and left so he murdered his wife with an axe, not to mention he tryed to strangle her while in Berlin then he hung himself the property it happened on was Tapu so the Maoris did a karakia to lift the bad he left behind, I wonder what ever happened to there son Sam.

[@rockie8254]

@@meg7088 You are very knowledgable on this, thx. I was lving in AKL for 3 years and didn't go there, I fear that it will haunt me. I love Gu Cheng's work though. I hope Sam has a good life in NZ, sh*t happens but it has nothing to do with him now, great authors /artists often are a bit weird afterall.