Wellington Travel Vlog | New Zealand's "Coolest Little Capital"

[@CarrieRad]

Nothing beats Welly on a good day!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Just Welly with you ❤️

[@leimatuatonga1524]

Ain't that just the truth!!!

[@svtheworld8229]

@@neversayneveragain3748 Life situations will seem to be painful and draining most times, but throwing in the towel so easily is never the mindset of any successful champion.

[@sophiamia4360]

@@svtheworld8229 Our love language has always been success, success, success..... Success at every point in time no matter the challenge.

[@mrb5422]

@@sophiamia4360 But it is different in my own case, because frustration has been the other of the day for me, I kept trying my best every morning to make good money for myself. Seem really impossible for me at all point, sometimes i keep asking myself if some are destined to be rich and others to be poor?. I just feel like taking my life.☹️😰

[@gaijingodzilla]

Next time you're in Wellington, the place to certainly hit up is Pour & Twist. Hands down the best coffee place in city, especially if you really love your coffee. It's always fun seeing the city you live in be so beautifullu displayed!

[@ENLIGHTENMENTscience]

Very nice video, thank you for share!! Wellington is very cool place!

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s a great city! Thanks for watching. Hope you subscribe and stick around 🤙🏼

[@jonoboi1905]

I’m a born and bred “Wellingtonion” love my little city

[@AlexanderAyling]

Gotta love it! Great city

[@EdenBaynes]

Me to 😊

[@brentonlett3417]

Theres no city quite like Wellington. I've lived and visited many cities and now live in Aussie, when I tell people here you can't find good coffee and food here they get offended, I don't think food in Aussie is bad, its just that Wellington has set the bar so high. You can buy just an egg on toast and somehow its mind blowing better than anything you've ever eaten!

[@AlexanderAyling]

They’re doing it right in Wellington for sure!

[@SuperHariata]

You really can't see a fraction of what Welly offers in a day. I know people who have taken a week just to explore Te Papa!

[@AlexanderAyling]

We’re saving Te Papa but want to see the Surrealist exhibit before it goes

[@marianacaffaro]

oh, you saw one of my favourite youtubers, the one I told you about on Facebook!

[@Fire-rb5rd]

I lived in Wellington for a year and a half, incredible city. I would move to NZ/Wellington with ease.

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s a great city in a great country

[@dpeady78]

Good to see my hometown On a good day, Wellington is magical - on a windy day she shows you that nature is boss Plus many a night that I don’t remember leaving the Library 😁😁

[@AlexanderAyling]

Sounds like a great study session Dan! Haha. We loved the vibe in the Library

[@wishihadsocks]

Thanks for visiting my hometown! I was surprised to see L'Affare and Monsoon Poon meet the line up of places to go, perfectly good but super dated in terms of the best of what Wellington has to offer. When you're back, some additional cool spots Customs, Pour and Twist and Raglan Roast for coffee. Restaurants - Kisa, Shepherd, Rita, Atlas or Cicio Cacio out in Newtown are wonderful to visit. Try Hanging Ditch for cocktails or even go to CGR Merchants for something a little different.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Can’t wait to come back and explore more!!

[@wishihadsocks]

@@AlexanderAyling cool pal! Also if you’re here during the week, Havana coffeeworks will look particularly good on camera and the product is 👌 as well. See you back sometime soon!

[@marney4647]

Yesss I HIGHLY recommend Pour & Twist - the best coffee place in Welly! The owners are both super lovely, and their drinks are beautiful. For cocktails, I would reccomend Nightflower - it's a "secret" cocktail lounge right in the city centre, and they have no menu, they just make you a drink based on a conversation with you.

[@sophym8790]

Also Bar Mason in newtown, I reckon one of the best restaurants in Welly (if not the best). They have a small seasonal menu tapas style. Incredible for dinner!

[@nikitapiper9812]

@@marney4647 Nightflower is my go-to cocktail bar! Not only are the drinks better than library bar, they're also cheaper

[@unpluggedkiwi1063]

Wellington on a nice day is unbeatable. On a not so nice day, horizontal rain is not unusual. Just be thankful you walked DOWN from the cable car. Going the other way is hard work.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hahah yeah we’re glad it was the walk down haha

[@andyashby9588]

That cold southerly was a killer!!!

[@AlekRitchie]

I love my little city,its just soo good to look at,the modern buildings and definately the older ones,gives this awesome "little capital" some character of its own

[@janices6136]

My home town, lived in Khandallah: Loved going with you, The Cable car I knew had seats open to the outside, that was a thrill as long as you kept you legs tuck in. The coolest little city in the world on a good day. Kiwi from Virginia.

[@mexi72]

Don't Know if you knew this but there is a native tree tp NZ called the pohutukawa aka NZ Christmas Tree. In the 1980s 5000 pohutukawas were planted in San Francisco. Auckland has been called the sister city of San Fran because they are near water and have similar climates. By the way, I am from Frisco. Oh and next time you are in Welly and craving Mex Food try Viva Mexico in Petone.

[@AlexanderAyling]

I love Pohutakawas I didn’t know about them in SF but that’s so cool! Only makes the connection stronger. 🙏🏼

[@chasingadeline]

Cable cart was so cool!! We did the same thing and then walked down through the garden. My wife’s friend had her wedding there in the garden. Very beautiful. We’re super excited because we have 22 more days until we head down to New Zealand

[@AlexanderAyling]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@Bellenickna]

I love my home town! The award was from lonely planet “the coolest little capital” and one of our slogans used here is “u cant beat wellington on a good day”. Its so very true and its all in walking distance. Wellington has more cafe’s per capita than New york city so its why the coffee became so good here. Back in my teenage years we had barstias from italy come out to teach us and the cafe u went to was the first of many back in the 90’s that started roasting there own beans. A lot of my american friends who are more educated in coffee (not starbuck people) havent found a comparable brew in some of their states. But due to the huge amount of places, if u dont get it right all round (food and coffee) u dont last long here. Moonson poon has also been round since the 90’s so if its still going that long u know they are doing something right, as others come n go. So you did get some great recommendations. Carrie looks amazing with her styling new threads and u guys have litreally only scratched the surface. We have so much to offer and more eating and drinking venues than u could get through in a whole year of every day eating. Wellington on a plate is a great choice because u get great food and beverage pairings and lots of resturants compete in that. We also have WOW (world of wearable arts) hear annually that carrie would love. People from all over the world come for that and recycling things from trash is only one section. Ive seen dresses made completly of wood which was amazing and kids have a section too which my daughter was in back in the 00’s. Its is a huge international comp now very highly regarded within both art and fashion worlds,so u guys should look into that as well for next time. We have a large arts scene from music to craft beer festivals and everything in between. U have to do Te papa though as its our national museum and will give u both a great history lesson from our Maori and British start and our war efforts ect plus our kiwi no 8 wire can do attitude. U may be surprised by how much has been invented in NZ and just what an impact we have had on the world for such a tiny far away nation. A lot of foreigners have no idea, so might be more for Carrie that part as ur dad im sure would have been proud of his kiwi history. Gosh rambling now. Great video again Alex u do an amazing job everytime! Thanks for coming to Welly and showing her beauty.

[@AlexanderAyling]

We loved it!

[@Bellenickna]

@@AlexanderAyling Once you do settle you need to get the app neighbourly. It will let u get to know you’re immediate area and your neighbours if u choose to. But its good for civil defense and also local city council are using it and the government and just the local knitting circle and seed swap groups ect. Plus local goods and services. But u only get the best from it if u can supply your suburb. Its kinda like Fb just made for kiwis. Has taking the place of a lot of the small town newspapers, which still come but will only be a couple of pages and will refer u here anyway. U most likely know already but thought i would pop it here in case.

[@Babs2243]

You stood right outside my dads place! In NZ people often call it op shopping not thrift shopping. Also it’s the botanical gardens. I’m glad my home city turned on the great weather for you 👍

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Barb!

[@Babs2243]

Come to where I live now....Horowhenua next!

[@jessicamullis8326]

I live in wellington! So excited you're here!

[@AlexanderAyling]

We love Wellington 🙌🏼

[@sarahfox3312]

Oh you made my home look so beautiful! Lovely to see it through new eyes. As we say in Wellington…. Nothing like Wellington on a good day.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Sarah! We got great weather! Such a fun time!

[@ameliaclareburt2463]

Love seeing my home town through fresh eyes 👌🏼

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Amelia! Glad you’re enjoying following along. I appreciate the support

[@carolcuming2152]

Lovely day in Wellington .I was born in Able Smith St. lived in Roseneath, went to uni everyday up the cable car, and spent all my working. life in Wellington Just love the plac

[@AlexanderAyling]

Such a charming city

[@Bessieboo5]

That is my friend Bryson who made your coffees. He is a very good Barista and a beautiful lad

[@AlexanderAyling]

Awesome! They were great coffees!

[@PrincessAlli288]

Looks like you had a wonderful day! Unlucky that the cable car broke down -i took it to uni for 3 years and never had an issue😅 Try to come back in August for wellington on a plate -its one of my favourite things about Wellington

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Alice - we had a great time. Wellington on a Plate sound amazing!

[@minnowx7099]

@@AlexanderAyling @Alice Polaschek They usually have swiss engineers come over every year to do maintenance - maybe they couldn't get here this year.

[@minnowx7099]

Definitely do Wellington a Plate if you can! Wow you really got the inside info on the spots - I love Alistair's and Paper Bag Princess - Recycle Boutique is also by the same owners and they send the stock that doesn't sell or doesn't fit with the Recycle Boutique vibe to Paper Bag Princess - so you get similar stuff at a much cheaper price (and they don't really know their labels which is why you got the Saks Fifth Ave Coat in PPP for a good price - it would have been $100 in Recycle Boutique). There are also lots of charity run thrift shops in Wellington - one place to find quite a few close together is Jackson St, Petone. the Charity shops are usually cheaper - but PPP and Recycle Boutique and the others on Cuba St do have cute stuff.

[@heidiedwards7394]

Alice Polaschek what is Wellington on a plate??? Please tell more!

[@bajlandiabajlandia5898]

A city with an atmosphere☺!

[@AlexanderAyling]

That’s right!

[@haydengoodall6767]

Only when the fog rolls in... Hehehe.

[@kristinbaker5437]

What a gorgeous city! It's been so fun following your new life in NZ.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Kristin!! 🙏🏼 Wellington is awesome

[@ashleymiller4397]

I played many a game on those soccer fields shown by the cable car during my high school days in the 1960s

[@AlexanderAyling]

What a great view from that field!

[@jbhifiq]

I love Wellington! I miss going there. When we moved to NZ, we started off in Palmerston North. We went down to Wellington at least once a month. We moved to the south island, and although I love it down here, I miss my favourite North island spots.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Where down South are you?

[@jbhifiq]

@@AlexanderAyling We moved to Pegasus. It's about 20 minutes outside of Christchurch, where my husband and I work. It's a pretty, little town. I walk my dogs around the lake everyday (we have a husky mix we brought with us from Canada and a greyhound we adopted here) and head over to the beach as much as possible. The beach is only a 2 minute drive from our house. We listen to the ocean at night and it lulls me to sleep. I love it here!

[@heidiedwards7394]

I think the library was made for Alex!!! Your dream bar!!! What a lovely enticing video!!!! I’m so ready to get to New Zealand ! It looks so wonderful

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s a great bar! Hope you make it down here soon

[@KevJDunn]

Wellington has a lot of sunshine, just that it can be cold and windy is all.

[@luckyliat]

I didn't know much about what Wellington looked like but within the first minute of watching I definitely thought San Francisco too! I grew up and live in the Bay Area.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Yeah lots of similarities just smaller scale :)

[@luckyliat]

@@AlexanderAyling Thanks for showing us, I definitely have it on my 'cities I'd like to visit' list now.

[@costasworldofmusicmemories5792]

Carrie you rock. My wife is a big thrifter. Looking great ,spending less and eco-friendly. How cool is that . Wellington is on my bucket list to visit. Hope it will be next year.

[@AlexanderAyling]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@angie23575]

I'm from Christchurch and for years I was like "I don't like Wellington" because I had a couple of bad experiences when I was kid, I went back four years ago for a wee solo birthday trip and I loved it! It's a beautiful city, thanks for showing it off 💖

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s such a fun city! Glad you came around to it Annie!

[@shirleymcnceil8749]

Thanks for the memories. Grew up in the Wellington area and lived in the city for a while. I took the cable car daily to university. I laughed when I saw the building I lived in with my parents from your cable car shots. Wellington in perfect weather is a gift wrapped joy.

[@Tom_McMurtry]

Enjoyed that! Love how you're slowly discovering the many different sides of NZ. Hey and as another Wellington recommendation when you get back: Zealandia Sanctuary! An oasis in the city filled with rare birds and gorgeous native forest as it is mammalian free behind mammalian proofed fences (the rare birds don't do well elsewhere as the introduced mammals both compete with, eat and disrupt their environment). Look out for these kinds of sanctuaries and islands around the country as they offer insight into the liveliness of NZs wildlife its natural evolutionary setting. Utterly rejuvenating.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Tom!!!!

[@michaelheliotis5279]

Yeah, definitely second the recommendation on Zealandia. You can catch the cable car from the city and then hop on the free shuttle from the Botans to Zealandia (shuttle times are on their website). The sanctuary has been so successful at rehabilitating native bird populations that now the birds are busting out and colonising the neighbouring suburbs, which has added a wonderfully musical ambience to my backyard!

[@angie23575]

I luuuuuuuurve Zealandia! I went alone on a weekday and it was the most peaceful place I have ever been 😍

[@marney4647]

If you return you HAVE to check out Pour & Twist for coffee - they make the best & most beautiful hand-brewed coffee! Plus Nightflower is a "secret" cocktail lounge where they make you drinks based on a conversation with you, which is always fun.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Marney!

[@petrinacook9338]

Lucky enough to have my hubby come from Wellington. (Wainuiomata originally), but he definitely is a Wellingtonian. We live in Whangarei at present and when we get the chance we visit his family who are still there. Our favourite pub to visit is The Cambridge, we call it our local when we are in Wellington. I just love the city, and I have brought a few items from that very same vintage thrift shop. Great city.

[@robynandrews4384]

Got a full length red suede trenchcoat at a 2nd hand shop once. $10!!! 😊 25 yrs on, I still have it.

[@AlexanderAyling]

That sounds like quite the find!

[@robynandrews4384]

@@AlexanderAyling Thanks. I was amazed when I saw it, then seriously shocked when I saw the price. I can only assume it was JUST put on display. I can't fit it anymore so after watching your post, I'm now thinking of "recycling" it 😊

[@callmelil]

Beautiful botanic gardens and beautiful view of the city! Man, Wellington is just so peaceful 😌😌😌

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s a such a great little city!

[@casslarkin4567]

What a great life you've carved out for yourselves. Envy is one of the deadly sins, but I'm feeling it. No masks, beautiful city and a country I've longed for. Good on you!

[@AlexanderAyling]

We’re grateful for everyday and all of life’s blessings 🙏🏼❤️

[@casslarkin4567]

@@AlexanderAyling I know you are both very grateful. You often share that and your videos illustrate the gratitude. Good on you!

[@stevewolfe8536]

Hey Alex, I recommend visiting New Plymouth on your NZ travels it is an awesome place where you can snowboard and surf on the same day! Cheers Steve

[@AlexanderAyling]

We visited and looked at a few houses there too. Cool spot but we got bad weather and no surf. Still had fun though

[@kimatakana]

New Plymouth is a hole

[@cordeliastockwell1837]

wow, I have to say this specific video really made me feel like I was travelling internationally again (based in Boston rn). for COVID & personally, for visa/immigration reasons, my husband & I can't travel at the moment outside of the US (prob for the next 2 or so years), so this really made me happy. I loved the energy of this, and am happy to see it. congrats on the new home! you, Carrie, & Lanka seem thrilled, and we cannot wait to see what new videos come from your homestead and the future travels you will be able to have now that you have a home in the southern hemisphere. best wishes!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Cordelia. I hope you and your husband are well and safe. Cheers!

[@robyndavies2762]

Wellington is an amazing city last july the weather was crap but we still had a lovely time ...weta workshop tepapa we had dinner on the boat along oriental parade zelandia is a must place to go, was raining so didnt go to the top ...we went to the south island this past march and Te Anau Milford Sound is a must!

[@Amy-kj8nd]

Wow I used to live in Wellington. I don't remember the fancy lift to the house on hill lol. The best part was the t shirt saying !

[@Epiha]

You just reminded me why I like SF so much, the architecture, ocean, food etc remind me of home, only difference is the homeless population has significantly increased and overflows and dampens the experience in some cases.

[@cleaisabela1244]

LOVE this video so much!!! You guys are the cutest- really fun to see you explore & find the hidden gems! Excited to visit Wellington someday :) your videos are so well produced & feel like a story!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Clea! I’m glad you enjoy the videos. We had a great time in Wellington. Can’t wait to explore it again :)

[@James-mt1sx]

Coolest little music shop in the world!! Alistair’s Music has a great selection of quality instruments. I love that shop!!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Seriously cool instruments.

[@dinalubin6498]

So beautifully filmed and edited! Total SF vibes… now I wanna go!! Stunning city. Thx for filming this.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Dina! Much appreciated. Thanks for watching

[@thatgirl_Devi]

I found your channel through Carrie's channel and this is the first video I watched and I just want to say that I LOVE the quality and style of your video! It's so organic how you tell your story/vlog.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Devi! I really appreciate your comment and kind words. Hope you check out some of my other videos :)

[@thatgirl_Devi]

@@AlexanderAyling definitely will ! I really enjoy these type of vlogs

[@sharonmacnz6068]

Yep Wellingtonion too now living Top of the South! You had amazing weather, enjoy you two 😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

We got lucky!! Love Welly!

[@spring802007]

I wish we get out of lockdown soon !! n able to enjoy this wonderful country at its fullest!!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Me too!

[@paulinekerckhoffs3774]

I love Alistairs Music! Bought my first ever cello from there 🥰

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s a cool little music shop!

[@davidhughes6]

What a lovely video. You did so well seeing you were both nursing hangovers!!!!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you! Coffee and Hollandaise sauce always seem to help haha

[@joshynocones440]

Soo stoked to see you guys enjoy Wellington! Especially happy to see you guys eat at Monsoon Poon, my dad is one of the owners and I have grown up my whole life eating there, so that really hit home for me! Look forward to seeing more of your upcoming adventures :)

[@AlexanderAyling]

It was delicious and had a great vibe

[@4nikkimay]

Thanks for taking us with you. Looks lovely.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks for coming with! Cheers!

[@salmanulfaris7266]

Woww.... this Vedio has that Vagabrothers Vibe which we were missing from long time.... 😍💫. Wellington, such a beautiful City. The city architecture bought me a feeling of Mixture of US and Modern Europe😘... Loffllyee 👍... Please bring more vedios like this from New Zealand, Alex sir . We love you 💕

[@AlexanderAyling]

🤙🏼 more on the way. Thank you Salman

[@johnmikel5934]

✨Super scenery to capital-ize on, nice quick coverage of kool joints to visit😁 Thanks for posting Carrie&Alex, totally enjoyed your moments 👍

[@AlexanderAyling]

Our pleasure John, as always thank you for tuning in! Really appreciate the continued support. Cheers!

[@aneskintveit9549]

Lovly city of Wellington

[@annemoefaauo7055]

Great promo for Wellington. My home town. Yes it does have a San Francisco vibe. Thank you for celebrating the city so beautifully. Enjoy setting up your new home in the Wairarapa. 👍😊💖

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Anne!

[@benorsman9654]

Can’t beat Welly on a good day

[@Michael-lg4wz]

Great city.Wellington is the only city where I've lived that you have to hold your mobile tightly because the wind is so strong. Too bad property is so expensive now

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hahaha it can get gusty down there!

[@helencarter4902]

Wellington looks such a beautiful city! I love how you captured it so well, both visually and how you described the vibe for us. Question, do you ever feel self-conscious filming so much of yourselves in public? You make it look so natural but I think I'd be too shy myself! Looking forward to seeing more of your adventures!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Helen! It can be awkward sometimes but it’s much more acceptable now. Back when I first started vlogging in 2012 it was real strange haha

[@Michael-lg4wz]

Sadly the electric trolley buses are gone and now the central city has all diesel buses.

[@ItsMeMads]

You didn’t go to porirua, cannon creek. That place is very luxurious. With people singing lots of songs outside the bakery etc 😅

[@mrpaisleyshirt]

Very interesting and entertaining Alex. I certainly agree with the San Francisco comparison. I've always been fascinated with the older architecture of SF, though I've never been there. I suppose what would complete the scene would be an Alcatraz replica plonked somewhere in Wellington harbor, maybe Peter Jackson do help out with that one lol.

[@AlexanderAyling]

If it were Skull Island from King Kong then he’d do it for sure haha. Thanks for watching :)

[@viperstinger77]

Alcatraz can be easily replicated Somes island right in the middle of the Harbour

[@lk43wz]

You guys are finally here! 😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

Yup! Love Wellington!

[@jbt6007]

Wow. I've been to NZ but didn't visit Wellington and now I have a reason to go back. What a jewel of a city. Thanks for a fabulous vlog, Alexander! xoxo

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Coastal_kiwi]

I was born and bred in Wellington - (have since relocated to the Bay of Islands) so awesome seeing all the places I knew so well when I lived there. Great vlog! 🌸

[@evanpost38]

I am glad to see that you both enjoyed the suggestions provided via insta 💪😎👍 I cannot wait to see what the next adventure brings🖖🏻

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Evan!

[@nikkilogan7726]

Wellington is a chill place, good vibes like you guys. Such a beautiful place. 🥰🇳🇿 Thanks Alex & Carrie ✌️😎💖🇳🇿

[@AlexanderAyling]

Cheers Nikki 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@WildHorseProductions]

It's a nice video! We might be moving back there too and glad to see what it's like now.

[@AlexanderAyling]

From where? :)

[@WildHorseProductions]

@@AlexanderAyling From San Francisco. We are New Zealand citizens! House prices on Wellington have jumped almost 25% to 35% in the last year alone unfortunately

[@scottgresham6759]

A very nice video of my hometown! Wellington has a unique and special vibe and is worth a visit within one's lifetime!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Scott! Love Wellington

[@moniquevelasco20]

What a wonderful city. Definitely a bucket list. Loved the shopping. Be safe guys!😘🤗🌼🇻🇪

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Monique

[@GwigglesNZ]

Seasonal winds? Constant winds!!!!! great vid guys.

[@AlexanderAyling]

LOL

[@jamiecarter2192]

Welly put on a bloody good day for you guys! 🥰 so cool seeing my city through your eyes. The library bar is amazing isn’t it, it’s been a staple place for me and my friends to meet for about a decade since I moved here 💕 beautiful video too!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Jamie! Welly definitely put on a show for us! Library seems like a great spot for a catch up!

[@adamconstanza]

You guys should head out to Red Rocks on the South Coast for a walk/fur seal spotting and it's stunning, wild and rugged. My favourite Wellington spot! Home. 🙂🏡

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks for the tips Adam!!

[@melissarowley96]

Love seeing my home city on this channel! Welly is awesome! If you see a book you like at The Library Bar, you can take it home as long as you bring a book to put in it's place 😊 You two should come back next month for Welly on a Plate (Wellington's yearly food festival). First two weeks restaurants/cafes do a special dish, second two weeks is burgers ( over 200 of them to choose from!) with a garage project beer match! There are also special events and cocktails for the month 🍸

[@AlexanderAyling]

I had no idea they let you check out books. That’s so cool!! We may be coming back soon!!

[@annmcnamara8]

I enjoyed the visit to Wellington thanks for sharing

[@ericproulx8473]

Great video ! I'm planning to visit New Zealand in 2023 so all your content since your move has been very inspiring !

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Eric! Much more coming - stay tuned 🤙🏼

[@see_the_journey]

Amazing video! We love New Zealand and it was almost like being there! Great material. Congrats!

[@siobhanod]

Loving these videos. It is so nice to feel like I am travelling along New Zealand with ye through these videos. Wishing ye all the best.

[@geensjc]

The struggle to watch this while in lockdown - it made me more homesick. Dope video, thank you!!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Stay safe over there. Are you in Australia?

[@geensjc]

@@AlexanderAyling Yup, Melbourne

[@shiyam_prasanth]

Vintage alex wad back right 🤩 Another great video brother..Thanks for this & waiting for the next one..Have a great time cheers 🙌 always Big love from Srilanka ❤📍

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Shiyam!

[@piyushsingh850]

I've never been to wellington, NZ but seeing through your lens had moved NZ way up on my bucket list. I'll be there soon. Thank you so much for this amazing video sir. Btw i really liked that confused look on your face when carrie ma'am said "it's wedge not heels", we men try to know a lot about fashion, dresses n boots but they always come up with something new, right? 😂

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hahah thank you Piyush 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@piyushsingh850]

@@AlexanderAyling 😇🙏

[@Sulu-sw3zo]

You won't be here for years and years. Our border isn't opening anytime soon.

[@piyushsingh850]

Are you from India too?

[@Sulu-sw3zo]

@@piyushsingh850 no, I'm born and bred in Wellington

[@kristaamundson8909]

I was convinced you were going to finish at Chow. 😂 Next time you are in town get to Highwater, Shepherd or Mason for some delicious kai. You definitely hit the ‘tourist hot spots’ on locations for this video.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Krista. Excited to come back and dig deeper

[@adamconstanza]

I guessed Chow too! 🙂

[@AdventuresOfReddotters3282]

Hi Alexander, thank you for sharing your trip to NZ and cool places to visit in Wellington. We will be looking up some of these locations in Nov, when we visit. Stay well. The Reddotters.

[@jw8661]

Haha my mate works at paperbag , I'm from hawkesbay too and I live on Courtney place :) I work at mermaid bar

[@AlexanderAyling]

Cool spots 🙌🏼

[@danishajaib1923]

Great video as always. Can you share the name of the Hair Gel you use? The link in your description doesn't point to any page.

[@barneyatkinson-saul9881]

It'll be a shame if you skipped the Gold Digger #3 at Library. KC Cafe is a great wee place to grab cheap food too. Jackson St in Petone is a great place to check out; you've just scratched the surface really.

[@AlexanderAyling]

KC cafe is on the list for next time

[@susanhammond2724]

Look forward to staying in Wellington sometime in the future. Have only ever passed through on the way to somewhere else. I also love thrift shopping, and Carrie your outfit looked amazing. 🙂

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Susan!

[@shelzgaskin]

What a great vlog Alex! Makes me miss visiting Wellington, such a beautiful city and love sitting by the waterfront on a beautiful day. Those cocktails looked delicious and im a huuuuge Harry Potter fan hehe

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Michelle! Yeah I thought it was so fun that they had themed cocktails from Harry Potter haha

[@MsBonzodog]

Wow. Does that little elevator come with your accommodation? Or is it servicing several houses there?

[@freeflow2008]

OMG!!! Paperbag Princess...YES!!! Don't forget to check out Te Papa. Spent a lot of time there when I first moved to NZ and I learned a lot! Don't miss Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War. It's been on since 2015 and will end April next year. Great video :)

[@lostamonglocals5382]

Wow! Such a beautiful place! Hopefully we will visit there someday.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hope so! Thanks for watching

[@joycelatham6974]

Beautiful film. Your effort is well noted. Keep them coming!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Joyce!!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@larrym12]

The reality is that New Zealand is the greatest country and Wellington is a very safe place to visit unlike some of the cities in the USA

[@AlexanderAyling]

🙌🏼

[@stargazer5073]

Love the travel vid...totally my jam!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed :)

[@noelinecampbell8146]

LOVE, LOVE LOVE! The best video guys! You’re in my hometown, which I am missing so much atm😢 I am a slow fashion consumer so the thrifting peek was fab! Carrie, I love that coat! I found a gorgeous silk black and white skirt at Paper Bag Princess on my last visit home (March 2019). I live in Canada, and have been to quite a few US cities, but not yet San Francisco. Loved hearing your thoughts on the similarities ❤️ Enjoy your travels guys😘🇨🇦🇳🇿

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Noeline 🙏🏼

[@TheMiks]

Hi. We’ve been following your travels and really enjoyed your videos and we’re just wondering: Did you ever consider the Kapiti Coast as a place to live? Especially places like Waikanae and Raumati Beach should really tick a lot of boxes. I live in Aotea which is an absolutely amazing part of New Zealand north of Wellington. Wishing you all the best in finding your dream home and looking forward to your next adventure.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Andre! Have you seen my latest video?

[@TheMiks]

@@AlexanderAyling Wow congratulations! We are so happy for you! That's a great spot!

[@Sozacyn]

I love your videos! Excellent information!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Cinthya 🙏🏼

[@M_Ravinerakhalgot]

So what drinks did u get instead of the Butterbeer at that place with harry Potter drinks special?

[@AlexanderAyling]

Some cauldron cocktail. Professor Snape would be proud lol

[@M_Ravinerakhalgot]

@@AlexanderAyling oh ok and lol hahaha

[@politta]

You got so lucky with the weather! Awesome video :)

[@AlexanderAyling]

It was such a nice weekend!

[@nellennatea]

Looks like a great city. Thank you.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you!!