For my husband’s 40th, I planned an entire surprise weekend, in this episode I share the itinerary, links to every spot we visited, and why intentional experiences matter so much in this season of life.

🎲 Romantic Date Cards

Temu Date Cards:
https://www.temu.com/nz/40--for-date-night-romantic-couple-games-party-entertainment-fun-activities-ideal-for-couples--date-nights-ideal-for-parties-party-games-romantic-games-paper-cards-date--g-601103826304598.html

📍 FRIDAY – Auckland City

Dinner at Azabu
👉 Azabu Mission Bay (Japanese-Peruvian fusion) — https://savor.co.nz/azabu-mission-bay (Savor)

Stay at SO/ Auckland
👉 SO/ Auckland luxury hotel — https://so-hotels.com/en/auckland/ (SO/ Hotels)

Drinks at Hello Beasty
👉 Hello Beasty modern-fusion dining — https://hellobeasty.nz/ (HELLO BEASTY)

Nightcap at Headquarters
👉 Headquarters (cocktails & vibes) — (search spot; common bar/restaurant in Auckland)

📍 SATURDAY – Waiheke Island

Breakfast at Amano
👉 Amano (bakery + restaurant) — https://savor.co.nz/amano (Savor)

Ferry to Waiheke Island

Ostend Markets
👉 Ostend Market, Waiheke Island — (local island market; search for current times/info) (Wikipedia)

Lunch at Casita Miro
👉 Casita Miro Spanish-style lunch — https://www.casitamiro.co.nz/ (Casita Miro)

Swim at Onetangi Beach
👉 Onetangi Beach, Waiheke Island — (public beach on Waiheke) + Search as needed

Drink at  Restaurant
👉 Forgot the name but on the beach 

Golden hour views at Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant
👉 Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant — https://mudbrick.co.nz/ (Mudbrick Restaurant)

Back to Auckland city:

Drinks at Soul Bar & Bistro
👉 Soul Bar & Bistro — (search listing; popular city cocktail spot)

📍 SUNDAY – Morning Reset

Breakfast at First Mates, Last Laugh
👉 First Mates, Last Laugh — https://www.firstmateslastlaugh.co.nz/ (firstmateslastlaugh.co.nz)
Under the Harbour Bridge — views + brilliant breakfast vibes.

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