![]() Locals clothed in flannel shirts, barefoot and cruising around on longboards, quaint coffee shops on every corner where sun bleached blonde hair is the norm and where dreadlocks, boardies and flip flops make you part of the crowd, not an outsider.Īnd the vibe was everything I has hoped for too. The first time I set sight on Raglan I was bouncing around little a kid at xmas! I was frothing about a surf session with a buddy from Indo but after the long, winding drive across the gorgeous New Zealand landscape the descent into Raglan village was everything a surfer dreams of. If you haven’t seen the movie before check it out – it’s a surfing cult classic! Lazy Days…Ĭouple that with epic open ocean swell wrapping around from all angles, a variety of surf spots, a laid back hippy atmosphere and the New Zealand climate and you have a receipe for what could be potentially one of my favourite places on the planet! Situated on the North West coast of NZ my dreams of Raglan spawned from the surf movie The Endless Summer – where the long reeling left hand point breaks featured heavily as one of the longest waves of their trip. Indeed Bev from Pack Your Passport and Lauren from Never Ending Footsteps both emailed me after their visits saying it was somewhere I’d end up spending alot of time! Raglan in New Zealand The View Over Raglans Coastlineįrom everyone I’ve chatted to about my love for Byron and my travel plans for New Zealand I heard the same response – you HAVE to go to Raglan. ![]() There’s been one place that in my imagination which would be able to compare to the epic times I had in Byron and it’s a place I finally got round to visiting this year. You’ll also be aware of how much I loved Byron Bay in Australia – and the fact my 6months there during my first gap year are still some of my favourite travel memories The retreat aims to reduce its ecological footprint and encourages guests to join in this effort by becoming part of the village.Anyone who has been following my blog knows there is very little I need to make a good travelling destination – sun, sea, surf and a good amount of partying. Solscape is dedicated to becoming more sustainable and is making significant investments and efforts towards this goal. Raglan is renowned for its long peeling left-hand point breaks, making it a popular destination for surfers of all levels, including beginners and novices. ![]() The main street is lined with interesting shops selling bohemian arts and crafts. Raglan has a laid-back atmosphere and a diverse range of eateries to suit all tastes. Additionally, Solscape provides several bush and beach walks for guests to explore. Guests can also enjoy the sauna and ice bath facilities for nourishing their bodies. The retreat features a yoga center and a surf school, offering board and wet suit hire. Solscape offers various activities for guests, including eco tours, learning and wellness options, and adventure activities. The retreat is closed during winter but reopens for summer 2023/24. Solscape aims to foster a connection with one another and the natural world, providing a place for rest, rejuvenation, and playful inspiration. Accommodation options include tents, earth domes, railway cars, and more. The retreat provides diverse up-cycled to contemporary eco-accommodations, catering to different budgets. It is nestled on 10 acres at the foot of Mt Karioi and offers breathtaking views over the Tasman Sea. Solscape is an eco-retreat located in Raglan, New Zealand.
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