The ultimate tourist experience in New Zealand: Waitangi

Planning a trip to New Zealand? There's one site you simply can't miss: The Treaty of Waitangi Grounds in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Join me at the most significant site in the history of Aotearoa New Zealand, where I interview the entertaining and highly informative tour guide CC. Her stories bring to life the rich cultural tapestry of New Zealand’s founding events and personalities, as we walk through Waitangi’s treaty house, wharenui, and native bush. I review the site from a social tourism perspective using the BreakawayBravehearts five-point STARS: Social Good, Trea$ury (or economic impact), Accessibility, Relationships and Sustainability.
After sharing snippets of CC’s tour, her interview helps us understand how the Waitangi Treaty Grounds meets social tourism goals. When talking about “Social Good” we ask how the site offers tourists a deeper understanding of New Zealand culture and history, and what work it does to promote social good and respect among diverse communities. Then we check on how your visit will support the local economy and create employment in the Waitangi region,The third focus is Accessibility, where we assess the facilities and services available to ensure that all visitors can fully enjoy their experience. Uner ‘Relationships’ we experience how CC builds connections with tourists fostering mutual understanding and respect. And last, but most definitely not least, we check the site’s actions against sustainability goals, and learn of the eco-friendly initiatives and conservation efforts that ensure this historic site remains a cherished destination for future generations.
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[@catherinewalbran7408]

Absolutely awesome! I love CC and want to go back for one of her tours! ❤

[@BreakawayBravehearts]

She really was wonderful and I thoroughly recommend her tour. Inspiring.

[@Curlymop]

Looks amazing. Thank you for sharing this with us. Hearing CC‘s greeting was beautiful

[@BreakawayBravehearts]

I really hope you get a chance to experience it for yourself one day. Something truly special

[@ccthomas7870]

Thank you for showcasing the best place in Aotearoa ❤

[@BreakawayBravehearts]

Thank you for sharing it with us!! Here's hoping more people will join you and the crew at the Grounds, spreading aroha for the spirit of Waitangi

[@leoh4599]

Brilliant! Must go back there for a proper tour.

[@BreakawayBravehearts]

Totally recommend it, even if you know the academic history of the Treaty, the personal stories told during the tour make it so much more relatable.