Unique Valentine’s Day gifts

by Elise Viviani

Are you struggling to find the perfect Valentine’s Day gift? Sure, there is always chocolates and flowers, but why not try something different and spoil your partner with a memorable RedBalloon experience? From hot air balloon flights to pasta making classes, find the perfect gift below to surprise your Valentine.

Daytime hot pools private bathe with indulgence pack
Queenstown: Hot pools exclusive bathe with bonus pack

Imagine soaking in a private hot tub with your partner overlooking Shotover River. Sink into the cedar hot tub and relax, the temperature is perfectly adjusted according to the weather. The package includes a selection of locally sourced treats including Akarua wines, a complimentary glass of bubbly, wine, beer or juice and ice cream, crisps or chocolate. Could it get anymore romantic?

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Waiheke Island: Winery tour and lunch
Waiheke Island: Winery tour and lunch

Spoil your partner with a wine and dine journey. Visit 3 picturesque wineries and sample some of New Zealand’s finest wine, delight in a sumptuous platter of local produce for lunch and enjoy the natural beauty of Waiheke Island.

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Hamilton: Hot air ballooning over Waikato with sparkling
Hamilton: Hot air ballooning over Waikato with sparkling

Say ‘I love you’ among the clouds in a hot air balloon. Breathe in the crisp early morning air as you gently float over Hamilton and drift out to the green pastures of Waikato. Admire the beautiful scenery from your peak altitude then enjoy a bubbly back on ground.

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Auckland: Pasta making class
Auckland: Pasta making class

Share the art of pasta making with your special someone. You will learn to make fresh pasta and delicious sauces from scratch. At the end of the class, sit down to an impressive Italian-style dinner and toast to your efforts with a glass of wine!

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Rotorua: Hells Gate reserve walk with mud bath, sulphur spa and more
Rotorua: Hells Gate reserve walk with mud bath, sulphur spa and more

Treat your partner to a healing mud bath! Spend a few hours exploring the wonders of Hells Gate Geothermal Park in Rotorua, New Zealand’s most unique geothermal experience. After a guided or self-guided tour of the steaming grounds, steeped in Maori myth and legend, soak in the healing sulphur spas, mud baths and cold pool.

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Auckland: Sailing yacht cruise on Auckland harbour with dinner
Auckland: Sailing yacht cruise on Auckland harbour with dinner

Sail into the evening with your one and only! Enjoy a delicious dinner as you sail on a world-renowned dinner cruise, set on Auckland’s beautiful Waitemata Harbour. After dining, sit back, unwind and admire Auckland’s beautiful night lights or take the helm and help the crew sail the yacht.

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Wellington: Harbour helicopter flight
Wellington: Harbour helicopter flight

See Wellington from the sky on this scenic helicopter flight! Show your partner the sights as you soar above Wellington city and harbour. Take in views of Zealandia, Matiu/Somes Island and Cook Strait, the avenue for the ferries that flow between the North and South Islands of New Zealand. On the return route back to the city, glimpse iconic landmarks including Te Papa, the Beehive and the Cake Tin.

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Degustation lunch Wharekauhau Country Estate.
Wairarapa: 5-course ‘Trust The Chef’ degustation lunch with bubbles

Surprise your loved one with a decadent degustation. Escape to Wharekauhau Country Estate for an indulgent 5-course ‘Trust The Chef’ lunch. Sip on a glass of champagne as you savour the delightful flavours of Wairarapa.

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