7 surprising things I miss about New Zealand!

Yes, I miss New Zealand. I am enjoying my time so far in the USA - this is not a knock on the US, but here are definately some things I miss. You may be shocked about some of the items I am about to share.

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[Milanel]

It's crazy, I watched all your videos for info and dreaming of NZ probably two years - and now I am finally in New Zealand (Taupō!) We've been here for a month And i love it so much

[kennethhammond]

just drove 400km across NZ and it still fascinates me how many shades of green you can see and it just makes you feel so good.😅

[annespeir]

Nice to see you again. So with you about the coffee. I had a desperate to gorgeous moment in Seattle where, schooled with exactly what to ask for - dbl shot, full milk etc - as I opened my mouth the young barista said, oh are you a Kiwi. On affirming she said "i just spent 6 months there I'll make you a proper one' and with a big smile delivered the best coffee I had for the whole trip.

[q.e.d.]

Came here from London in 1978. Loved it. Knew I’d never go back to live, only to visit family. It was the lack of the English class system, the lack of crowds and the relaxed pace of life that got me. Parents came over, loved it so much that they bought a camper van and came for six months every year. Dad had his 90th birthday here.
Britain. Great to visit in summer. Beer, cricket and those long, still twilights. Concerts, fairs, festivals, air shows, car shows: the list is endless. But after about a month, I’m ready for home.

[nguyen]

I live in the Netherlands. I miss pineapple jelly, steak and kidney pies, lasagna blocks, fish and chips, crab sticks, the massive McMuffin, st.pierre's sushi, cadbury chocolate,

[robertdean]

I been out of NZ for about six months. I miss: (1) my friends, (2) my church, (3) my work environment, (4) tea time, (5) meat pies, (6) the parks and trails, (7) the beaches, (8) the birds, (9) fern trees, and probably a lot more things if I think about it for a while.

[MrsGump]

I wondered where youd gone!
So glad to see you back on YT, we miss you too!
Now you can tell ur US fam & friends that ur a Kiwi!!

[annawitter]

I am so blessed to be living in New Zealand. ex south African. It's a beautiful country and as an elderly person I feel looked after

[MagaPeach]

The coffee & eggs!! Yes!! I never liked either and when we visited NZ, I loved both of this. I never considered myself a coffee person but the flavors in NZ?? ok I get it now!! It's been 10 months and I still miss the food there. If I have to go out to restaurants, I still think "... This wont taste nearly as good as this restaurant in NZ" 😭💔 I would move simply for the food. And we want to move because of the relaxed attitude. You could feel it in the air over there. It was so refreshing. 😔

[jerryross]

I am married to an American woman and (20yrs) after living in the states for over a decade it is a relief to be home where you do not fear the police and the freedom is pretty much at a far higher level than Americans are subject to. I agree that you can't get a good coffee in America .NZ is swamped with 5-star coffee makers and our food is bettor as it is naturally grown without the enhancements and antibiotics that American food is mass produced with.

[ginal]

As a New Zealander who did a 5 day conference in Seattle and ‘survived’ on drip coffee… I feel you. My potential and participation was truly limited 😂 You are doing well.

[destupua]

Now that she’s back in the US her voice is louder and louder than ever 😂

[TheNakedWombat]

As an Australian, I like it when Americans ask what flavours I like my coffee and I say, "Coffee. I like my coffee coffee flavoured". They laugh. Repeat the question. 😆

[charlestehuia]

Your point about the school shootings is extremely relevant in the U.S which is definitely not a thing here in New Zealand and I am very grateful for it here.
We have many blessings here but it is something that we take for granted here so thank you for sharing your findings ❤

[angelaoliver]

I was born in NZ, moved to Australia married an American lived in the US for many years, we are so fortunate to live in Australia and New Zealand.

It was a huge culture shock when i moved to the US.

Life is so complicated in the US.
My husband passed away in Vegas he had no insurance because of pre-existing conditions, I got a bill in 2011 after he passed for $167000 for 12 days in the hospital.

We just don't get that coming from countries with free healthcare or at least minimal cost in NZ.
I feel you, you will have one foot in NZ for the rest of your life.

[megdavies]

Still love watching your videos. Hope you can come back to NZ one day.

[peatlejville]

The beautiful thing about NZ you don't have to think a lot just live.

[andreakimber]

Hey Tara, i understand your reason to move back to US with parents and family getting older.. my partners from the UK but lives here in NZ.. its the absolute hardest part of living so far away.. its your season in life to live back in the US closer to family but who knows in the future.. Hugs x

[GimmieTheGaff]

I wish you all the very best. I’ve followed you along the way and totally enjoyed your journey in NZ. You lovely people. My heart hurts. Come back when you can.

[jesaminetehuia]

Awww, it's bitter sweet. Nice to hear what you miss about our country, though too. I bet you would be overall happy to be back on your whenua. Thank you for embracing our vibe and giving it a good go here. ❤