$99 NZD birthday getaway (cheap,YES but wozzit cheerful??)

$99 NZD birthday getaway (cheap,YES but wozzit cheerful??)

Author: Liz Deacle and Brian Deacle February 18, 2025 Duration: 32:14

It was my birthday, so I booked a surprise trip for me and Bri.

I googled New Zealand cheap accommodation. Best places to stay in New Zealand. Real New Zealand adventures.

Then I put in my whopping budget: $99 a night.

This is what we got. This is where we stayed.

Sit back, relax and listen to our experience of this insanely cheap Kiwi getaway.

And our fondue fiddles.

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You might think from the title It's a Drama Podcast that you're in for some heavy theatrics, but it's actually the opposite. Hosted by world traveller and best-selling comedy author Liz Deacle alongside her husband Brian, this is a space for the gloriously unfiltered and often hilarious conversations that happen between two people sharing a life and a suitcase. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair at their kitchen table, where the topics roam freely from travel mishaps and cultural observations to the everyday dramas of family, food, and navigating the second half of life with a sense of humor. Liz and Brian’s candid dynamic is the heart of the podcast, offering a blend of laughter and genuine honesty that makes the personal feel universal. You’ll find yourself in the middle of stories that are both frank and funny, often accompanied by the clink of a wine glass and the admission that adulthood isn't always a dignified affair. It’s less about destination and more about the messy, joyful, and relatable journey, making this a uniquely comforting listen for anyone who appreciates real conversation served with a generous side of comedy.
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