Discovering Dunedin’s Hidden Gems: A Journey 16 Years Back

I’ve been seeing a flurry of New Zealand travel recommendations lately, and Dunedin has definitely caught my eye! 😂

As I flip through the old photo albums, I’m struck by how many of those memories were captured with a digital camera back in the day.

In my experience, Dunedin is a wonderfully laid-back city, brimming with charming, old-fashioned Scottish architecture, and the ever-present sea. The city’s heartbeat is closely tied to the university, and as soon as the semester kicks off, the streets come alive with a vibrant energy. The bars and cafes are buzzing with students, creating a lively and dynamic atmosphere.

However, when the holidays roll around, the city transforms into a serene, almost ghostly quiet place. Back then, the only mall in town was notorious for its early closing times, often shutting its doors at 5 or 6 PM. So, if you wanted to get any shopping done, you had to be quick on your feet! 😂😂