Insider Guides
We believe travelling is all about finding those cool, hidden spots only the locals know about. Meet some of our real locals who know the region inside out!
Simon Lamb
"Even after living here for 10 years I am still amazed how we are still finding new places to enjoy in the Sounds and how when you go to the next bay every thing changes again."
My
top Must Dos
Stay in the Marlborough Sounds
Marlborough Farmers’ Market
My favourite place
The Marlborough Sounds
Describe yourself and what you do in 3 words/phrases
Artisan Cheese maker/business owner, passionate, on a quest to produce a NZ cheese that the region can be proud of.
Where is your favourite place in Marlborough?
The Marlborough Sounds
If you had only 3 days in Marlborough, how would you spend the time?
Walking and exploring in the Marlborough Sounds, Exploring the wineries and restaurants particularly the ones who use locally produced food.
You live and work in the Marlborough Sounds, what is it about the area that makes it so brilliant for work and play?
The beauty and the diversity of the two Sounds which are both very different in their own right, particularly how the colour and light are constantly changing with the seasons and the prevailing weather. Even after living here for 10 years I am still amazed how we are still finding new places to enjoy in the Sounds and how when you go to the next bay every thing changes again. The local community and community spirit really make it a great place to live and work.
Marlborough foodies unite for your Cranky Goat Cheese – but what is your favourite local cuisine?
For a special dinner Arbour and their chefs choice menu matched with locally sourced wines from the region is always inspiring, and delightful. For lunch the wineries offer some amazing diverse meals accompanied with great locally produced wine and beer, most notable are the family owned wineries Alan Scott's, Vines Village and St Clair cellar door.