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How to Do a Budget-Friendly Self-Guided Bike Tour of Renwick’s Cellar Doors Marlborough produces around 85% of New Zealand’s wine, and the heart of it all sits within a few flat kilometres of Renwick. Over a dozen cellar doors are within a short ride of each other, the terrain is gentle, and you can visit…

  There’s a moment that happens to almost every visitor on a Marlborough wine tour. You’re standing at a cellar door, glass in hand, and you’ve just tried something genuinely special, a Pinot Noir from a small family vineyard, or a Sauvignon Blanc that tastes nothing like what you get at home. You want to…

Celebrating Marlborough’s Tourism & Hospitality Excellence The Marlborough Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards are always a special moment in the year, a chance to come together, reflect, and recognise the people and businesses contributing to our region. This year, Explore Marlborough is incredibly proud to be named a finalist in the Excellence in Hospitality & Tourism category, alongside…

Featured in the Luxury Travel Magazine ‘BEYOND THE VINES’ Words by Tatyana Leonov   Tayana Leonov & Richard Ellis on tour What an incredible article on Marlborough in the Luxury Travel Mag “Long celebrated for its sauvignon blanc, Marlborough reveals a deeper, more indulgent side—where boutique lodges, hidden restaurants, heli-flights and sea-to-table feasts offer a…

What to do in Marlborough in Wintertime? wine trails, bike adventures, indoor gems Winter might bring cooler temperatures, but in Marlborough, it also brings crisp blue skies, calm days, and the perfect excuse to explore this beautiful region at a slower, more intimate pace. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a cycling adventurer, or seeking cosy…