Escape off the grid

You could go for one of the Department of Conservation’s many ‘basic’ campsites which offer bare minimum facilities at no cost. The freedom of a beautiful spot is yours to discover at doc.govt.nz. Or for those a little less intrepid, take a luxury unplugged option. Stay at an off-grid Unyoked cabin in Raglan and you’re encouraged to be lazy. “Forget what time it is,” a checklist in the provided field guide says. “Do not feel compelled to tick every box. Daydream deeply.” Minimalist, but with such modern luxuries as a queensized bed, rainfall shower and bar fridge stocked with craft beer and negroni cocktails, the trio of cabins, which sit on private farmland, are all about unplugging from the overconnected lives many of us lead, in eco-friendly comfort. Lazy mindfulness at its best. You can even get a voucher or “nature prescription” for a friend. From $269 a night, unyoked.co