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Travel Consulting and Adventure Planning

Feeling stressed about your new adventure and travel planning?

I’m here to help simplify the process and take the weight off your shoulders.

Plan Less, Travel More

One thing I’ve learned is that travel isn’t about the destination, it’s about the transformation it brings to YOU!

If you’ve found your way to this page, you’ve probably got plenty of unanswered questions and are looking for further information.

Does this resonate with you?

You want to travel solo but feel held back by your lack of confidence, fear and doubts
You’re already spinning way too many plates and the thought of all the planning simply overwhelms you to the point that you don’t even know where to start
You want more from your travel experience and would love to step outside your comfort zone and explore somewhere off-the-beaten path but don’t know how to begin
Another year has passed and you’re still feeling “stuck” in a life transition, yet to figure out how to intentionally journey into your next best chapter

Relatable?

I know just how you feel so let’s take a deep breath together and craft a trip that moves you, inside and out.

I’m here to support you in designing intentional travel and adventure experiences that align with your personal goals, values and life transitions.

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Explorer

30 Minute Session

$45

30 minutes to talk about YOUR travel and adventure goals, specific questions and planning.

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Adventurer

One Hour Session

$80

30 minutes to talk about YOUR travel and adventure goals, specific questions and planning.

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Globetrotter

Bundle - 3 One Hour Sessions

$225

30 minutes to talk about YOUR travel and adventure goals, specific questions and planning.

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All prices are in New Zealand Dollars and are INCLUSIVE of GST.

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Two people posing near a lighthouse and directional signs at Cape Reinga, New Zealand. The signs point to various global locations and their distances.

Yellow camping tent set up in a forest with a portable stove and cooking pot nearby.

Hiker standing on rocky terrain overlooking turquoise lakes in a mountainous landscape, under a partly cloudy sky.

Person wearing sunglasses and a cap, smiling while near a rocky shoreline and green water; wearing an orange life jacket.

Woman in hiking gear standing next to Egmont National Park sign on Mangorei Track.

Man hiking in forest with backpack and walking sticks

Person wearing glasses and a cap, smiling, standing on a rocky beach with trees in the background.

Bicycle leaning against Whanganui National Park sign in New Zealand, surrounded by lush greenery.

Two people hiking with backpacks on a sunny day, smiling and wearing sunglasses, with a clear blue sky in the background.

Person with a bicycle standing on Maramataha Bridge, a suspension bridge surrounded by trees and nature.

Two hikers with backpacks standing next to a green trail sign for Te Araroa in New Zealand, indicating the 1500 km halfway point of the trail.

Person in purple jacket hiking with a large backpack and trekking pole, standing on a grassy mountain with a misty mountain range in the background.

Person wearing glasses and a knitted hat, standing outdoors near a tent with a table covered by a blue and green plaid blanket, surrounded by trees.

Hiker at Milford Track sign in Fiordland National Park, New Zealand, surrounded by lush forest.

Person standing at Mackinnon Pass historical sign, wearing hiking gear and holding trekking poles.

A smiling couple posing outside in front of a lake and mountains. The man is wearing a blue puffer jacket, and the woman has glasses and a blue top. The sky is overcast.

Hiker in rain gear with backpack standing on a mountain trail with trekking poles, overlooking a lake and mountains under a cloudy sky.

Two hikers smiling in front of rocky, mountainous terrain.

Person wearing a helmet and bright vest standing with a bicycle near a lake, with mountains in the background.

Hiker with backpack and trekking poles on a mountain trail overlooking a valley with distant peaks and clouds.

Hiker standing next to a Waikaremoana Great Walk sign in a forest.

Person in pink jacket and blue leggings standing on a rocky cliff, holding hiking poles, with a scenic view of green hills and cloudy sky in the background.

A hiker smiling at a trail signpost on a foggy day, wearing a raincoat and backpack. The signpost shows directions to "Urchin Tops," "Waipakihi River," "Urchin Road," and "Waipakihi Hut" with estimated walking times. The hiker is also holding trekkin

Hiker at Stag Saddle, highest point on Te Araroa, with trekking poles.

A solitary hiker walking on a rocky mountain trail with tall peaks and a blue sky in the background.

Person hiking on a mountain trail with a blue backpack, overlooking a landscape with a lake, mountains, and fields under a blue sky.

Benefits of One-on-One Consulting

What do I get?

One-on-one video calls with Sharon, founder of Freewheeling Kiwi at a time that suits you
A fully personalised experience taking into account your goals, values, lifestyle and emotional needs
A linked video recording of our conversations for your future reference
A summary of our session and curated tools for your adventure
Access to the Freewheeling Kiwi library of assets, eBooks, Kit Lists, Packing Lists and more

Why call Sharon?

One thing I’ve learned is that travel isn’t about the destination, it’s about the transformation it brings to YOU.

Sometimes it’s much easier to talk with a friend who’s been there and done that, well I’m that friend and while I don’t have the answers to life’s bigger challenges, I have been there and done a lot of stuff when it comes to solo and couple’s travel, hiking, camping, backpacking and bikepacking.

There’s a whole lot of other travel and adventures I’ve successfully undertaken and that typically include getting outside and doing fun or crazy stuff that’s a little outside most people’s comfort zones.

I value travel deeply and know it’s power for personal development, when you book your call, you will have direct access to my time, experience and knowledge.

I’ve used recent travel and adventures to navigate my own way through major life transitions such as moving districts, changing careers, peri and menopause and developing deeper understanding and commitments in my personal relationships.

Be ready for some honest conversations, lots of laughs, practical plans and a gentle nudge to get out of your comfort zone and take action.

Is One-on-One Travel and Adventure Consulting for You?

You want more from your travel and adventures

You’re ready for something different to your last trips; now’s your time for new experiences, for a solo journey or for a milestone adventure.

You’re stuck in a transition and ready to move forward into your next chapter

Your kids have left the next, are newly single, approaching a milestone birthday, are heading for a career change or retirement and you want to embark on a new adventure to ease the transition

You need support with planning and inspiration

No matter how fast you spin the plates it’s overwhelming and you’re not able to keep up with all that’s required. You’d like the opportunity to chat about your plans, bounce some ideas around and get answers to those random “what if” questions that wake you at 2am

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I know what it’s like, I’ve been there too!

When planning to hike 3,000 kilometres on Te Araroa Trail, I decided to figure everything out myself. It took me many months of late nights and included researching:

the entire 133 day itinerary - yes, it really did take me that long and what an epic adventure it was!
budgeting - where to even start !
gear - what do you need, are you an ultra light hiker or do you like a few creature comforts?
food strategy and drop offs - where, when and how much are you going to need? Pro Tip: Whittakers Chocolate is a must!
other transport - there’s a surprising number of other transport required such as ferries, canoes, bikes, water taxis, shuttles and possibly even airplanes
accommodation - are you camping, using DOC huts, private huts, hunters huts, trail angels, motels, cabins, friends or what?
permits - you’ll often be hiking across private land, have you thought about the necessary permission?
safety - are you travelling on your own? Have you considered how you’ll manage the river crossings?

That list barely scratches the surface and the same applies to all adventures!

How it Works

Firstly, congratulations on taking that initial step of planning to travel, I know that for some of us, that step takes a great deal of resourcefulness and courage so well done YOU.

I’m hugely excited for you and can’t wait to help you to develop your plans further so that you get to experience an adventure that is fully personalised taking into account your unique lifestyle, goals, values and emotional needs.

Our one-on-one consulting session will be made over Zoom or WhatsApp. Choose the amount of time that works for you, then pick a date and time that works for you on my calendar schedule. When booking the appointment, there’s some questions to answer so that I know what you want to discuss.

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“We have two lives, and the second begins when we realise we only have one”

— Confucius

My followers trust me

My followers trust what I say, and why wouldn’t they?!

I’ve built a solid relationship with the Freewheeling Kiwi community through sharing hundreds of hours of free video content that is known for its trademark authenticity.

When I recommend something, they know that I’m recommending something I know and love myself. My adventure stories include the good, the bad and the ugly as I don’t want anyone heading out ill prepared.

Don’t just take my word for it, check out some of their comments here.

My brand partners trust me

As a content creator, I’ve built a strong presence online with a variety of formats that offer opportunities for brand integrations.

My partners love my natural approach to creating unique content and are happy to have me represent them. That’s an enormous privilege and I work hard to make sure that both the brands and the Freewheeling Kiwi community are getting good value for their money and time.

Check out some of the Brands I’m working with now, you never know, there may be something of use to you 😉

Don’t overthink it, set up that video call now.

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The housekeeping

Before we get started, there’s a few things to know.

Your one-on-one video chat will be held on Zoom which you can download here.

When you make your appointment, you will immediately be sent the link for your meeting.

All bookings are made at least 48 hours prior to the meeting time to enable you to make your payment

Please make payment to my PayPal account to confirm arrangements.

If there’s no available appointments at a time that works for you, contact me directly as I may be available at a different time 😀

To get a different perspective, let me know if you’d like my partner Andrew to also join our video chat and we’ll soon have it arranged.

What Freewheeling Kiwi Travel and Adventure Consulting isn’t

I am NOT a travel agent and won’t make any booking on your behalf (excluding my own Freewheeling Group Trips)

but I do love to share my best tips, tricks and guides to help you develop the ultimate travel experience with ease

I am NOT a therapist nor a life coach

but travel can be transformational and we will talk about how your life, values and motivations influence your travel experiences

Stop Waiting and Start Exploring NOW

Travel isn’t just about checking places off a list, it’s about creating moments that challenge, energize and remind you just how capable you are. Let’s design the active adventure that fits your unique goals, lifestyle and dreams.

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