It's impossible to walk into this store without finding something you want to walk out with. Don't get me wrong, there's a fine line between a souvenir shop and a tourist trap, but Global Culture stands far above the other nearby touristy-junk shops in their quality and design.
It's the NZ-themed sweatshirts that pulled me in, but I walked out with three pillowcases, a tea towel and an apron. If you're looking for a gift to bring home, skip the stereotypical Starbucks mug and head here. You'll pay a bit more, but you'll get some beautifully NZ-designed, high quality items. Just know that it'll be tough not to grab one for yourself while you're at it! read more