Manaaki Touch was born from friendship, a shared dream, and a deep love for Aotearoa New Zealand. We’re Luciana and Lucre — best friends who made the bold decision to leave everything behind and move to Queenstown. We didn’t just visit New Zealand — we fell in love with it. Its landscapes, its people, its culture, and its strong sense of community. Living the Queenstown Lifestyle Queenstown isn’t just where we live — it’s how we live. We embrace adventure, the outdoors, and the energy of this...

When someone travels to New Zealand, they’re not just going on a trip — they’re stepping into a place filled with raw beauty, culture, and meaningful experiences. So when it comes to gifting, why settle for something generic? The Problem with Traditional Souvenirs We’ve all seen them — keychains, magnets, mass-produced trinkets that often end up forgotten at the bottom of a suitcase. They might say “New Zealand,” but they don’t feel  like New Zealand. A truly memorable gift should capture...

At Manaaki Touch , we take our responsibility seriously when including alcohol in our gift hampers. While our gift boxes are designed to delight and celebrate, we ensure that all alcohol sales will be conducted responsibly and legally . We are currently preparing the necessary licences  to sell alcohol. Although we cannot sell alcohol yet, we have already made all the required updates to our premises and sales procedures  so that we can begin including bottles in our gift boxes as soon as...