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Skydiving plans canceled, but stumbled upon a time-traveling journey at the vintage car museum!

Originally, the plan for the day was to go skydiving in Wanaka, but the weather was too bad to fly. However, this led to an unexpected discovery of the Wanaka National Transport and Toy Museum nearby, and stepping inside was truly an eye-opener! The museum's collection is incredibly rich! It features not only classic vintage cars from various eras but also antique motorcycles, fire trucks, and even real airplanes displayed outdoors—absolutely stunning! 🛻✈️ Some of the car models are ones you’d only see in movies, and being able to admire them up close is really cool. Each vehicle is meticulously maintained, showcasing the dedication to the collection. Beyond transportation, there’s an entire section dedicated to retro toys! From wooden trains, tin robots, dolls, to LEGO sets, it’s a nostalgic trip down memory lane. 🎲🧸🎮 P.S. There’s even a whole collection of LV bags inside, which is quite amusing! Transportation We drove to Wanaka, and the museum is conveniently located near the skydiving site (easy to reach by car!). 📍National Transport and Toy Museum Address: 891 Wanaka-Luggate Highway, Wanaka 9382, New Zealand If you happen to be in Wanaka, whether due to bad weather or simply wanting to explore a retro world, this museum is absolutely worth a visit! Highly recommended for car enthusiasts, nostalgia lovers, or families traveling with kids—you’re bound to have a great time!
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Posted: May 13, 2025
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