New Zealand Travel Blog
The best things to do when touring New Zealand with kids
When you’re travelling with children, it’s always a good idea to have some ideas up your sleeve for family days out. Just like when you make that winning recipe for dinner, a family–favourite activity can be the highlight of your…
An Introduction to Bird Watching in New Zealand
New Zealand’s most famous bird is undoubtedly the kiwi. After all, it’s our iconic national bird and bears the name by which New Zealanders all around the globe are known. But there’s so much more to bird watching in New…
Take an epic journey to NZ with the 18-Day Panorama Coach Tour
This week we’re diving into one of our favourite offerings, the 18–day epic that is the Panorama Tour. Taking you across both islands and to all of the biggest highlights, this is a coach tour of New Zealand unlike any…
Discovering the best of Waiheke Island
Waiheke is the tiny island in Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf that’s known as one of New Zealand’s most relaxing and beautiful places. Panoramic ocean views, golden beaches and world–class wineries are the spirit of Waiheke. Accessible by ferry, it’s intimate enough…
Your Guide to Fishing in New Zealand
Tie a fly and break out the bait, it’s time for an introduction to fishing, kiwi style. We’re pretty stoked with our way of life down here, and fishing is a big part of it. Whether it’s fly–fishing for trout…
Why you get more freedom from a Motorhome than a Hotel
Holidays are all about freedom. Freedom from work, freedom from stress, freedom from the daily grind. So, isn’t it strange that we often choose to spend so much of our holidays in hotels where your freedom extends only as far…
How to do the Marlborough Sounds the right way
The Marlborough Sounds ranks among the most beautiful and tranquil places on earth. Picture long, sweeping bays of clear blue water, with golden beaches backed with dense native bush. It’s the kind of place you want to take the pace…
Treat Yourself at New Zealand’s Thermal Hot Springs
New Zealand’s map is dotted with thermal hot springs and reserves, like little pockets of magic for the body and soul. They’re the perfect remedy for warming winter–chilled bones, soothing sore muscles, or just because you deserve it! Here’s a…
Unmissable Events in New Zealand
Hate missing out on a great party? We do too. And down here in New Zealand there’s a ton going on whether it’s January or December. Here’s a few totally unmissable events to fit into your New Zealand holiday schedule….
Exploring a Hidden Paradise: Stewart Island
Are you a nature lover? A bird watcher? Love walking trails? You need to visit Stewart Island. Stewart Island is New Zealand’s third largest island, known in Māori as Rakiura, meaning ‘glowing skies’— a reference to the Southern Lights (Aurora…
Crack a 6 Pack: New Zealand’s Best Craft Breweries and Pubs
There was a time when if you walked into a pub in New Zealand and asked for a beer that wasn’t named Tui, Speight’s or DB, you’d receive a puzzled look from the publican. But times have changed in a…
Discovering New Zealand’s finest Golf resorts ️
When it comes to golfing skill, most of us are Joe Amateur than Jack Nicklaus, but that won’t stop us dreaming of playing a round or two on an amazing course. Here’s a look at five of the very best…
New Zealand, home of the world’s best Jet Boat rides
There are a few important things you should know before travelling to New Zealand: When referring to footwear, ‘flip flops’, ‘sandals’ or ‘thongs’ do not exist. ‘Jandals’ however can be found on feet on any beach or high street in…