New Zealand Travel Blog
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…
Epic Guided Walks of Fiordland, New Zealand
This week we’re headed back to Fiordland — ‘headed back to Fiordland’ …now there’s a phrase we wish we could say every day— to explore some of New Zealand’s greatest walking tracks. We’ve got the spotlight on three walking tracks:…
Get on your bike and ride! The best cycling tours in New Zealand 🚲
Cycling… it’s the perfect way to keep fit, see the sights, and enjoy things at your own pace – and it’s one of our favourite ways to explore nature in New Zealand. Forget about the car, ditch the coach, grab…
Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound – which one should you choose?
Are you longing for some better travel stories? What if you could tell your friends that you’d just got back from visiting the most beautiful place on earth? ‘That’s a bold claim!’ they might say – but it’s a claim…
Why you must immerse yourself in Māori culture when visiting Rotorua
Want to know how we get down to cooking in New Zealand? We do it underground! It’s called hāngi, a traditional Māori cooking method which you won’t find anywhere else, and it’s just one of the many reasons you need…
New Zealand is the Ultimate Destination for Adventure!
Where’s the fun in going on holiday if it doesn’t feel like an adventure? Relaxing by the pool in the hotel and seeing the sights is great, but it’s the adventures that create the memories that last a lifetime, memories…
Your guide to Whale Watching in New Zealand.
Blue whales and orcas and humpbacks, oh my! From gentle giants to apex predators, whales are a diverse family of marine giants which can be found all over the coastline of New Zealand. Whether you’re heading North or South on…
Discover the magic of Milford Sound!
When it comes to the must-see places in New Zealand, chances are you’ve probably heard about Milford Sound. It’s kind of a big deal! You may have heard stories about the stunning waterfalls that cascade down its dramatic cliffs, or…