An Ohakune Odyssey
Carl and Justine headed to Ohakune right before the ski season kicked off, ensuring a crowd-free adventure exploring the curiosities around town and stunning snowscapes in Tongariro National Park. The…
Day Trip to the Magnificent Milford Sound
A perk of being one of New Zealand’s most popular destinations is that there’s plenty of options to get out there and soak up the magic, even if you’re short…
The Putangirua Pinnacles: Walking Amongst Giants
In the Wairarapa region of the North Island, the Putangirua Pinnacles make for a breathtaking hiking adventure. It was a moody, grey and drizzly day when we arrived at the…
Relaxing in Raglan – New Zealand’s surfer’s paradise
Looking for a place to slow down, connect to a small local scene, chase the waves or simply unwind on black sand beaches? This coffee-fuelled, surf town should be your…
The Mighty Hokianga
On the west coast of Northland sits another wonderful harbour, the Hokianga. Just like Whangaroa Harbour on the opposite coast, the Hokianga is a drowned river system, but was flooded…
Curiosities of the Catlins Coast
Have you ever road-tripped to the Catlins? Located in the wild southeast corner of New Zealand’s South Island, Alex Samuels shares the what, where, why and how. Remote and exposed,…
Castles in the Sand
There are certain places that seem to become indelibly printed in your mind when you first see them in a photograph. Landscapes so awe-inspiring and magical that they cannot be…
Lake Waikaremoana: exploring the sea of rippling waters
New Zealand, as we well know, is pretty blessed in the natural wonders department. It’s got snow capped mountains, beautiful beaches, and water for days. So choosing which places to…
Capital Views: tramping around Wellington
Feel the wind blow from wild ocean cliffs, see the South Island’s mountain peaks and truly enjoy this one-of-a-kind capital city. While to some visitors Wellington is simply a hub,…
Your Queenstown Travel Guide
Whether you like to take your adventures at a relaxing pace, or prefer something that’ll make your adrenalin race, Alex Samuels has got the lowdown on Queenstown’s world-famous outdoor scene.…
