Blog
-
Queenstown by foot, water and air: top 15 things to do
If New Zealand has a crown jewel, Queenstown takes the spot, and for good reason. Tucked into the heart of Central Otago, it’s the kind of place that makes you want to amble in awe, whether that’s down its cobbled streets, through surrounding native bush and towering mountain ranges, or across a world class golf…
-
The Complete Guide to New Zealand’s National Parks
New Zealand may be just a wee place, but it sits proudly at the top of many bucket lists around the world. People flock with wide eyes, hiking boots and cameras, eager to relish in it all, but this hasn’t always been the case. Like most countries with a history of colonisation, plenty of the…
-
Things to Do in Rotorua and Why it’s called RotoVegas
A trip to Rotorua (or Rotovegas as it’s fondly known by New Zealanders) will take you to another planet. Alive with bubbling, steaming geothermal activity, the place literally feels like Mars, and on top of the inside-a-crater-of-a-volcano feeling, Rotorua is also an absolute gold mine of exploration and adventure. Whether you’re after a soak in…
-
Ski Touring in New Zealand – What Do You Need and How to Prepare
For an alien paying a visit to earth, witnessing a group of humans going ski touring would (if they had any shadow of a doubt) confirm suspicions that we are absolutely mad. It involves attaching planks of wood to our feet, walking them uphill in zig zigs, stopping (a lot) to adjust gear, and finally,…
-
New Zealand’s National Dish (plus other weird and wonderful Kiwi foods)
Does New Zealand actually have a national dish? As the Italians proudly pound their pizza dough, and the Mexicans make tacos in their sleep, New Zealanders are a little let self-assured about their national dish. It’s understandable, too – New Zealand is a young country, with both indigenous and colonial influence, busy cities and sleepy…
-
Your complete Guide to Bungee Jumping in New Zealand: Where,When, How
If your mates all jumped off a bridge with a cord wrapped around their legs, would you do it? Well, in New Zealand, world renowned home of bungy, you probably would. One of human kind’s stranger inventions, the bungy (also spelt bungee) is both crazy and unfathomably alluring. Peer over your feet, ask yourself again…
-
The Ultimate Guide to New Zealand Kayaking
Step aside Lord of the Rings, New Zealand has got a new claim to fame: the humble kayak. As an island country surrounded by sea and threaded with beautiful lakes and rivers, there’s no better way to experience New Zealand than from the water. Float across the crystal clear waters of the Abel Tasman, over…
-
The Official Guide to Rock Climbing in Auckland
Ahh Auckland, the City of Sails. It’s known for its gorgeous beaches, cosmopolitan vibe and delicious food, but for those looking for a little more adventure, the biggest smoke in New Zealand is actually home to some awesome rock climbing spots. If you’re after indoor climbing, Auckland offers a chance for everyone to chalk up…
-
New Zealand’s Hot Music Scene
When you geographically isolate a group of people on a couple of islands in the Pacific, something magical can happen. Of course, planes and boats can still reach New Zealand (and have for years) but that hasn’t stopped the music here from developing its own unique, diverse sound. Influenced by jazz, blues, rock n roll,…