Monthly Archives: April 2012

Jaffa rolling and gut-busting exercise on the world’s steepest street

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 If there’s one thing you can’t deny it’s that New Zealanders have a sense of humour. Given a 200 metre slope with a 38% gradient thanks to town planners in London in the 19th century who had no idea of … Continue reading

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Take control – fly a helicopter

For anyone who has ever dreamed of soaring vertically up into the wild blue yonder, rotor blades thudding overhead and you at the controls of a helicopter, this is your chance to realise that dream. Ardmore Helicopters, based at Ardmore … Continue reading

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Surfing

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Surfing in New Zealand offers consistent waves, spectacular scenery and un-crowded beaches, the perfect playground for first timers, enthusiasts or those in search of fun in remote locations. With over 6000km of exposed coastline, New Zealand’s beaches offer surfing all-year … Continue reading

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Hot Air Ballooning – a bird’s eye view

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No matter how slowly you drive, you never really get a full appreciation of the landscape around you. Even a hike up a high mountain will not give you a view of the full extent of the beauty and splendour … Continue reading

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Brancott Estate World of WearableArt Awards Show – a truly WOW experience

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Since its humble beginnings in Nelson, the Brancott Estate World of WearableArt Awards Show has been WOWing audiences from all around the world. Started in a tent by Dame Suzie Moncrieff in 1987, the show quickly became one of New … Continue reading

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