Updated: 14 May 2020 2020 has been a very strange year with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic which has affected countries all around the world. One thing that has really felt the impact has been sport. Whether it’s the professional sport we all love to watch on the TV or in the stands or …

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We’re a nation of many interests and passions and good music is definitely one of them. Soooo, we’ve pulled together a list of our favourite New Zealand music festivals to add to your yearly schedule with a range of sounds and styles to keep everyone happy! 1. Taupo Summer Concert Taupo is a place that …

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Is there anything better than a great food and wine festival? Gourmet food, quality wines and (in New Zealand’s case) picturesque settings. Just the mention of those things together brings a smile to your face. Since we’re all about the smiles, we thought we’d pull together a list of the best food and wine festivals …

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Arrowtown is one of New Zealand’s hidden gems. Located just a short 20 minute drive from Queenstown, it can often be overlooked in favour of thrill seeking in and around Queenstown, however those who do pay a visit are never disappointed. Arrowtown is the town that keeps on giving and there has never been a …

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If you’re sitting out home having just come out of the COVID-19 lockdown and are looking for some local holiday inspiration then look no further! We’ve found 10 great destinations within 3 hours drive of Auckland that you can pop into your schedule for a day trip, a weekend getaway or a longer! The Aucklanders …

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Te Anau is often just a blur out of the car window as people make their way to Milford Sound but for those who take the time to get out and take a breath, Te Anau is much more than the gateway to Fiordland National Park. It’s a hidden treasure that deserves more than a …

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With summer officially over, we start to look beyond the beaches and BBQs for things to do in New Zealand. Luckily, there’s a wide variety of events and activities going on and below are 6 of the best to go to in April. 1. CHRISTCHURCH FOOD SHOW   View this post on Instagram   A …

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Whether you’re a local or one of the many thousands of international visitors we welcome to our shores every year, one question that seems to get asked more frequently than any other when road-tripping throughout New Zealand (other than ‘are we nearly there yet?’!) is ‘Where shall we go for dinner tonight?’ Food dominates our …

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