Explore NZ Travel Blog

Updated – 24 May 2020 Cardrona is known throughout New Zealand for its renowned Alpine Resort and its awesome ski area. While the resort is world-class and the skiing on Mount Cardona, equally so, there are plenty of other great things to see and do there. To help you make the most out of your […]

There’s no getting away from it. No matter where you go in New Zealand, people are out with their phones, cameras, tablets – anything that will take that perfect shot and deliver you the most likes, shares, comments and double taps! Instagram has changed the way we see the world. For those who are not […]

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 […]

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 […]

New Zealand movies have always punched above their weight winning fans here and all over the world. We thought we’d share some of our favourite kiwi films along with the places where they were filmed so you can visit the locations and relive the magic! 1. Lord of the Rings We begin with the biggest […]

Tipping is one of life’s conundrums. Wherever you travel in the world, there is always that awkward moment when you’re not 100% sure whether you should leave a tip or not. Here in New Zealand, tipping is definitely not expected in any sector but like most places, if you receive some truly outstanding service, a […]

Nothing is more soothing, relaxing and mesmerising than gazing upon a magnificent waterfall. Luckily, the City of Sails has a number of spectacular waterfalls, all within about an hour’s drive of the CBD (where you can pick up your Auckland car rental!). “DO go chasing waterfalls with your family, mates or team with an easy […]

On the sunny East Coast of the North Island, you’ll find the coastal city of Napier and a popular tourist destination in New Zealand. We thought we’d talk about our favourite things to do in Napier so you can start planning your next trip there! 1. Art Deco Guided Walks One of the most devastating […]