Explore NZ Travel Blog

One of the most unique attractions to visit in New Zealand can be found in Oamaru, a small east coast town in the South Island with a population of around 14,000. It’s not a place you might ordinarily expect to find an attraction showcasing a very specific form of sub-culture, but then again, New Zealand […]

The national parks of Aoraki Mount Cook and Westland Tai Poutini are some of the most remarkable and breath-taking areas of natural wilderness in the world. Every year, visitors from all around the globe make the journey to experience the pristine and picturesque parks up close and personal by way of walks, hikes, skiing etc. […]

What is Glamping? The glamping phenomenon has been around for a while now but just in case you’ve missed it, we thought we’d quickly cover the fundamentals. To put it simply, glamping is camping without all the discomfort! It’s a way to experience natural, isolated and untamed parts of the world in the way in […]

If you’re heading to New Zealand any time soon, you’re definitely spoilt when it comes to the opportunity to see some amazing wildlife. Whether you’re on the coast checking out the whales and dolphins or inland hunting for the elusive Kiwi bird, we’ve got some pretty amazing opportunities. One of the best is Willowbank Wildlife […]

Everybody knows that New Zealand is the home of the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies. It’s no secret that Peter Jackson chose New Zealand as the perfect destinations to represent Middle-Earth and there are some great posts covering some of the most famous filming locations. We have indeed covered this very popular topic […]

What is Footprints Waipoua? Footprints Waipoua is 1 of 2 NZ and 84 GLOBAL Lonely Planet Code Green Experiences of a Lifetime. This tour company led by knowledgeable local Maori guides who share the stories and secrets of the magical and wondrous Waipoua Forest. Visitors universally rave about the intimate, interactive and informative tours which make […]

Wake Wanaka You may have seen people doing this, but chances are you haven’t tried it yourself, with good reason. It looks very hard and maybe even a little dangerous? The truth is it’s very fun and in the right hands easier than it looks and extremely safe too! That’s where Wake Wanaka come in […]

New Zealand is an awesome place to live and work. So many people come here on holiday, fall in love with the place and eventually move back here to live and work. But how do you ensure that your move to New Zealand is a success? It can be difficult to capture that holiday magic. […]