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New Zealand is an amazing place for visitors with so many tourist-friendly activities. We’ve covered pretty much all of them in our blog, city and activity guides and trip itineraries but one thing we’ve never really looked at before is family-friendly activities in New Zealand…until now! A trip to New Zealand is very popular with …

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Slang is as old as the hills. No matter which country you are visiting, you will always be faced with that awkward situation where you have no idea what someone is talking about. New Zealand is no different. Kiwi slang can be confusing when you first arrive. Knowing your ‘bros’ from your ‘cuzzies’, your hot …

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One of the most mesmerising things to experience in New Zealand is Kaikoura’s whale watching season. Every year, these wondrous creatures journey to this special part of the world to the delight of locals and visitors alike. As fans ourselves, we thought we’d put together this little guide so you can get the most out …

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How lucky are we to live in paradise? Not only is New Zealand an amazing place to visit during the warm summer months, but it also delivers some serious winter vibes as well. Whilst our pristine beaches, stunning lakes and warm waters may be well publicised, those who choose to venture to our shores in the …

7 Winter Destinations That Will Make You Fall in Love with New Zealand Read More »

As we head into the winter once more, a small debate broke out amongst the team about the seasons in New Zealand and the best time to visit NZ. There were some strong opinions though about the best time to visit New Zealand. The skiers and snowboarders amongst the team were fighting hard for winter …

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If you are planning a trip to New Zealand and looking for adventure activities, make sure you add jet boating to your list. Not only does New Zealand have some of the best jet boating in the world, but we were also responsible for inventing what has become one of the most exciting and thrilling …

9 best places for Jet Boating in New Zealand! Read More »

Looking for a rundown of the best events in New Zealand this March? You’ve come to the right place. There are some great things happening throughout New Zealand as we officially move into autumn (shhhh don’t tell anyone though as we’re still clinging on to summer!). March is one of the best times of the …

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When it comes to New Zealand landmarks, the first things that spring to mind are places like the Skytower or Harbour Bridge in Auckland or maybe our highest mountain, Aoraki Mt Cook. Tourist attractions such as Milford Sound, the bungy jumps in Queenstown or the bubbling thermal pools of Rotorua are all extremely popular New …

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