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Updated: 21 March 2021 Stewart Island is one of New Zealand’s hidden gems and for those who make the trip to the deep, deep south, you will be rewarded with an experience quite unlike any other here in New Zealand. Whilst New Zealand is often known for its two islands, North and South, Stewart Island …

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Updated: 19 March 2021 That’s right people, the Queenstown Ski Season is nearly upon us. This is not a drill! Whilst summer here in New Zealand is what attracts so many visitors to our beautiful country, for many, winter’s where it’s at! At the heart of this is Queenstown. New Zealand’s adventure capital is also …

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As well as providing a wide range of super-helpful travel resources for anyone planning a trip around New Zealand, we also like to throw in the occasional posts packed full of useless facts! You never know when you might find yourself in a pub quiz wondering just how far it is from the top of …

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We’re lucky enough to be a great destination for so many things. Culture and scenery are a given but what’s sometimes missed is the delicious New Zealand food you can enjoy. With some amazing fresh seasonal produce and seafood and some seriously talented chefs, there are some great opportunities to dine well. Very well! Before …

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We all know New Zealand is world-famous for our amazing tourist attractions. From the stunning Milford Sound to the bubbling pools of Rotorua and towering peaks of the Southern Alps – we live in paradise. There are, however, some tourist attractions that aren’t so much beautiful but more… weird. This doesn’t make them any less …

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New Zealand has some stunning natural sights, geothermal and geological wonders, cultural experiences and adventure activities to visit but it also has some pretty amazing museums too. That’s why we’ve gone up and down the country to highlight the best museums in New Zealand that you can visit, no matter where your road trip takes …

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As a country completely surrounded by water, it’s no surprise that New Zealand has more than its fair share of lighthouses. From Cape Reinga at the tip of the North Island to Waipapa in the Deep South, you’ll find them dotted all around New Zealand’s stunning coastline. For those of you who love a good …

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Updated: 18 September 2020 There aren’t too many destinations like Wanaka in New Zealand, or anywhere in the world for that matter. We say this because it’s pretty much the perfect holiday destination. Picturesque, peaceful and with plenty of things to see and do. As we head towards the summer months, there has never been …

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