Natural (and Free) Things to Do in Eastland
Nature has packed a lot into the Eastland region of the North Island, also known as the East Coast or Gisborne region. In the most inland part of the region
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Where to Get a Cheap Meal in Taupo
Although we always encourage you to cook meals for yourself in your hostel to save money on food while travelling in New Zealand, sometimes the lure of cafes, bars a
Where to Get a Cheap Meal in Wellington
We know, we know, you can save so much more money on food by cooking in your hostel. But what if one night, you don’t want to cook? What if the alluring s
How to Find Free or Cheap Ski or Snowboard Gear in NZ
The Southern Hemisphere ski season is fast approaching and you intend to make the most of that good white stuff! (We mean snow, for God’s sa
Where to Find the Nelson Vineyards
There are many reasons to love the Nelson region in New Zealand. The obvious one is for its sunny climate. This, mixed with the weathered gravels of an ancient river
Where to Go Sailing in New Zealand
“A sailor is an artist whose medium is the wind.” Webb Chiles. All sailing quotes aside to set the mood… with more coastline than mainland USA, the
Taste Your Way Around New Zealand’s Wineries
Making great wine is a passion for many New Zealanders. With nine winemaking regions, there is no doubt that you will find yourself passing by vineya
The Must-Do Activities for Backpackers in New Zealand
New Zealand is the country for bucket list activities! Not only will you tick off those once-in-a-lifetime adventure activities, but you’ll
Which Multi-day Hikes in New Zealand Have Free Accommodation?
So you’ve heard the news: multi-day hikes in New Zealand aren’t cheap. The appeal of hiking is how it puts the “freeR
The Best Hot Pools in New Zealand
New Zealand has a bit of a reputation for full-on adventuring, hiking and adrenaline activities. But what about the “me” time? Where can you go in New Zea