Things to Do in Hamilton on a Budget
Built along the mighty Waikato River, Hamilton is the largest city in the Waikato region. Although there are some great job opportunities in and around the city fo
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Free Things to Do on Stewart Island (and a Few Cheap Things Too)
The great thing about Stewart Island is that, of course, it is a stunning off-the-beaten-track location and furthest south you’re
Explore the Waitomo Area on a Budget
With caving, abseiling, black water rafting, climbing, glowworm boat tours, it’s pretty easy to spend your backpacker budget in the fascinating Waitomo Caves
Experience Akaroa on a Budget
It’s true, Akaroa is a small town packed with activities: dolphin swimming, sailing cruises, wildlife tours and more! However, when you’re staying a while in
Enjoy Whanganui on a Budget
Sometimes people forget that Whanganui is on the coast with the magnificent Whanganui River passing through it. Whanganui is a significant settlement in New Zealand’s
Enjoy Napier on a Budget
You don’t have to break the bank to have an awesome time in the city of Napier. Napier is a city home to and surrounded by free natural attractions, walks, museums and t
The Best Things to Do in Palmerston North on a Budget
When it comes to travelling on a budget, there couldn’t be a better city than Palmerston North. With free parks, gardens, walkways, museums
Whakatane on a Budget
On the Bay of Plenty coast overlooking New Zealand’s only active marine volcano, Whakatane is a stunning town to spend a while. The mix of long-stretching beaches, rugged c
Enjoy Manawatu on a Budget
Fancy a healthy mix of forests, farms and small Kiwi towns? Then Manawatu is your place! The North Island region has many features well worth exploring. Better yet, we can t
Explore Hastings on a Budget
In the heart of the sunny Hawke’s Bay region of the North Island, Hastings is definitely one for the itinerary! While its neighbouring city, Napier, gets all the att
Free Things to Do in Gisborne
You don’t have to blow a whole lot of cash to have a good time in Gisborne. The Eastland city has many attractions from it’s awesome beachfront to its rich cu
Things to Do in New Brighton on a Budget
The seaside suburb in Christchurch is known for one thing: SURF! This is where all the surfers of the city come to get their fix after work or during their day
Kaikoura on a Budget
We get it! In between the dolphin swims, whale watch cruises and eating plates of crayfish, doing things in Kaikoura can get a little pricey. Give your wallet a break by also spen
Find Free (and Cheap) Activities in Hanmer Springs
A destination branded as a “spa resort town” doesn’t exactly evoke images of affordability, but you’ll be surprised. Hanmer S
Free (and Cheap) Activities in Oamaru
Even on a budget, you’ll have an inspiring, interesting and, admittedly, quite bizarre, experience of Oamaru. Just wandering the Victorian Precinct of this