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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Find the Hidden Gems of the South Island
Adventures are not adventures until you get off the beaten track. Some of the South Island’s most mind-blowing features are in remote locations. It might
Go for a Stroll in Taranaki
We all know the feeling of arriving in a new city with an eagerness to explore but still keeping to our tight backpacker budgets. New Plymouth is one of those places with a
Where to Walk and Hike in Hokitika
Hokitika is a budget traveller’s dream; 23 free walks! You don’t have to pay for any skydives or bungy jumps to enjoy the surrounds of this West Coast to
You Thought That Rocks Were Boring? Think Again!
If you hadn’t noticed, landscapes are a pretty big deal in New Zealand. Just another fundamental part of that is some of the wacky and weird rock
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
Where to See Glowworms for Free in New Zealand
New Zealand’s most interesting maggots are not only found in the caves with a price tag. These native creatures can be found all over New Zealand,
The Hobbit Filming Locations You Can Actually Visit
You can’t travel all the way to New Zealand and not get your geek on by visiting The Hobbit filming locations. The locations are generally amo
The Must-Dos in Gisborne!
Every intrepid traveller wanting to explore New Zealand to its fullest makes a trip to the world’s easternmost city, Gisborne. The city is on the coast of the North Isl