Awesome Activities in Abel Tasman!
Golden sand beaches, lush native forest, marine wildlife… How are you going to explore it all? In this list, we’ll go through all the amazing things to d
Destinations
South Island
Have a Whale of a Time in Kaikoura!
The adventure in Kaikoura extends from the Inland and Seaward Kaikoura mountain ranges all the way out into the Pacific Ocean. One day, you could be hiking on top o
What’s a Backpacker to Do in the Beautiful Wanaka?
The autumn leaves reflecting off of the lake or the snow-capped mountains visible not so far in the distance makes Wanaka one of the most pictu
Natural Attractions in Golden Bay That Will Blow Your Mind!
Over the Takaka Hill lies a land full of weird and wonderful natural features. Limestone rocks have created natural mazes. Caves exist with
The Hidden Gems of the Canterbury Region
Stretched between snowcapped mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Canterbury is one of the largest regions in New Zealand. But the main focus on the area is only l
What to Do in Cromwell
Only 50 minutes from Queenstown, the little town of Cromwell is your alternative lakeside hotspot. Known for its fruit production, Cromwell is not only a great place to sample N
Why Visit the World Heritage Area of Haast
As the last (or first) port of call when leaving the West Coast of New Zealand, you could go more out with a bang than Haast. Haast is in the heart of the Te
Sun, Sand and Seals
It may be the smallest national park at 22,530ha (55,673 acres) but the Abel Tasman National Park is one of the most famous national parks in New Zealand. Once again, the New Zeala
A Place in the Sun
New Zealand’s sunniest city, Nelson gets the most hours of sun at an average of 2,500 hours per year. In turn, this brings a lot of farm jobs, especially in horticulture. This
Backpacking in the Canterbury Region of New Zealand
Stretching down the east coast of the South Island, Canterbury is made up of 10 districts making it the largest region in New Zealand. There’s
Tips for Backpackers in Christchurch
The city of Christchurch has found a second breath of life since the devastating 2011 earthquake. Artists have come out of the shadows and taken over the streets.
However You Relax, You Can Find it in Hanmer Springs
People’s idea of relaxing can be very different, but somehow Hanmer Springs caters to all. If your idea of a good timeout is soaking in a hot
Quirky South Canterbury Towns Worth Stopping By!
Away from the hustle and bustle of the New Zealand cities, South Canterbury is where you will find those more-Kiwi-then-Kiwi towns.
From the flat farmi
Things to Do in the Marlborough Sounds
Covering one-fifth of New Zealand’s coastline, the Marlborough Sounds is a mecca for all things coastal! As a haven for wildlife, a treat for landscape-lov
Penguins, Boulders, Penguins, Steampunk and Penguins
Have you ever dreamed of going to a place like Victorian England with penguins? Well, haven’t we all?! Oamaru provides with its grand 19th-ce