The Top Activities, Attractions and Tours in Milford Sound
The “Eighth Wonder of the World” is often seen as the most picturesque place in a country. Where do you begin knowing what is the
Destinations
South Island
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
The Must-Dos in Westport: A Cool Coastal Town on the West Coast
The oldest town of the West Coast of the South Island, Westport is rich in history and boasts epic natural landscapes to explore on all
Tips for Visiting 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. Many t
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
The Must-Dos in Queenstown
You may have heard that Queenstown is the “Adventure Capital of New Zealand”, but there’s far more to the alpine town than throwing yourself off bridges an
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
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
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