Get Ridiculously Far Off the Beaten Track!
New Zealand’s fourth populated island is about 788km (490 miles) away from the North Island! The only way to get there is by bottlenose dolphin. We jes
Destinations
South Pacific Islands
Where the Beaches are Something of a Dream but are Nothing Compared to the Marine Life!
While doing your trip Down Under, why not visit some of the paradise islands of the South Pacific? With many isl
Things to Do in Fiji for Backpackers
While taking a gap year in New Zealand or as your next destination after New Zealand, Fiji is an awesome South Pacific island choice for backpackers. Considered to
Visit the Cook Islands from New Zealand!
Visit New Zealand’s tropical brother, the Cook Islands! The Cook Islands are just a 4-hour flight away from New Zealand, giving backpackers the perfect e
Where the Power of the Earth and Cultures Meet
If culture is what you are looking for in the South Pacific, then Vanuatu is your match. With a rich history dating back to 2000 BC, Vanuatu has the most
Visit Samoa from New Zealand!
You haven’t travelled to Samoa while being in New Zealand? Don’t miss the opportunity! This South Pacific group of 10 islands is just under a 4-hour relativel
Backpacking in New Caledonia
While on a gap year in New Zealand, why not have yourself an island holiday within your holiday on the island paradise of New Caledonia?! Only a 2h30min flight from Auckla
Next Stop, Australia!
When you’re backpacking or doing a holiday in a land down under, you might as well visit New Zealand’s neighbour, Australia. Not only is Australia a super popular bac
Next Stop, New Caledonia!
The South Pacific is a place that many people only get to experience once in their lives, especially if you are from the Northern Hemisphere. After exploring New Zealand, don
Travelling to Tuvalu
The world’s smallest country is the destination for the free-spirited traveller! Made up of nine islands, Tuvalu is located just below the equator between the island nations
Guide to the South Pacific Islands
“Where to next?” is on almost every backpackers’ mind when it comes to the end of their trip to New Zealand. When you have ventured so far to the S
Which South Pacific Islands are Great for Backpackers?
Often when you hear about the South Pacific Islands, you think of luxurious paradise holidays that are well out of reach for backpackers. Well, t
How to Plan a Trip to Niue
Niue: it’s the world’s largest raised coral atoll, the world’s first Dark Sky Nation, and one of the world’s least-visited countries. For anyone trav
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Everything You Need to Know About Planning a Holiday in Hawaii from New Zealand
Jutting out of the deep blue Pacific Ocean, the islands of Hawaii offer an exciting, relaxing and simply breathtaking de