Where to Book Activities in New Zealand
New Zealand is a country where you “do stuff”. There’s so much to do, from skydives and bungy jumps to wine tours and hot pools. With a huge s
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“One of the Greatest Threats to Our Natural Environment”
Something that shocks travellers when they arrive in the wonderful wildlife-filled country of New Zealand is that the Kiwis have a
Easy Barbecue Meals for Travellers
Summer in New Zealand often means cooking on the barbecue. Campsites, most hostels, holiday parks… They all have them! So why not give these effortless barbecu
Watching Penguins in New Zealand
Penguins are some of the most exciting wildlife to observe in New Zealand. There are around six different species of penguins in New Zealand, with the most common bein
Quick Facts About the Glowworms in New Zealand
One of the most fascinating and magical wildlife to see in New Zealand is the glowworm. Arachnocampa luminosa, more commonly known as glowworms, decorate
See Sea Lions, Penguins and Dolphins in The Catlins.
The Catlins is a nature-lovers’ paradise. This spectacular stretch of coastline along the southeast of the South Island is home endangered ma
Is There Really a Rivalry Between New Zealand and Australia?
Well, kind of. The rivalry between the two nations separated by the Tasman Sea is often described as a “sibling rivalry”, where
Kia Ora!
New Zealand has three official languages: English, New Zealand sign language and Maori, more commonly known as te reo Maori (or Māori if we are being perfectionists).
English may dominate th
New Zealand Radio Stations
Yes, radio is still alive in New Zealand and going strong with almost 30 radio networks and countless local stations. There’s a station for almost anything, serving Ne
Fun Things to Know About the Waitomo Caves
Sure, the Waitomo Caves look impressive with their crazy rock formations and grottos of glowworms, but their history, discovery and inhabitants mean that the
Travelling as a Vegetarian in New Zealand
In a country where dairy farming is its main industry and where hunting and fishing are part of the Kiwi lifestyle, it’s hard to imagine that travelling
What is the New Zealand Currency?
The unit of currency in New Zealand is the New Zealand Dollar, often seen written as “NZD” or “NZ$”. This guide to New Zealand currency will g