New Zealand
8 reasons to book a last-minute school holiday getaway
Wow, 2020 has been a doozy, hey? Did you ever think you’d become an impromptu kindergarten teacher, sourdough expert and pandemic specialist all at once? Probably not. But however you’ve been coping with this truly crazy and unprecedented situation, there’s one thing we can all agree on – we could all really do with a …
6 essential tips for post-lockdown NZ travel
Local holidays are back on the agenda! And that’s awesome news, because some of us were starting to go a tad stir crazy. Has anyone else started having long, in-depth conversations with their pets? No? Okay, me neither. So, we know many of us are keen to get away. But how does travel work in …
QUIZ: Do you know Australia from New Zealand?
Heads up! While COVID-19 restrictions are being eased at different levels throughout Australia, we strongly recommend that all travellers seek further information about destinations and attractions before visiting, take extra care and follow all rules to ensure their own health and safety.
9 of the best family-friendly activities in NZ
It’s school holidays now and that means it’s the perfect time to make some amazing memories with the family. North Island, South Island, wherever you may be, this country is beautiful and it’s just waiting to be explored. So here are 9 of the best family-friendly activities in NZ. Insider tip: Due to COVID-19, some …
10 of NZ’s cosiest winter escapes
A roaring fire, a stunning cabin in the forest, snow fights, hot tubs. Sure, it might be cold outside but there’s loads to enjoy about winter in NZ ⛄🔥 From Karikari Peninsula in the north to Franz Josef Glacier in the south, here are 10 of New Zealand’s cosiest winter escapes. Auckland Castaways Resort Why …
Travel hacks! 18 cheap (or free!) things to do in New Zealand
There’s nothing better than a New Zealand getaway – unless it’s a New Zealand getaway on the cheap! (Who doesn’t love a bargain?!) These awesome 18 activities may be low in cost (or completely free!) but they’re priceless in value. 1. Create your own hot tub Visitors might pay Hanmer Springs’ NZD$25 entrance fee but …
Bargain breaks! NZ Easter getaways with freebies
What’s better than an awesome Easter getaway? Oh, nothing… except an awesome Easter getaway with freebies. We’ve rounded up amazing deals from some of our fave NZ hotels, motels and resorts. They all come with bonuses or upgrades and almost all of them are for travel over the Easter and school holiday period, but they’re …
Top 5 road trips out of Wellington
New Zealand is made for road trips and Wellington is an ideal launch pad for some of the best. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, and whether you’re looking for a one-day getaway or a week-long adventure, here are five of our fave driving trips starting from the capital. 1. Wellington to Cape Palliser – 280km …
5 of NZ’s most incredible road trips
The Land of the Long White Cloud might not be huge geographically speaking, but it sure crams plenty to do inside its borders. This makes NZ perfect for road trips, with everything from quick adventures along the coast to week-long treks from the North to the South. Here are five of our faves to put …
