It’s finally time to plan your one week in Queenstown – but where to begin? This small town, tucked next to the Southern Alps, is packed full of endless adventures, good food, exciting activities, and luxurious moments. Around every corner is a breathtaking landscape, and within every cafe are friendly locals. Of course, there are a few must-do...
If you’re wondering if Rotorua is worth visiting then it’s a very simple answer- definitely. Stunning natural scenery, buckets of history and culture, all kinds of outdoor adventures, and some of the best R&R spots in New Zealand make Rotorua a must-see stop on New Zealand’s North Island. The city of Rotorua sits on the southern end of Lake...
New Zealand has a reputation for being expensive. Everything from fuel to the price of avocados is shocking to new arrivals, and with the average cost of a house in New Zealand now exceeding over NZ$1,000,000 (US$685,000), finding New Zealand’s cheapest places to live may sound like a fairy tale. However, if you dig a bit deeper, you’ll find not all of...
Considering a trip to the land of the hobbits, where seasons are opposite, and birds prefer to walk rather than fly? Of all New Zealand’s towns and cities, two are constantly topping the charts for the best places to visit and live. Sooner or later, you’ll come across the toughest decision, Queenstown vs Auckland. Making it even trickier to decide...
The question of Wellington or Auckland has been hanging around New Zealand for centuries. Not only was Auckland the original capital of New Zealand, to be replaced by Wellington, the two cities also compete ferociously in rugby, nature, and in being named the best New Zealand city to call home. Taking a closer look, even though Auckland is New Zealand’s largest...
The home of the kiwi is a land of pure drama from start to finish. Ranging from the Pacific Ocean to the Tasman Sea, across craggy mountains and lush rainforests, rolling tussock hills and remote beaches, NZ is a kaleidoscope of stunning natural wonders that you certainly won’t forget in a hurry. And there are some pretty dangerous places in New Zealand in the...
You might’ve heard the rumors before, that New Zealand isn’t just mind-blowingly beautiful, it’s also completely devoid of snakes. You can frolic through picturesque prairies and hike through dense forests to your heart’s desire without ever having to worry about coming across a snake. These rumors are true; there really are no snakes in New...
Dreaming of endless stretches of golden sand beaches, crystal clear waters, and ideal sunbathing weather? Look no further than these nine warmest places in New Zealand. Drenched in all-year sun with warm winters and pleasant summers, you’ll land yourself right in the middle of paradise. Located seemingly at the bottom of the world, next to Australia, New...
From the dramatic Milford Sound to the endless beaches of the North Island, it’s impossible not to think of breathtaking landscapes when you think of New Zealand. Yet, what surprises visitors the most is the unique and warm New Zealand culture and traditions. A melting pot of ethnicities, along with its location at the bottom of the world, has shaped New...
Ah, New Zealand…This nature lover’s dream comes topped by snow-capped mountains, dashed with rain-plumed coast jungles, carved by fjords, and roaring with white-water rivers. It’s also a haven for native wildlife. And we don’t just mean the charming kea parrots and the iconic kiwi bird, because there are also oodles of spiders in New Zealand...