Guides and Tips

I’ve always found Wanaka to be one of the best places for straight-up good eating when in South Island. That’s not astonishing, mind you – resort towns like this tend

The first time I went to a hot pool, I thought it was hotter than a habanero in a heat wave. But as the initial shock wore off, I discovered

Why don’t donuts ever get invited to tennis matches? Because they’re afraid of getting served!  Now that we’ve sweetened your day with a good laugh, onto a sweet treat: here

A few years ago, I had the privilege of visiting Hanmer Springs and had no clue of what there was to do in this small town.  However, after weeks of

Did you know that one of Christchurch’s famed restaurants—Boat Shed Cafe—used to be an actual boatshed? But don’t worry, here you won’t actually be eating on the water, so you

I still recall the time I first attempted to travel from Auckland to Wellington. I thought, “How hard could it be?” Little did I know, my innate sense of direction

Have you ever tried to have a picnic in the middle of a bustling city? Believe me, it’s not as fun as it sounds – and I’d know.  After all,

Sure, Rotorua might be known for its geysers and hot springs that “let off steam,” but just like a well-kept secret, when the sun goes down, this vibrant city truly

Why don’t Maori tribes in New Zealand ever get lost in the forest? Because in every direction they go, they always find a whānau tree (family tree)! Even today the

Did you know that every day, about 2 million tonnes of human waste are dumped into the world’s waterways? Pollution levels this high have terrible effects on natural ecosystems.  Even