If you love spotting the local wildlife when you travel, then Kaikoura should be at the top of your New Zealand South Island itinerary. Situated at the northern end of the South Island, this coastal …
Where to see seals in Kaikoura New Zealand
Australasia
Kangaroo Dundee – An Australian Hero
Today’s post was partly inspired by the new series of Kangaroo Dundee which aired on BBC2 this evening, but also the WordPress weekly photo challenge with the theme: admiration. When I visited Australia last October, the …
Hot Water Beach New Zealand – Tourist Trap or Must See?
Hot Water Beach is one of the most famous beaches in New Zealand. It is often listed as a guide book ‘must-do’ due to the hot water bubbling through the sand, where if you dig …
Best Beaches in The Coromandel New Zealand
One of my favourite stops on our New Zealand road trip was The Coromandel Peninsula on the east coast of the North Island. Around two and a half hours drive from Auckland, no north island …
3 fast food burgers you must try in New Zealand
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again – New Zealand make the best burgers I’ve ever tasted. Infact I don’t think I’ve ever eaten so many in the space of three and a …
Fire Dancing in Fiji
During our brief visit to Fiji, we were lucky enough to watch some spectacular cultural dance shows put on by the uber talented staff on the island where we were staying – Robinson Crusoe Island. …
Unusual Things to do in Wanaka
Nestled right on the edge of one of New Zealand’s most spectacular lakes, Wanaka was one of the absolute highlights of our South Island road trip. Most travellers treat this serene lakeside town as a …