Whenever we travel up North to the Bay of Islands, we are always on the lookout for the best boutique Bay of Island accommodation places. Even when we regularly visit, there always seems to be something new for travellers like us to see.  Yet again, we are reminded that the Northland region is a total destination all...

Are you going to choose the overnight option to do the Kepler Track Te Anau walk?  If you are, then I would recommend that you walk the route going anti-clockwise. Now if like me, you only have a few hours for a day walk, either direction will give you a great walk through nature.  So if you are running short of time, why not try this 2-hour option.  You can start in the morning from the Lake T...

There are stunning regions in New Zealand. In tourism terms, some of these regions could be described as 'underdeveloped'. But believe, if you are a serious travellers you will probably agree that this is a good thing. Because if any area is 'underdeveloped, you will get to be away from mass market tourism and those populated hot spots. This is where the beautiful rural 'King Country' of the

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Travel Hints for a New Zealand Vacation - Travel Insurance

Looking for Travel Hints for a New Zealand Vacation?  If you are, then it's probably time to ask yourself a few questions. For example, what happens when get sick and you need medical assistance. Amazingly,  some travellers don't bother with travel insurance. They see it as an unnecessary costs? Believe me, it is not.  The tim...