Appellation Wine Tours with a great guide is pretty much what you would expect in Central Otago.  After all this region is famous for its wine, especially Pinot Noir. And with Read More

If you are visiting the North Island, it really does make sense to include travelling the Waikato region. And this is because the Waikato lies between Rotorua and Auckland (read more on those travel blogs). And for travellers, you will hav...

Exploring Taranaki - New Plymouth Attractions is all about getting off the usual touristy route.  That, and having a relaxed breakfast overlooking a beautiful garden, has to be one of life's greatest pleasures.

Hosking House B&B in New Plymouth

For this very reason, we chose to stay at Hosking House...

Most international travellers to New Zealand, will arrive in the City of Auckland. And after a long flight, it is a good idea to get out and explore the city, before you get that well earned sleep.  If you love boutique tours - or a private tour for just the two of you, then Auckland walking tours with Read More

If you are travelling the North Island between the Rotorua and Taupo region, you will probably visit some of the many geothermal locations there. Visiting Orakei Korako Thermal Valley is such a great option, especially if you want to get away from the main highways and mass tourism. The Orakei Valley is about 23 kms inland from state highway 5. So it is definitely worth a detour, as there are f...