Travelling the scenic route from Nelson to Kaikoura is easily one of the most beautiful. For sheer drama and beauty, the Kaikoura Ranges honestly rival The Remarkables in Queenstown. The best part? You're far more likely to have it all to yourself! We took the SH1 Road via sunny Nelson - through the wine country of Read More

Fiordland National Park is New Zealand's largest national park, spanning almost 13,000 square kilometres in the southwest corner of the South Island. Pretty much every visitor to New Zealand will visit here during their travels. As a place of such extraordinary beauty, it's not hard to understand why! https://youtu.be/r2CcNL0luSA Fiordland could well be known as the 'hiki...

New Zealand has nine so-called 'Great Walks', a set of premier tramping tracks which are given special recognition by the Department of Conservation. These walks are world-famous for their spectacular scenery and accessibility, designed to suit all fitness levels. The most famous of them all is the majestic Routeburn Track, located near Queenstown in New Zealand's South Island. This is a multi-...

We all know that New Zealand is home to more than its fair share of weekend getaway destinations. Visitors to these shores really are spoiled for choice! But if you are travelling through the South Island, Hanmer Springs is really one to put on the books if you want to get a little pampering and relaxation. If you’re wanting to break up your road trip and unwind for a few days, this is one of t...