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...

Hokitika has always had a certain small town charm. Up until recently, the surrounding area of Hokitika has remained fairly undiscovered by a lot of tourists. And to some extent, it still is. But travellers are beginning to find new and exciting attractions - like the Hokitika Gorge and the Southern Alps glaciers. It is actually quite hard to i...

There is quite a contrast in the activities that you can do in Fiordland. And if you base yourself in Te Anau, you can enjoy some top things to do in the Fiordland National Park. Try mixing and matching your adventures.  For example, if you are a serious hiker, a heli-hiking trip with Trips & Tramps to the Mt Luxmore Hut is a must-do. And if the weather is calm, you simply can't miss out on...