Stewart Island is an absolute wonder, yet only a small percentage of international travellers actually visit it. It's a place that tends to get left out of itineraries, not least because it's a bit tricky to get there. But trust us: you won't be disappointed! Once you're there, you'll very quickly get used to a slower pace of life that characterises this region. Stewart Island is such a pristin...

If you're driving from Nelson to either Picton or Blenheim, it’s really worth taking the time to check out the Pelorus Bridge Scenic Reserve. This whole area offers a beautiful and fascinating look back to what much of the region was like before European settlement. There's ...

Planning a memorable holiday to any country is an art. Sure, there are some destinations where its very simple - you just focus on a few highlights.  Take France, for example - now that's relatively easy - you'll see the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre etc. But it gets a little harder to achieve the perfect plan when you have a lot of options in one country. New Zealand is such a place. As a...

New Zealand's a little country but you won't see it ALL in 2 weeks! Unless you are on unlimited time, you might be faced with having to make a choice between visiting the Bay of Islands or the Coromandel.  So if you gotta make the choice, Bay of Islands v Coromandel for the time-strapped traveller, read about these handy tips. HANDY HINT -> Read More