At the far end of (Middle) Earth lies what Lonely Planet has long referred to as “the coolest little capital.” Wellington, New Zealand, capital of this tiny island country, packs a punch that a lot of visitors tend to skip in favour of Taupo and Queenstown.
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The World’s Most Amazing Wine Destinations
It’s an oenophile’s dream to taste favourite vintages on their own terroir. As a lover of food and wine myself, I’m experienced when it comes to enjoying the world’s best wine regions. (It’s a tough job, but I’ll go to great lengths to ensure time well spent for my travellers.) Wine and food go hand in hand with exceptional travel experiences. When you book with an experienced travel advisor, you are guaranteed to have an amazing time from start to finish.
What’s the Best Way to Get Around New Zealand?
What’s the best way to get around New Zealand? A private car is the ultimate, but there are other ways to explore Middle Earth too. Learn how to get around NZ by train, bus, and ferry.
destinations: Ultimate New Zealand Guide
Consistently ranked as a top adventure destination, well-known for wine and for hobbits, New Zealand ranks somewhere on almost everyone’s bucket lists. While long a backpacker destination, New Zealand now also has a cult following of luxury travellers. Many of them stay in one or more of the 30+ luxury lodges, enjoy helicopter flights over…
Why You Need to Plan a Romantic Getaway in New Zealand
New Zealand might be halfway around the world for many of us, but it’s consistently ranked as one of the best destinations for honeymoons and romantic getaways. Why should you plan a romantic getaway in New Zealand? It’s got incredible food and wine, great scenery, exciting and exclusive adventures, and some of the coolest five…
on the road: martinborough wineries
A mere hour and a half from Wellington, New Zealand’s CBD, is one of the country’s least known wine regions, the Wairarapa. The main town, the small village of Martinborough, exudes colonial charm and sophistication. Shielded from harsh southerlies by a range of hills, Wairarapa wineries produce elegant Sauvignon Blancs, Pinot Noirs, and more. This…
nineteen months abroad: my top eleven “how cool” moments
Nineteen months abroad means that I get to share with you my top eleven moments from the last year and a half. I already gave you my top fifteen New Zealand moments, and some of that will make a reappearance on this list but expect plenty of new highlights, from the lush jungle of Ubud…
nineteen months abroad: the people i met
It’s not easy to leave home with nothing but a backpack, but luckily along the way I’ve made some incredible memories with people. Because I so rarely mention any friends on this blog, I thought that heading home warranted a post that highlighted some of the people I met during my travels. These incredible souls…
ten reasons to visit new zealand
If you haven’t figured it out yet, I kind of love New Zealand. It reminds me of Scotland, but it’s also kind of a microcosm of the US. New Zealand is a country of jagged mountains, lush green hills, captivating beaches, and iridescent waters. There are thousands of reasons to visit this fascinating island nation,…
a brush with spontaneity: sailing in the bay of islands, part two
If you missed part one about sailing in the Bay of Islands, check it out here. Monday morning, the start of Christmas week, dawned bright and early with us moving anchorages to the other side of Mimiwhangata Bay, to a spot later populated by several fishing boats. The night before, during our solstice-party planning party,…