Hahei is a sleepy beach town on the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island and a beloved local vacation spot. Despite its small size, this idyllic village is home to one of New Zealand’s most iconic landmarks, Cathedral Cove, a soaring chalk-white stone archway. In addition, Hahei offers a myriad of activities for vacationers, …
Just a short ferry ride from Auckland lies the captivating Waiheke Island. Known for its picturesque vineyards, golden beaches, and expensive yet bohemian charm, this enchanting island has been dubbed “the Hamptons of New Zealand.” Whether you’re looking for a boozy day trip of wine tasting at one of the island’s 30 wineries or a …
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The Otago Central Rail Trail is a bucket-list experience on the South Island and New Zealand’s original Great Ride. This 152 km trail weaves across Central Otago between Clyde and Middlemarch, taking cyclists on a spectacular journey through former gold-mining towns along an old railway route. Your cycling adventure will take you past picturesque livestock …
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If you’re looking for your next New Zealand roundtrip adventure, look no further than the Catlins. Located along the Southern Scenic Route, a highway that connects Dunedin, Invercargill, Te Anau, and Queenstown, this stretch of coastline offers spectacular scenery and wildlife sightings. Nestled between Dunedin and Invercargill, the Catlins are renowned for golden beaches, lush …
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When most people think of New Zealand, the snow-capped mountains and rugged terrain from The Hobbit trilogy and a Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc may spring to mind. While these hallmarks of New Zealand’s South Island have their merits, the North Island boasts impressive accolades also, from geothermal wonderland, glow worm caves, surfing the coast, and kayaking …
New Zealand is renowned for its diverse, scenic landscape and outdoor culture. When asking a local what people here do for fun, he responded simply, “Go outside, do some sport.” And what better way to combine fitness and the beautiful outdoors than hiking? NZ boasts some of the most impressive hiking tracks in the world, …