My (New Zealand) Year in Travel 2020

I always look forward to writing these posts at the end of each year, reflecting on my year in travel, the highlights, positive experiences, favourite moments and memories.

25 Travel Christmas Gift Ideas 2020

Somehow 2020 was simultaneously the slowest and fastest year yet and December has crept up on us out of nowhere. If you're still trying to ponder thoughtful gifts for your loved ones and get that last-minute Christmas shopping over with already, here's some inspiration for the travel-obsessed and those that just can't wait to travel again as. soon. as. possible.

Top Things To Do in Martinborough, NZ Weekend Guide

Martinborough is a charming town in the Wairarapa, famous in New Zealand for its surrounding world-class vineyards, most within walking or cycling distance from the village square. As well as the picturesque wineries surrounded by rolling green hills, it's packed with colonial charm and some great foodie spots serving up gourmet local cuisine. 

Life Update: Moving to Wellington!

Hello, my lovely blog readers. I thought I would share a bit of a life update. I didn't get around to writing any blog posts last month as I was a bit busy moving back to my favourite city in the North Island, Wellington!

Cape Palliser: the rugged end of the North Island, NZ | Day Trip Guide

Cape Palliser is a stunning part of New Zealand off the beaten track. Surrounded by spectacular rugged coastline, it's home to the Putangirua Pinnacles, a historic lighthouse, charming fishing towns, black sand beaches and seal colonies.

It's the southernmost point of the North Island, and fun fact, it's even further south than Nelson and Blenheim in the South Island. It's an epic day trip from Wellington, the Wairarapa or Manawatu regions.

A Grape Escape in the Hawkes Bay | Napier Weekend Guide

Napier in the sunny Hawkes Bay, is a stunning coastal city with a lot to offer, including art deco, history, good food, beautiful nature and of course the many world-class wineries in the region.

Top 10 Things to do in Rotorua | Travel Guide

Rotorua is a must-visit destination on any New Zealand North Island road trip, known for its unique geothermal activity, beautiful nature, Maori culture and history. There is also an abundance of fun activities on offer - like Queenstown is the adventure capital of the South Island, Rotorua is the adventure capital of the North.

Best of the Bay of Islands: 48-hour Paihia Travel Guide

Three hours north of Auckland in the Northland region, the sub-tropical Bay of Islands is a spectacular destination to visit year-round. It's known for the history of first European settlement in New Zealand and its stunning natural beauty.