Taupō is a popular spot on the New Zealand tourist trail. There isn’t much to do in the town itself, but Taupō sits on the shore of a massive lake. Lake Taupō was formed by one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history. Unsurprisingly, therefore, things to do around Taupō Read more…
New Zealand certainly isn’t short of beautiful gardens. It has so many that a ‘top ten’ list would be quite impossible to write. Instead, here’s a list of ten gardens that I thought were really nice. Each one would make a lovely addition to any trip around New Zealand. 1) Read more…
Yes, it’s true. Some parts of New Zealand are so beautiful you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d wandered into a fantasy story. No wonder so many fantasy films and television series are shot here. Here’s a list of the top ten… List compiled by Abigail Simpson
Looking for a relaxed holiday in the New Zealand of the good old days? You could spend a few days in Taranaki. Taranaki, or ‘the Naki’, is a beautifully green region of the North Island, jutting out into the wild Tasman Sea. It’s dominated by a stunning, snow-capped volcano and Read more…
New Zealand is a very outdoorsy nation. Bush walks are a big thing. The Department of Conservation maintains nine ‘Great Walks’ in different places around the country, but they all take a few days to do. I like walks I can do in less than a day. Happily, New Zealand Read more…
I’m a huge fan of Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings films. Living in New Zealand, I’ve visited a great many of the filming locations. Frankly, they’re worth seeing even if you’re not a Lord of the Rings fan – their sheer beauty is unsurpassed. People from all over globe flock to them, and Read more…
New Zealand is one of the most secular countries in the world. Less than half of the population identify as Christian, according to the 2013 census. Almost as many people declare no religion at all, and even of those who say they are Christian, only about 15% actually go to Read more…
Chances are you’ve heard the words ‘crazy’ and ‘Kiwi’ in the same sentence. This is because New Zealanders are insane. No concern for personal safety, they throw themselves headlong into their obsessions, combining inherent ingenuity with mad optimism. Kiwis can conquer the world with a piece of number 8 wire, Read more…
If you’re planning on coming to New Zealand for a self-drive holiday, or you want to buy a campervan in New Zealand, this is a list you need to read. Here are ten things you should know about driving in New Zealand: New Zealand has a lot of unsealed roads. Read more…
New Zealand is a country made up of islands, which means there’s a beach in every direction. Choosing the ‘Top 10 Best New Zealand Beaches’ was difficult to say the least. In the end, I largely ignored popular opinion and went with my heart. Have a read and tell me what you Read more…