Climbing a volcano: Mt Tarawera, New Zealand
Volcanoes have a foreboding presence – when will they come to life again? The landscapes on Mt Tarawera near Rotorua were nothing short of stunning.
Category: New Zealand
Tramping time on the Tarawera Trail
The Tarawera Trail, near Rotorua in New Zealand’s North Island, is a 15km hike with stunning views and even a hot spring! A fantastic hike for a sunny day.
What’s the best ski field in New Zealand’s South Island?
After skiing at all four ski fields near Queenstown and Wanaka in NZ’s South Island, we’ve given each of them a rating – see which one we think is best!
Up, up & away! A New Zealand scenic flight to Milford Sound
One of the best ways to see New Zealand is from the seat of a little plane on a scenic flight. Go from Wanaka to Milford Sound – you won’t be disappointed!
Freedom camping in New Zealand – the do’s and don’t’s
Freedom camping is seen as a cheap option for accommodation in New Zealand. But there are many rules about freedom camping – find out all the details here!
Ultimate New Zealand itinerary in 7 days
Do you only have a week in New Zealand? That isn’t enough time go everywhere, but this itinerary will give you a taster of some of the best NZ has to offer.
How to plan a wedding in a week (and why we did it)
It’s important to celebrate with your loved ones. So when we had some awful news, we decided to plan our wedding in a week. Crazy? Yes. Amazing? Absolutely!
Hiking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing in winter
Hiking through the snow surrounded by volcanoes. Sounds epic, right? Yep, this is New Zealand and the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, as told by The Atlas Heart.
Cheap travel in New Zealand? Yes, it’s possible!
Travelling in New Zealand can get pretty expensive. This post gives some top tips on how to save money on transport, accommodation, food, and activities!
Winter is here: a guide to skiing in New Zealand
Winter is here! Check out this guide to skiing in New Zealand, including both the North and South Islands and recommendations for the best ski fields.
Mountain biking at Tawharanui Regional Park, Auckland
We’re mountain biking novices and are enjoying trying new tracks near Auckland. Tawharanui Regional Park combines great views with a challenging track!
A budget food and craft beer guide to Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington is full of great food and craft beer. This guide suggests the best places to eat and drink on a budget in the world’s ‘coolest little capital’.
The best food & wine (and beer) in the Hawke’s Bay
Food and travel are inseparable for us. So on our visit to the Hawkes Bay, we visited some mouthwatering eateries and delectable wineries!
A campervan named Broomhilda
What makes for a fun-filled Easter weekend? Food, wine, New Zealand scenery, and a big ass campervan named Broomhilda!
36 Hours in Queenstown, New Zealand
Queenstown is the adventure capital of New Zealand! There’s so much to do including bungy jumping, wine tasting, and amazing landscapes. You’ll love it!
New Zealand Road Trip: Canterbury & Otago, South Island
Mountains, glaciers, wine, beaches, and crazy dinosaur eggs – what more could you want on a South Island road trip?