Category: New Zealand

Off-grid luxury and total privacy at the top of New Zealand's South Island

Off-grid luxury and total privacy at the top of New Zealand's South Island

By on Jan 10, 2023 in Accommodation, Hotels, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, Vacation Rentals
Falcon Brae is an exclusive use luxury villa located at the confluence of the Stanley Brook and Motueka River, near Nelson at the top of New Zealand’s South Island.
Aerial view of Queenstown

Why Queenstown tops the adventure destination list

By on Dec 08, 2022 in Adventure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
It all started in 1988 when a few people shuffled to the edge of a bridge near Queenstown, New Zealand, and jumped. Little did they know they were making history.
The best travel destinations for outdoor enthusiasts

The best travel destinations for outdoor enthusiasts

By on Nov 03, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Europe, Iceland, Indonesia, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe
If you love being outdoors among nature, you probably also prefer vacations that allow you to explore and take in all the natural beauty that the destination has to offer.
Celebrating Christmas and New Year on a yacht charter

Celebrating Christmas and New Year on a yacht charter

By on Oct 21, 2022 in Asia, Australia, Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean, Cruises & Boat Travel, Leisure Travel, Maldives, New Zealand, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Speciality Travel, US Virgin Islands
Plan ahead to avoid the cold, dark days of winter and instead take your family and friends on the trip of a lifetime to soak up the sunshine beside turquoise blue shores on a tropical luxury yacht charter this Christmas and New Year.
Aerial view of blue waters, yachts and a green island

Discover the world's top island escapes in Auckland

By on Oct 09, 2022 in New Zealand, Oceania, Regions
Auckland is a city that must be visited, mostly for its vibrant diversity and cultural flair. Known as the “City of Sails”, and surrounded by the Hauraki Gulf, it offers a unique experience.
Two people standing on a mountain peak overlooking water and mountains

5 beautiful places to hike in New Zealand

By on Jul 07, 2022 in Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
There is something quite magical in being able to lose yourself in New Zealand’s natural beauty by exploring on foot.
Luxury stays across New Zealand

Luxury stays across New Zealand

By on Jul 04, 2022 in Accommodation, Hotels, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Resorts
Here’s a roundup of my top tried-and-tested luxury stays across New Zealand.
View of green vineyard surrounded by a lake

5 of New Zealand's best food and wine regions

By on May 16, 2022 in Food and Drink, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany
New Zealand is a small island nation located in the Pacific ocean renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, Maori culture, friendly people, and let’s not forget its national rugby team.
5 beautiful places to cycle in New Zealand

5 beautiful places to cycle in New Zealand

By on Feb 05, 2022 in Leisure Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
New Zealand is a natural wonderland, filled with an assortment of native wildlife and pristine wilderness. Go on an extraordinary journey, and admire ever-changing landscapes and picturesque views. From vast plains and rivers to rugged mountains and farmland, a pure nature paradise. Along the way, you will also have the opportunity to meet many proud
Take a tour of 8 of the best New Zealand wine regions

Take a tour of 8 of the best New Zealand wine regions

By on Dec 16, 2021 in Food and Drink, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany
When we mention New Zealand, you may think of the impressive nature, the Lord of the Rings films and Maori culture, but the country is also increasingly well known for its wine.  There are about 700 wineries throughout the whole country. The cool summers and mild winters of the Southern hemisphere ensure a long growing
21 countries to visit in 2021

21 countries to visit in 2021

By on Feb 01, 2021 in Africa, Asia, Australia, Belize, Bermuda, Canada, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Denmark, Egypt, Europe, Featured, Health & Safety, Israel, Italy, Japan, Maldives, Middle East, Netherlands, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Portugal, Regions, Singapore, South America, Tanzania, Thailand, Travel Miscellany, Turkey, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay, Vietnam, Western Europe, Worldwide
Following 2020, the year of staying at home, most of us are now yearning to travel again. As we bide our time through the darker winter months while vaccines are being rolled out, more people than ever are looking forward to travelling once more, whenever that may be. With so much culture and so many
Hole in the rock NZ

‘Kia ora’ yachting in the Bay of Islands

By on Jul 21, 2020 in Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Going Out, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
One of the ultimate ways to explore the beautiful New Zealand coastline is by yacht, where stunning islands are scattered over azure seas and charming seaside towns are immersed in history. Here, silvery beaches line contrastingly rocky coasts, while pods of dolphins play offshore amidst a wealth of marine life. This destination delivers a wealth
New Zealand: Rejuvenated and ready to return

New Zealand: Rejuvenated and ready to return

By on Jun 15, 2020 in Featured, New Zealand, Oceania
As Autumn gives way to the crisp cool days, warm company, and well-earned peace of winter, the challenges of recent months begin to ease and fade. The land and people slow down and recuperate, taking stock as we look forward to the promise and hope of a newfound spring. As we celebrate the obstacles we
A bird flying through Doubtful Sound

Why you should book a small overnight cruise in Doubtful Sound

By on Jun 14, 2020 in Cruises & Boat Travel, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Speciality Travel
While travel at this time may be the furthest thing from your mind, I think it is a great time to be planning your next adventure.  If living in a pandemic has taught me anything I would have to say the greatest lesson is to really appreciate nature and wildlife. One of the countries that
Memories of a luxury getaway to Queenstown, New Zealand

Memories of a luxury getaway to Queenstown, New Zealand

By on May 18, 2020 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals
This is certainly an historic time we are living in; none of us have ever experienced anything like a pandemic before and we are all trying to get through this period of uncertainty the best we possibly can. Here in Canada we are completing week six of our state of emergency; it seems everywhere you
5 humorous short stories from a private travel guide

5 humorous short stories from a private travel guide

By on May 14, 2020 in New Zealand, Oceania, Regions
As a professional guide, one of the things I love most is not just to show you around our beautiful backyard, but it is to meet many different people and ethnicities, so we can learn from each other. There is nothing more rewarding to get a big thanks and hug at and end of a