AOTEAROA / NEW ZEALAND
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Lake Waikaremoana Huts: Preparing for this Stunning Great Walk
New Zealand has 11 Great Walks, which each take anywhere between 2 and 5 nights to complete. Lake Waikaremoana, on...
Full List of Countries That Offer a Working Holiday Visa Under 35
Think you missed your window to live and work abroad? Not all hope is lost! Several countries offer a Working...
How to Snag a Milford Track Booking for the 2025/2026 Season
The stunning Milford Track passes remote peaks, valleys, rivers, and waterfalls through Aotearoa New Zealand’s beautiful Fiordland National Park. You’ll...
Is New Zealand a Good Place to Live? All About Aotearoa
I’m a born Canadian but have lived in Aotearoa New Zealand on-and-off for 8 years now. If you’re considering a...
The Best North Island New Zealand Road Trip for Waterfalls
The North Island is the place to go for waterfall chasers in Aotearoa. Yes, the South Island has some stunners,...
Travel Hack or Too Good to Be True? My Free 3-Day Transfercar
I’ve been wanting to try a Transfercar for years out of sheer curiosity. I couldn’t really tell if it was...
The Best Way to Travel Around New Zealand: By Car
Whether you’re visiting the North Island, South Island, or tackling both in one trip, the best way to travel around...
Everything You Need to Know About Black Water Rafting in New Zealand
You’ve heard of white water rafting, but what about black water rafting? This uniquely New Zealand experience is a must-do...
The True Cost of a Free Transfercar: Wellington to Auckland
I recently drove a free Transfercar from Wellington to Auckland, New Zealand over three days. I just wanted to try...
The Hidden, Beautiful & Budget-Friendly Waiheke Glamping Spot
Listen up, my outdoorsy and budget-conscious little internet friends. I’ve found the best place to stay on Auckland’s stunning Waiheke...
What Are the Kepler Track Huts Like? All You Need to Know
Staying in the huts along the 4-day Kepler Track is a memorable part of the whole experience! After several hours...
Plan the Perfect Weekend in Waitomo, New Zealand’s Glow Worm Capital
The tiny village of Waitomo is known as the “Glow Worm Capital of the World.” It doesn’t look like much...
Wildwire Wanaka: The Wacky and Wonderful Waterfall Walk
Ok, it’s not really a “walk.” It’s a sheer, vertical cliff climb, but I was committed to the alliteration. Anyway,...
Date Ideas in Auckland: One for Every Letter of the Alphabet
Coming up with creative ideas for date night can be hard. Whether you’re heading out with someone new or looking...
The Best Things to Do in Queenstown Under $50
Queenstown is one of the more expensive destinations in New Zealand, which is really saying something. But it’s a total...
Stunning Glow Worm Caves in New Zealand
The glow worm caves in New Zealand are enchanting. I fell in love with them instantly. You wouldn’t think slimy worms (they’re...