New Zealand Travel Blog

January is a wonderful time to visit the South Island of New Zealand, with warm temperatures, long days, and plenty of sunshine hours. Depending where you want to go on your South Island itinerary, here’s everything you need to know about what to expect from the weather.

When you’re planning a trip to Fiji, maybe as part of a longer trip  to Australia or New Zealand, you might be asking yourself “when is the best time to visit Fiji”? The short answer is  - anytime!. But depending on what you’re looking for in your Fiji holiday, one season might be better for you than another.

Dramatic, snow-capped mountains, wild beaches and secluded bays, with just a few hours drive from one to the other, interspersed with wide, flat planes and vineyards: this is the South Island of New Zealand in a nutshell.

With crisp clear days and fantastic displays of autumn (fall) colours late April is a perfect time for a South Island holiday. I like my holidays to be a combination of activity and good food so with that in mind my road trip started in Queenstown

When it comes to having a New Zealand holiday, there is travelling - and then there is time travelling. Escape your day-to-day with a look back into New Zealand's rich past and a stay in a historical lodge or hotel, experience the one-of-a-kind architecture, ambiance, and historical integrity that is unique to each of these accommodation options.

There is no better way to understand a culture than to pick up a fork or tilt one's glass. Calling all foodie adventurers -  look no further - how to find and enjoy New Zealand's passionate producers devoted to pleasing your palate. Especially for those want to experience New Zealand Cuisine at its best.

It’s time to look forward to the future… yes, really! Find out why you should book your 2024/2025 New Zealand vacation sooner rather than later...

Why not end your New Zealand adventure with a few lazy days in a remote Pacific Island paradise? Whether your New Zealand Dream Holiday is family road trip, a honeymoon hiking adventure, a golf tour or a ski trip, it can feel like you need another holiday after all the excitement. The Pacific Islands are famous for their welcoming hospitality, warm climate and heavenly natural beauty. From luxury beach huts to renting your own private island, there are accommodation options for every taste and budget.

Many years ago, I bought a car in Christchurch, came up with an itinerary and embarked on a homegrown New Zealand road trip. This epic journey lasted four full months and was easily the best trip of my life. And I’ve been to a lot of places in this world. What made this adventure so good? Well, first of all, New Zealand is an easy place to travel by car thanks to the first-world infrastructure and modern roads.