Taking the Plunge at Okere Falls: 2-Second Cheap Thrills
After a wild ride through the Okere Falls on a raft, our group reached the point where we exited the […]
Oceania
The Best Place to be in Milford Sound isn’t on a Boat
I was expecting to be bowled over by Milford Sound, but I wasn’t. The two-hour cruise should have been the […]
Te Anau Bird Sanctuary: Face-to-Face with the Takahe
The story of the takahe’s return from near-extinction is a remarkable one. This rare flightless bird was once widespread throughout […]
Baldwin Street: How Steep is the World’s Steepest Street?
Let’s get the mundane facts about Baldwin Street out of the way first. This 350-metre stretch of road in Dunedin, […]
How Climate Change Has Ruined NZ Glaciers for Everyone
There was a time not so long ago when you could climb glaciers in New Zealand for NZD120. No expensive […]
60 Unforgettable Memories Made in New Zealand
Some memories will stick with me forever, especially those that involve personal ‘firsts’. However, spending six months in New Zealand […]