5 Otherworldly Places in New Zealand
byNew Zealand is a remarkable place. It’s rare that we see countries with otherworldly environments while also being highly safe and politically progressive places….
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Two Weeks in New Zealand Quarantine
byWondering what it’s like to experience the government-run and military-ruled New Zealand quarantine? Read on for one Kiwi’s take, pies and all. The Golden…
Iconic Places to Visit In the City of Melbourne
byMelbourne is one of Australia’s most populated cities. It’s also one of the nation’s oldest. It’s a multicultural city that offers much to see…
Why You Should Take a Guided Tour of Australia (Yes Australia)
byAustralia. A land so big it is both a country and a continent. It is full of wonderfully unique things to see and do…
Why Aussies Didn’t Win Me Over
byAustralia is a big beautiful country packed with amazing natural wonders and cosmopolitan charm. Unfortunately, like most places, it also has its share of…
Seeing Sydney – A Photo Walk
byWith loads of recognizable landmarks, miles of shoreline paths, and one scary looking clown, seeing Sydney by foot is a treat. This extremely walkable…
Where to Eat in Adelaide Australia on the Cheap
byWhen you hear the phrase “cheap eats”, you may think of fast food or late-night kebabs. This isn’t necessarily the case in one food-loving…
A Photo Walk Along the 12 Apostles
byThe highlight of my day touring the Great Ocean Road was a walk along the 12 Apostles. Years of crashing waves and erosion have…
Little-known Locations in Australia to Visit via Campervan
byAustralia is famous the world over for its amazing beaches, massive coral reef, and Sydney icons such the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. This,…
5 Reasons why I will Return to New Zealand
byNever before have I said that I can’t wait to be back somewhere while still in that country until New Zealand. While on my…
Wine on Waiheke, Rain or Shine – Auckland’s Easy Escape
byWith three straight rainy days in Auckland we decided to get out of the city and try the wine on Waiheke Island. Enough grey…
Experiencing Napier with an Art Deco Vintage Car Tour
byIn the early morning February 3, 1931, Napier, a bustling port town on New Zealand’s west coast, was rocked by a tremendous earthquake. The majority…
A Uniquely Wellington Stay at the Museum Art Hotel
byWhile in town researching why Wellington is the Capital of Cool, I had the opportunity to stay at the Museum Art Hotel. Little did…
What makes Wellington the Capital of Cool?
byThere’s a lot of buzz around New Zealand’s capital of cool these days. With the likes of BBC naming Wellington one of the “hottest cities of…
Crossing the Cook Strait in Style – Kaitaki Plus Lounge Review
byAfter a long, but ridiculously beautiful, drive across the South Island I was ready for a break. The 3-hour+ ferry crossing of the Cook Strait provided just…
Wings over Wanaka, New Zealand – Classic Flights Review
byConfession time. I’m an aeroplane nerd and not just a little one. I have alluded to this over the years with posts on visiting…
5 Things to do in Queenstown that aren’t Extreme
byFrom jumping out of planes to falling off of bridges, Queenstown is where extreme sports fans go to play. But what if you like…
A Stunning Day to Milford Sound with Real Journeys
byA visit to New Zealand’s south island isn’t complete without seeing the incredibly stunning Milford Sound. For me, this almost didn’t happen. Thankfully the clouds parted…
The Craft Beer Down Here with Dave’s Brewery Tours
byMention “Foster’s” in Australia and you are guaranteed a look of disgust. This shouldn’t come as a surprise. Big beer brands around the globe…
Sydney in a Half Day – Bonza Bike Tours Review
byWith my limited time in Sydney, I was searching for a quick way to cover as much of the city as possible. Not only…
Canberra or Canboring? Let’s Find out.
byAustralia’s capital city was described to me as many things. Exciting wasn’t one of them. Dull, boring, and cold or any combination of those…
A Photo Walk Through Hosier Lane – Melbourne’s Public Art Exhibition
byCurious what a walk through Hosier Lane, Melbourne’s mural alley, is like? Read on! Possibly Melbourne’s worst kept secret, Hosier Lane gets its share of…
A Big Day Out Touring The Great Ocean Road
byOf all of Australia’s natural beauty and recognizable landmarks, touring the Great Ocean Road was what I was looking forward to most. Sure, hugging a kangaroo…
Craft Brew & Didgeridoos – Touring the Fleurieu Peninsula
byWhile falling in love with Adelaide I had the opportunity for a day touring the Fleurieu Peninsula – home to excellent craft breweries and plenty…
Falling in love with Adelaide and why you Shouldn’t Skip it
byI won’t go as far as saying I had low expectations for Adelaide but will say I had no expectations. After setting foot on Australian…