We cycled the Lake Dunstan trail and it was awesome! Epic views, rugged terrain and a long day out in the fresh air of Central Otago. What more could you want?! The Lake Dunstan Trail offers an unforgettable experience for those who want to experience authentic New Zealand landscapes via bike. In this article we …
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When it comes to Dunedin brewery tours, look no further. Speights and Emerson’s are two of the most well-known breweries in New Zealand for completely different reasons. In this article, we compare the Speights vs Emerson’s brewery tours offered by Emersons and Speights in the city of Dunedin. We give an overview of each tour, …
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Hello and welcome to/back to our monthly newsletter, April has absolutely flown by and autumn is well and truly upon us here in Central Otago. The leaves are falling from the trees more and more with each passing day as the shades of yellow and orange scatter all over the roads. The mornings are crisp …
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When travelling the South Island of New Zealand, these hot pools have to be on your bucket list. The hot pools on the South Island of New Zealand are world class. While the North Island has more natural hot springs, the South Island has some luxurious spots with incredible scenery, perfect for you to enjoy …
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The Queen Charlotte Track is a gorgeous 70km hike in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds, taking you from the northernmost tip of the South Island of New Zealand to the mainland. We have made a comprehensive guide to the Queen Charlotte Track accommodation options, so that you will start your 3-5-day hike knowing that you a …
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Hello Autumn… Well in New Zealand anyway. The summer warmth is drawing to a close and we’ve seen our first snowy mountains at Lake Ōhau Lodge, and the very end of March saw us move to an even colder new location in the extremely beautiful, extremely remote location in the middle of a world-famous Pinot Noir region …
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If you’re reading this then you’re obviously looking at hiking some of the best day hikes in the Mount Cook National Park– congrats! These two stunning hikes offer breathtaking views of Mount Cook National Park, crystal-clear alpine lakes, and the mighty Aoraki and other Southern Alps. But which one is the best? In this article …
Sealy Tarns vs Hooker Valley Track- Which is the Best Day Hike in New Zealand? Read More »
Welcome to our February travel newsletter- a month holding Jess’s birthday, a festival, and an epic hike in the Mackenzie District. Our monthly newsletter aims to share exciting updates with what we’ve been up to, any travel stories and the best pictures we’ve taken this month. Hopefully this can inspire you to fuel your …
You’ve made your way to Dunedin- what next? What are the best Dunedin tourist attractions? What to see in Dunedin? Best things to do in Dunedin? All these questions went through our heads when we planned our trip. Dunedin, New Zealand is a city that is full of surprises. Nestled on the southeastern coast of …
Job interviews can be tough and nerve wracking in any situation, let alone when you’ve flown halfway across the world. So here are our tried and tested top interview tips for a live job in New Zealand! You may have limited funds and are having to pay for accommodation, food, travel expenses and other activities. So you …
