School exchanges to New Caledonia
For a total immersion into French culture without flying to Europe, schools are opting for a 1 week student exchange in New Caledonia. Here’s why…
Megan Singleton
New Zealand: new rules for adventure operators
New safety regulations are coming into play from 1 November. Any adventure tourism operator who isn’t registered by November 1 will be out!
Download free haka ringtone
Download a free All Blacks haka ringtone if you’re as mad about the All Blacks as we are in New Zealand!
New Zealand: camper van in winery havens
Next time you rent a motorhome, stay in a vineyard!
Philippines: island hopping in Palawan
I checked out 3 fabulous eco resorts and did a day island hopping in Palawan. Here is my photo blog of the El Nido resorts plus a few other gorgeous things to do…
Philippines: Mt Pinatubo all but buried this church!
In 1991 Mt Pinatubo erupted burying this church under 6 metres of mud. Here is how the local community have remedied the situation…
Philippines: visiting the Silicon Valley for social entrepreneurs
A visit to GK Enchanted Farm, the Silicon Valley for Social Entrepreneurship in the Philippines blew me away!
Thailand: visiting the Golden Triangle
For a totally unique slice of Thailand, head north into the Golden Triangle to meet local hill tribes, visit ancient temples, hike, kayak and visit the chilling Hall of Opium in Chiang Rai…
5 reasons to choose New Caledonia
If you’re thinking about nipping up to an exotic Pacific Island this winter, forget the high profile usual locales and head for somewhere very different.
5 things to know about turbulence
If you’re a nervous Nelly flier, these 5 tips will help you 🙂
Where unclaimed luggage goes to die (or be sold)
It’s surprising just how many bags make it safely, but here is where the remainder end up
Wellington: A scorching day out of the Capital!
Guest blogger Maggie Tweedie got out Wellington to explore Scorching Bay and the best little cafe in town…