New Zealand

I’m the girl that couldn’t even watch Jurassic Park, let alone Lord of the Rings.

I’m hosting this fabulous 10-day tour of Central Otago in autumn and I’d love you to join me!

10 great ideas for where to celebrate an anniversary for destinations in New Zealand based on traditional anniversary gifts!

This long weekend itinerary to the Bay of Islands covers all the highlights and some hidden gems and places to eat that I love

Prepare to drool over these cafes and restaurants

This post covers how to see Northland and the Bay of Islands in one week. Includes Tane Mahuta, Cape Reinga, Waitangi, Russell, Paihia and more

Here are my top tips for what to know before you go campervanning in New Zealand.

I just had a fabulous weekend in Rotorua doing everything from hot swimming to float plane flying, kayaking and wine tasting

If you’re stuck for anniversary ideas and think paper, wood and pottery are boring, here’s my list of 20 destinations by anniversary to earn you Brownie Points!

Global fear has been the best marketing for New Zealand since Lord of the Rings

Explore Hobbiton with me and figure out for yourself if it’s worth it…

I had the nasal swab Covid test because I have a cold – or have I? This is what the test is like in New Zealand. Spoiler: it’s ok.