2022 travels: a year of surprises and adventures
I’m going to be totally honest here; I didn’t have high expectations for 2022. The previous two years could only be likened to a nuclear bomb going off in the…
A taste of summery Tairāwhiti Gisborne with Zeden Cider
I don’t think it gets more quintessentially summer in New Zealand than in Tairāwhiti Gisborne. The first city in the world to see the sunrise, Gisborne is an incredible and…
My top 16 things to do in Fiordland for an unforgettable adventure
Fiordland is magic. Often touted by tourists as their favorite place in all of New Zealand (which is saying something because all of NZ is epic), Fiordland is home to…
Why I keep going back to Punakaiki
It’s been no secret how much I love New Zealand’s West Coast. Ever since my first visit in 2013, I’ve been enamored with this quiet yet powerful corner of New…
Sleeping in Doubtful Sound is good for the soul
There is nothing like hanging out overnight in Doubtful Sound to reset the soul. Well, anywhere in Fiordland will probably do the trick, maybe anywhere in New Zealand. As someone…
Returning to the southern seaside in Riverton
I have so much nostalgia for Riverton. Tucked away in Southland along the southern coast of the South Island, Riverton has long been the beloved seaside getaway for Wanaka folks. …
Some of my favorite sustainable kiwi brands that back nature
I can’t stop talking about conservation and sustainable kiwi brands. Back in September, we had Conservation Week here in New Zealand. This year the focus was on taking action for…
9 reasons why it’s never been a better time to visit Fox Glacier
People always ask me what my favorite place in the world to travel to is, and I always give different answers. I play fast and loose with the term “favorite,”…
35 photos to inspire you to visit Tekapo
Lately, I find myself muttering things like, I remember when this place was only this big. Is this a sign I’m getting old? I’ve been lucky enough to call New…
Meet the Observatory Hotel: Christchurch’s newest, stylish boutique hotel
If you journey beyong the Gothic Revival walls of Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, you’ll find Christchurch’s newest and most stylish boutique accommodation – The Observatory Hotel. Sigh.…