New Zealand – A land of mountains, snowfields, caves, glow-worms and vast wonders, it’s hard to believe anybody would take such a magnificent place for granted. While the do’s are easy enough – and we’ll solidify five of our very own below – figuring out the no-no’s of such a laid back destination is no […]
The land down under is expansive, beautiful, diverse and… well, home. Home doesn’t compare to a short overseas jaunt, preferably somewhere spectacular, away from familiar streets and accents. Sometimes you need to get away, throw up your hands and live a little elsewhere, even if it’s for two to five days. But how easy is […]
You’ve probably heard of Milford Sound or seen a few snaps in passing – it’s nothing short of magnificent, or so you’ve heard, as friends and family emphasise the rising joy of seeing the vast rock walls and tumbling waterfalls for the first time. Hanging onto the South Island’s west coast, there’s no right way […]
What’s your idea of paradise? Good friends, good times, venerable views and untouched beauty from horizon to horizon? Great food, better wines and everything at your fingertips? New Zealand wine country is considered the tour de force of viticulture in the Southern Hemisphere and you’ll soon see why. Although words aren’t enough to experience the […]
When planning a holiday to a foreign country, it’s difficult to know what to expect if you’ve never been. So here are some handy tips to help you get started, ensuring you’re not left in the lurch at the last minute. Passport First things first, and this is the most important. You NEED a valid […]
Hobbits, Goblins, Elves… oh my! If you know Saruman from Sauron, and Galadriel from Glorfindel, your holiday destiny is clear. The heart of Middle Earth awaits, or as we non-mythical folk call it, New Zealand. Ancient, striking and beautiful around every bend, we’re not awestruck Peter Jackson chose Aotearoa as ground zero for his cinematic […]
Travel with children in tow can feel like herding cats on the best days. They need to be entertained, challenged, stimulated and managed – there’s no lasting break for Mum and Dad, just the soothing sounds of little laughs and the occasional silence or two. Between packing their bags and sourcing the right snacks, parents […]
Driving holidays in New Zealand belong on every bucket list. Before you’re tempted to put in for annual leave and tell the kids, take a moment to understand the specifics and pleasures of this modern road-trip capital. The Land of the Long White Cloud is smaller than Australia, larger than England and minute compared to […]
Everybody loves cheap holidays and these deals are cheap as chips!!!! Save hundreds by booking in June! Deals this hot will be selling out fast so be sure to get in first to secure your spot. Here’s a quick rundown on a few. 8 Day Northern Discovery Board a premium coach for an eight day tour […]
With 151,215 square kilometres to explore, there is almost limitless choice available for your New Zealand South Island driving holiday with Relaxing Journeys. You can choose from boutique Eco self-drives, food and wine driving tours, walking and hiking themes, you can even choose a themed option such as a Middle Earth inspired driving holiday. Relaxing […]
New Zealand is an underrated paradise of food, festivals and flavours. We don’t use the word paradise lightly, as gastronomic connoisseurs land on the shores of the Long White Cloud, expectations set and stomachs rumbling – their reviews rarely fall below five stars for taste, service and atmosphere. Service and smiles abound, as the Maori […]
As there are hundreds of towns in New Zealand, and it’s hard to decide which are the best places to visit. Here you will find our list, from North to South to keep it simple, of the 10 best places to visit in New Zealand. Cape Reinga The very top of the North – locally […]
Whether you’re looking for a long weekend getaway or a three week sightseeing trip we have everything covered in our packages. Here is a list of our top 5 independent packages that will have everything you need to see in New Zealand pretty much covered. There are options here for visiting only one of the […]
Calling All Thrill Seekers! Do you like to step out of your comfort zone, push yourself to your limits or experience something completely different and out of the ordinary? Then New Zealand is the one stop location to engage in anything and everything. Renowned for its own uniqueness New Zealand has topped the leaderboard in tourism […]
If you are the kind of person who wants to travel but doesn’t want to worry about anything other than “did I pack my passport?” then our guided coach options are just for you. Sit back, relax and soak up all that New Zealand has to offer when you travel with our coach providers to […]
With 151,215 square kilometres to explore, there is almost limitless choice available for your New Zealand South Island driving holidays with Relaxing Journeys. You can even choose a themed South Island driving holiday. Options like Boutique Eco Self Drives, Food and wine driving tours, walking and hiking themes and even a Middle Earth inspired driving […]
As an angler, if you’re very lucky, there is one day that outshines all others. One lucky couple had theirs here last week. Wayne and Vicki are from Melbourne and have just completed their fourth stay at Owen River Lodge. They learned to fly fish here on their first visit in October 2012, so you […]
Christchurch Trams are back running on their original loop through the city as of today. Post-earthquakes, the trams began operations on a shortened route last November and have carried over 100, 000 passengers. A year later the trams will now travel along their original pre-earthquake loop down Worcester Boulevard and along Rolleston Avenue, Armagh and […]
Lonely Planet listed Christchurch as one of the top 10 cities to visit in 2013 and the City was listed as number 2 on the New York Times’ “52 Places to Go in 2014” which is wonderful for a city recovering from the effects of a devastating earthquake in 2011. I (Frances) re-visited in June […]
On a recent trip from Wellington to Christchurch, via Marlborough I was lucky enough to spend one night at the Bay of Many Coves Resort in the Marlborough Sounds. I arrived in Picton just ahead of a wet and windy weather front and while waiting for my water taxi, I watched the dark clouds descend […]
It’s official – Auckland’s one of the world’s best cities Lonely Planet has just named Auckland as one of the world’s Top 10 Cities for 2014 in its ‘Best in Travel’ guide. Auckland made the list alongside Paris, Zurich, Shanghai and Vancouver. The Top 10 Cities were independently nominated by more than 500 Lonely Planet authors […]
