Taking advantage of the New Year holiday, we booked a hotel and planned our itinerary early. With the little ones, we’re going all out for a vacation! Splash Planet is located in Hastings, southeast of the North Island. It’s about a 5-hour drive from Auckland. This water park is arguably the largest in New Zealand! […]
New Zealand’s Hanmer Springs Introduces Two New Water Slides
The UK travel booking website “SpaSeekers” has compiled a list of the top 10 global relaxation destinations for 2023, and Hanmer Springs in Canterbury has successfully made it to the seventh spot! This hot spring in New Zealand has been popular for quite some time. It won the New Zealand Tourism Awards for three consecutive […]
Most Beautiful Lavender Farms in New Zealand You Should Visit
Every summer from December to February, explore the lavender estates of New Zealand, immerse yourself in a sea of purple blooms, and experience the refreshing fragrance. In this post, we will take you through some of the best lavender farms, bringing you a unique summer wonderland. Best Lavender Farms in New Zealand Kaikoura Alpine Lavender […]
Shamarra Alpacas Farm – New Zealand’s Most Beautiful Alpaca Farm
Shamarra Alpacas Farm is located in the seaside town of Akaroa, more than an hour’s drive from the centre of Christchurch, there is an alpaca farm that looks like a fairy tale world! Don’t miss it when you travel to Christchurch! Here, you can freely pet and feed alpacas. Throughout the experience, there are staff […]
Best things to do at Goat Island Marine Reserve
Goat Island Marine Reserve is approximately a one-hour drive from the North Shore of Auckland. Goat Island is renowned in Auckland as a snorkelling paradise due to its clear and abundant marine life. It’s also the only place in Auckland where you can paddle a Clear Kayak (Clearyak)! Popular things to do at Goat Island […]
Guide to Seeing Lupins in Spring in New Zealand (Nov to Jan)
The lupin season typically blooms from late November to mid-January. Lupins in New Zealand are perennial herbaceous plants with vibrant colours ranging from pink and yellow to purple. Many of them grow to a height exceeding waist level. Our experience Lake Pukaki You can find the vibrant lupins near Lake Pukaki’s farm. These lupins are […]
Patagonia – A Must-Visit Ice Cream Shop in Queenstown
Many folks are likely familiar with this ice cream shop (Patagonia), which is a popular Queenstown hotspot both locally and internationally, drawing crowds of visitors! What time does Patagonia chocolates open? Address: 2 Rees Street, Cnr of the Mall, they open 7 days a week They primarily offer chocolates, cakes, and ice cream, and there’s […]
Megaland – New Zealand’s Inflatable Castle is Back for a Limited Time
New Zealand’s hottest inflatable castle is back for a limited time. New Zealand’s first all-age, especially suitable for adults, “Inflatable Obstacle Castle” is returning to Auckland! Many who have played before are still eager, and once you play, you’ll want to play again! Megaland Inflatable Obstacle Castle (For Adults and Kids!) Megaland Inflatable Obstacle Castle […]
Hamilton Gardens – A Must-Visit Garden in Hamilton
Hamilton Gardens may not be the main attraction for tourists, but if you happen to pass by, be sure to make a stop at Hamilton Gardens! The garden was established in 1971, originally as a rubbish dump. With the help of international friends and in collaboration with companies and the government, it took several decades […]
Tongariro National Park – Things you need to know
Tongariro is one of New Zealand’s most famous national parks, situated in the central part of the North Island. You can reach it by heading south from Auckland. The entire national park holds significant Maori cultural importance and features remarkable volcanic landscapes. It was a gift to the nation from Maori tribal leader Te Heuheu […]