Guest Post: 5 Quirky Reasons to Visit New Zealand in 2012
James writes for Skyscanner.net Travellers often overlook New Zealand in favour of Australia, which… [more]
Pictures: Pictures of New Zealand in HDR – High Dynamic Range
Some say the New Zealand is the perfect country for HDR photography because of it's dramatic landscapes… [more]
Top 5 Myths We Generally Believe about New Zealand
photo credit: j0055 Misconception #1: New Zealand is part of, or the “same” as, Australia It’s… [more]
Top 10 Things to See and Do in the North Island of New Zealand
photo credit: swifant While all of New Zealand is defined by its natural beauty, and acts as a playground… [more]
Air New Zealand Launches Facebook Ugly Sweater Contest
Now this is a fun way to run a contest. The ever creative folks at Air New Zealand have launched a contest… [more]
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Guest Post: Five Striking Similarities between the Kiwis and the Brits
New Zealand, a former British colony, may have been touched by the impact of diversity. Both countries have gone through whirling transitions that are converging on a daily basis. Nonetheless, as diverse as diversity is, there are remarkable resemblances that one can pluck between the two nations, which were once historically connected. So how similar [...]
Guest Post: How to Get The Best Exchange Rate When You Move to New Zealand
Planning to make the big move to New Zealand? Congratulations! You’re setting up home in the same country as The Lord of the Rings, the flightless kiwi, and China’s biggest suppliers of dried milk products (I kid ye not.) But alongside the excitement of setting up your new home, finding a job, and perhaps choosing [...]
Touring New Zealand by train
The Australian Newspaper has a great article on traveling by train in New Zealand. Here’s an excerpt: Most recently I’ve seen seals from a train. It was aboard the Coastal Pacific in New Zealand. When they say “Coastal”, they really mean it. This train, ostensibly a tourist service, runs for nearly 100km, between Picton and [...]
Going to Europe? Check out Dubrovnik
Sometimes we want something different, something up and coming, unique and classy. For all the above, Dubrovnik is the place. Nicknamed the Pearl of the Adriatic, this Croatian city can be reached direct, or by flying to Split and taking the ferry. Very accessible, with many low-cost airlines now heading to this ancient city, save [...]
Guest Post: Top 5 Kiwi Sounds
It’s no secret that New Zealand’s South Island is extremely beautiful. In particular – the Fiordland National Park in the island’s southwest corner boasts many scenic waterways crying out for exploration. This region is easily reached via international flights to Auckland or Christchurch, followed by a domestic flight to Queenstown. Here’s a top five survey [...]
Los Angeles Times Visits Napier – Capital of Art Deco
The Los Angeles Times recently visited Napier New Zealand, famous for it’s Art Deco Architecture. Here’s an excerpt: At 10:47 a.m. on Feb. 3, 1931, an earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale shook the town of Napier, onNew Zealand’s North Island, killing 161 people. The fires that followed consumed all but a few reinforced [...]
Guest Post: A Foodie’s Guide to New Zealand
To really discover the finest culinary delights of New Zealand, you have to be prepared to relax. While the food itself is delicious, one of the things that most enhances the experience is the Kiwi preference for long, languid and laidback meals where you can savour every mouthful. Plan your trip accordingly and be sure [...]
Consumer Traveler Profiles Stewart Island – NZ’s Small Southern Island
The website Consumer Traveler has published a nice profile on New Zealand’s small southern most island – Stewart Island. Here’s an excerpt: Fifteen flashlights shone downward as we gingerly picked our way through the bush. At the appropriate signal, we extinguished our lights, and 15 expectant adults gathered noiselessly behind our boot-and-camouflage-attired leader. As his [...]
The Hobbit: New Image Released of Martin Freeman in Character
A new image of Martin Freeman in character, looking rather dirty, as Bilbo Baggins in The Hobbit has been released. Check it out below!
Gadling Sends a Reporter to Travel Around New Zealand in a Campervan
An unfortunate Gadling writer has been given the task (sarcasm intended) of wandering around New Zealand in a Campervan. Here’s an excerpt: Well. It’s official. For the next three months I am officially living in my car. No, this vagabond hasn’t fallen on hard times (yet), but rather, I am going to be embedded in [...]
New Hobbit Image from USA Today
The Hobbit has published a new still from The Hobbit with Martin Freeman in costume as Bilbo Baggins. Check it out below:
Guest Post: 5 Quirky Reasons to Visit New Zealand in 2012
James writes for Skyscanner.net Travellers often overlook New Zealand in favour of Australia, which is really just next-door. But New Zealand has plenty to offer travellers: from stunning scenery, to adventure holidays, to a rich and interesting history. If you’re planning flights to New Zealand in 2012, here are our top picks for things to [...]
National Geographic Plans out the Perfect North Island Road Trip
We’re beginning to plan our own trip to New Zealand for next year and one thing we’d like to do is rent a car and drive the North and South Islands. Thankfully, we came across a great guide for the North Island on the National Geographic website! Here’s an excerpt: Boasting some of the most [...]
The Hobbit: Official First Trailer for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey
We’ve got the first trailer for the The Hobbit – check it out below. Plot Synopsis: Bilbo Baggins is swept into a quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the fearsome dragon Smaug. Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of thirteen [...]
Kiwi Alert: Air New Zealand New Year’s Sale! Save up to $250!
Air New Zealand is running a New Year’s travel sale and are offering some pretty awesome discounts. Here are the details: A New Year’s Sale – save $250* on Economy, $400* on Premium Economy or $600* on Business Premier bookings. For three days only you can save $250*, $400* or $600* per adult on round [...]
The Hobbit: Tourism New Zealand Braces for Hobbit Fever
Photo by: Ian Brodie Tourism New Zealand released this a couple weeks ago and we thought it was worth sharing. December’s international launch of the first trailer for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey will put Destination New Zealand centre stage for movie lovers world-wide, says Tourism New Zealand (TNZ). The trailer’s release kicks off a new [...]
Happy New Year! 2012 Starts in New Zealand first
Check out this video of the 2012 New Year’s celebrations in Auckland New Zealand! Have a safe and happy 2012 everyone!
Guest Post: The new New Zealand
New Zealand is an incredible group of islands located in the south-western pacific ocean. It is a popular destination for honeymoons and retreats due to the breathtaking beauty of its scenery and rich cultural diversity. However in recent history the country’s traditionally self-sufficient economy has been flooded with international companies and the influx of immigration [...]
Video: Cruise to Auckland – Tourism New Zealand
Discover the best of Auckland with these on shore excursions when you cruise to New Zealand.
Interest in New Zealand Rekindled by ‘The Hobbit’
USA Today has a great feature article on how tourism in New Zealand has been ticking upwards due to interest created by the filming of ‘The Hobbit.’ Here’s an excerpt: Ian Alexander remembers the day well. He was watching a rugby match on TV when a knock came at the door. He opened it to [...]
Kiwi Alert: Win a Trip to New Zealand to Watch Taylor Swift Perform Live
We’ve got a great new contest for a free trip to New Zealand to hear country music star Taylor Swift perform live. Here are the prize details: Trip for two (2) to Auckland, New Zealand. Round-trip coach airfare for two (2) to Auckland, New Zealand. Two (2) nights hotel stay in Auckland, New Zealand. Ground [...]
Guest Post: A Brief Traveler’s Guide to New Zealand
My vacation at New Zealand was one of those memorable holidays in my entire lifetime. With its picturesque forested area, natural scenic mountain ranges and azure coastline boasting unique marine species, the beautiful country of New Zealand never stopped to amaze me. No matter, which township or area I visited, the spectacular sheer beauty of [...]