• lauren viewing te werahi beach at cape reinga in northland new zealand - unmissable north island experience
    New Zealand,  Working Abroad

    What I Learned Being A Tourist In New Zealand Throughout The Entire Covid-19 Pandemic

    I’ve been a tourist in New Zealand throughout the entire Covid-19 pandemic. Here is my experience. I arrived in Auckland on the 10th of March 2020. Like any other backpacker entering New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa, I was looking forward to travelling around the country while picking up a job here or there. I had dreamed of going to New Zealand for many years and finally, the moment had arrived that I stepped on kiwi soil. Despite the jet lag, I didn’t mind waiting in the queues at immigration. Soon I would be on the other side and making my way to collect my backpack from the baggage…

  • view of lake matheson from the reflection island viewpoint fox glacier
    New Zealand,  South Island,  West Coast

    Lake Matheson Loop Walk: Complete Guide

    This post will tell you everything you need to know about the beautiful Lake Matheson loop walk on the West Coast of the South Island. Visiting Lake Matheson is one of the best free activities to do in Fox Glacier! The beautiful lake is one of the most photographed lakes in New Zealand. It is known as the ‘Reflective Lake’ because on a clear day you can see incredible views of the mountains reflected in its waters. This is the location of a scene that has been featured in New Zealand tourism for decades! Lake Matheson has promoted New Zealand’s natural beauty across the world and has become an icon…

  • fox glacier free cheap things to see and do new zealand
    New Zealand,  South Island,  West Coast

    10 Free & Cheap Things To See & Do In Fox Glacier

    This post will tell you the best free and cheap things to see and do in Fox Glacier on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. Taking a trip on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island? Then a visit to Fox Glacier is a must. Fox Glacier on the West Coast became a hot spot for tourism in the 1920s and has remained on the major New Zealand tourist trail ever since. Thousands of tourists visit Fox Glacier every year to enjoy the beautiful scenery and exciting activities you can do there. Fox Glacier is in the Westland Tai Poutini National Park area and part of the Te Wāhipounamu…

  • milford sound cruise company mitre peak boat
    Fiordland,  New Zealand,  South Island

    Milford Sound Cruise: Which Company To Choose? Top 8 Cruises

    With so many Milford Sound cruise operators it can be confusing on knowing which company to choose for your boat trip. This post will help you to understand the differences between all the Milford Sound cruise companies so that you can make an informed choice on which company to choose. Doing a Milford Sound cruise is a top bucket list item for many visitors to New Zealand to tick off their itinerary. Milford Sound is very deserving of the fame and attention it receives as it is very beautiful. It will become a highlight of your trip to New Zealand and you’ll have the memories and photos to treasure the…