new zealand
If you've seen the Lord of the Rings films, you already know why New Zealand is at the top of most travelers' must-see lists.
Exploring New Zealand by Car
With all the magnificent glaciers, snow-capped mountains, miles of mesmerizing coastline and beautiful beaches, exploring New Zealand by car will certainly be a wonderful experience. Relaxing hot springs, peaceful lakes, and endless grassy plains will offer you the most fascinating scenery to capture on your camera, or simply relish as you take a break from the drive. With numerous spectacular destinations, it will take you at least a week to see the majority of what you’ve planned, and we also have a few tips on how to make the most of your New Zealand exploring.
By Isla Wright7 years ago in Wander
Tribal Knowings; Beating Drums
The Rainbow Gathering found its place within my life as soon as my bare feet touched down on the lands of New Zealand. I was to spend the year wandering amongst the vast and rolling mountains, everlasting valleys, and crystalline waters that wove magic throughout the country. The same magic that glittered early mornings, waking up to the rising sun peeking his rays over the holy greens, was, in fact, the same magic that brought the word of Rainbow Gathering to me. Passed down through the generations of connected ancestors, Rainbow Gathering has lived amongst us all for centuries.
By ~Ray~ Quintas7 years ago in Wander
Most Remote Beach in the World . Top Story - February 2018.
If you are at all like me, you're always seeking a new adventure and an opportunity to run from the cold and head for warm rays and Vitamin D. Among one these fleeting trips from Wisconsin winters, I traveled to New Zealand for a two week trek around the south island.
By Patty Grimmer8 years ago in Wander
Luxurious Lavender
If you find yourself in the Wairarapa in January treat yourself to an outing that will indulge the senses. Located on the outskirts of Carterton, Lavender Abbey is part of a seven-acre lifestyle property belonging to Stuart and Jan Abernethy. They started the plantation after they moved to the Wairarapa in 2008 and fell in love with lavender and its huge range of uses. They have over 2,000 plants and lavender cultivation starts in Spring (September in New Zealand) and finishes in February with an annual crop of around 700kg of flowers. These are made into essential oil (that they have won awards for) and they then use the oil in a range of their own handcrafted products from soap, lotions and creams to wood polish.
By Skye Bothma8 years ago in Wander
Queenstown: A Travel Guide
Winter isn’t a lot of fun unless you are properly equipped with some skis and a hip flask. It was only a short flight to Queenstown on the South Island of New Zealand but it felt like a world away from the dreariness of Sydney. Fresh deep snow, blue skies, and the streets teeming with attractive men in expensive winter wear.
By Gareth Johnson9 years ago in Wander
Spa Break Destinations Down-Under
Modern life can often feel a bit stressful. You’re running flat-out, trying to juggle your career, your friends, your family — it’s not often that you get to take a few moments out for yourself, just to relax and unwind, to decompress and get ready to get back in the game and do it all again.
By Gareth Johnson9 years ago in Wander
