by Vicki Baensch | May 28, 2022 | New Zealand, South Island
Dr Gerry McSweeney was a university student in the 1970s. He helped fund his studies by guiding tourist walks in the National Parks of New Zealand. Now, 45 years later, at Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki he still guides rainforest walks and kayak trips almost every day....
by Vicki Baensch | Oct 15, 2021 | New Zealand, North Island
There’s something special about fairy lights. Maybe it’s to do with the enchanting atmosphere, but in the natural world you can expect that and more with New Zealand’s answer, the Glow worms. They are unique to New Zealand and offer an alluring blue glow and a sea of...
by Vicki Baensch | Aug 23, 2021 | New Zealand, South Island
Marlborough Sounds Credit: MarlboroughNZ There is no doubt about it, this pandemic is tough. Whilst international travel is heavily restricted, the one thing we can do if we are lucky enough is to treat ourselves to those special moments in our very own backyard. For...
by Vicki Baensch | Jun 21, 2021 | New Zealand, North Island
I know I keep repeating myself. But when it comes to New Zealand it is all about nature and adventure…it’s that simple really! So, when you find yourself in New Zealand’s most populous city, make sure to grab the opportunity to escape the city life (sorry...
by admin | Apr 26, 2021 | New Zealand, North Island
New Zealand is all about nature and adventure. That’s definitely my take on this wondrous country. Yes, they have cities…but the main attraction for me and most visitors is to visit and experience the soul of those Insta-worthy landscapes that simply take your...
by admin | Feb 23, 2021 | New Zealand, South Island
Love at first Sight Bungy at first sight…now that is a twist on the traditional Valentine’s Day date! Not that I did it, but plenty of people did do a tandem Bungy with a stranger. AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand co-founder Henry van Asch explained it’s all about...