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New Zealand

From dreamy-blue alpine lakes to dramatic fjords and psychedelic geothermal landscapes, New Zealand is a spectacularly beautiful country. Here are some highlights on the North and South islands of New Zealand.

Things to do in Rotorua

11 Fun Things to do in Rotorua, New Zealand without a car

21 March 202119 December 2020 by Margarita

The small town of Rotorua on New Zealand’s North Island is one of the earth’s most unearthly places. It sits inside of a collapsed volcano crater known as Rotorua caldera. … Read more

Bird watching on Lake Rotorua – an acidic lake inside a volcano crater in New Zealand

13 February 202114 February 2020 by Margarita

As far as unusual birdwatching destinations go, Lake Rotorua will top many lists. The lake and its namesake town lie inside of a collapsed volcano crater known as Rotorua caldera. … Read more

New Zealand South Island Road Trip

One-week New Zealand South Island Road Trip Itinerary

21 March 202116 January 2020 by Margarita

Living in Australia, we often overlook New Zealand in favour of more distant and exotic destinations. And it is a shame, because, in terms of natural beauty, New Zealand is … Read more

Lake Pukaki to Queenstown road trip

Lake Pukaki to Queenstown – Return to Middle-earth

31 July 202016 January 2020 by Margarita

Lake Pukaki to Queenstown road trip is the most spectacular drive in New Zealand, in my humble opinion. Between the dreamy-blue glacial lakes, the snow-covered ridges of Aoraki/Mount Cook National … Read more

New Zealand South Island Road Trip - Lake Wakana

Queenstown to Fox Glacier – New Zealand Road trip

21 March 202112 January 2020 by Margarita

New Zealand’s South Island is the land of incredible contrasts. From the lush rainforests of the Fiordland National Park, we headed to the snow-covered mountain tops of Fox Glacier in Westland … Read more

Milford Sound day trip from Queenstown

What to Expect from Milford Sound Day Trip from Queenstown?

9 September 20209 January 2020 by Margarita

No trip to New Zealand’s South Island would be complete without a visit to Milford Sound in Fiordland National Park. This World Heritage site lies just over the Southern Alps … Read more

Queenstown to Glenorchy - New Zealand Road Trip

Queenstown to Glenorchy via Middle-earth – New Zealand Road trip

31 July 20206 January 2020 by Margarita

When most of us think about New Zealand, the first thing that comes to mind is the magnificent scenery portrayed in The Lord of the Rings movies. So not surprisingly, … Read more

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