There are few cities in the world that are as complete in one architectural style as Napier, New Zealand. Following a major earthquake in 1931, the city rebuilt completely in the style of the times, which happened to be Art Deco. Today, Napier is a major stop on tours of New Zealand because of this […]
If you’re seeking exciting cultural activities and geothermal attractions, Rotorua, New Zealand – and the nearby town of Taupo – is where you need to go. The heart of the Bay of Plenty, only 3 hours from Auckland, Rotorua is one of the best places to learn about the Maori culture. It’s also the base […]
Auckland, New Zealand might not be the capital of this tiny country but it’s by far the largest city (population approximately 1.5 million). It’s home to the major international airport, and is therefore the usual first stop on a New Zealand itinerary. Auckland, New Zealand has quite a bit to do, and (with the average […]
Kia ora! This week and next I’m going to talk about New Zealand cities. While most people are familiar with Auckland, Wellington, and Queenstown, there are a few more than that. New Zealand only has a population of 4.69 million, and the majority of them live in the North Island. There are five large cities […]
While most people think of Australia and New Zealand wine, they think of them as new destinations. However, a lot of the wineries in both Australia and New Zealand date back to the 19th century. Many of the early European settlers planted grapes, and while a lot of wineries don’t date that far back, the […]
In late 2015, while still living in New Zealand, I had the opportunity to guide a small trip through New Zealand. It sounds enterprising, but it was my brother and his friend, both travelling to New Zealand for a friend’s wedding. My brother hasn’t been there since he was 7 (or 6, he skipped his […]