Going Up the Sky Tower for a Look at All of Auckland

Going Up the Sky Tower for a Look at All of Auckland

The Sky Tower in Auckland was one of those places where I didn’t know exactly what to expect. Sure, it’s one of those big tourist … Read more

The New Zealand Wildlife I Actually Saw on the South Island

The New Zealand Wildlife I Actually Saw on the South Island

The New Zealand Wildlife I Actualy Saw on the South Island Truth be told, I visited the South Island of New Zealand for the scenery. … Read more

What I Learned About Driving in New Zealand on a South Island Road Trip

What I Learned About Driving in New Zealand on a South Island Road Trip

I learned some lessons from my South Island road trip driving in New Zealand. New Zealands South Island is one place you can drive forever; … Read more

Every New Zealand Lake I Stopped At on the South Island

Every New Zealand Lake I Stopped At on the South Island

I drove around the South Island for a week for my own sake. And to be honest, it became quite the lake tour. There was … Read more

Why I'd Visit New Zealand in Winter Again

Why I’d Visit New Zealand in Winter Again

Okay, confession time: winter in New Zealand wasn’t near the top of my list initially. It’s summer when most people go; I can see why, … Read more

Driving From Christchurch to Mount Cook, Stop by Stop

Driving From Christchurch to Mount Cook, Stop by Stop

On a winter’s morning, I drove from Christchurch to Mount Cook. In truth, the highlight of my journey was the drive there. People talk about … Read more

I Went Looking for Lord of the Rings Filming Locations and Only Properly Found One

I Went Looking for Lord of the Rings Filming Locations and Only Properly Found One

I went looking for Lord of the Rings filming locations and only found one properly. When I arrived in New Zealand, I had the Lord … Read more

I Went Looking for Snow in New Zealand and Found It All Over the South Island

I Went Looking for Snow in New Zealand and Found It All Over the South Island

I Went Looking for snow in New Zealand and Found Snowy Peaks Filling the Horizon All Over the South Island Visiting the South Island of … Read more

New Zealand Food I Ate on My South Island Road Trip (Photos)

New Zealand Food I Ate on My South Island Road Trip (Photos)

After driving around the South Island for a few weeks, it’s fair to say that some of my favorite experiences were just finding places off-the-beaten … Read more

I Drove From Christchurch to Queenstown and Here's Every Stop I Made

I Drove From Christchurch to Queenstown and Here’s Every Stop I Made

The thing about New Zealand is they don’t do subtle very well, just drive from Christchurch to Queenstown and spend 16 days pulling over every … Read more

9 Things to Do in Wanaka (2 Days Itinerary)

9 Things to Do in Wanaka (2 Days Itinerary)

A resort town in the South Island of New Zealand, Wanaka is located on the southern end of the lake, also called Wanaka. The mountain … Read more