25 Unmissable Things to Do in South Island, New Zealand

There are so many incredible things to do in the South Island of New Zealand that one trip is never enough. Most South Island activities are focused on the outdoors—you can hike on glaciers, cycle through vineyards, sail down majestic fiords, paddle on turquoise lakes, and bungy jump into emerald rivers. The scenery is magnificent from...

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25 Best Things to Do in Maui for an Unforgettable Trip

There are so many amazing things to do in Maui, Hawaii whether you are looking for relaxation or adventure. Drive the famous Road to Hana, hike through bamboo forest, cycle down a volcano, swim under a waterfall, learn to surf, or just laze on the many golden and black sand beaches. The island is rich with wildlife—you can snorkel with...

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15 Unforgettable Things to Do in Bay of Islands, New Zealand

The Bay of Islands is a stunning holiday destination in subtropical Northland in the far north of New Zealand. It’s an area of idyllic islands, golden beaches, rolling green hills, and native forest rich with birds. It’s an important place in New Zealand’s history—Waitangi is known as the birthplace of the nation, and Russell is the oldest and...

Sep 2021

Allbirds Mizzles Review: Are Waterproof Allbirds Worth it?

As a big fan of the Allbirds Wool Runners, I was excited to try the water repellent version, the Allbirds Wool Runner Mizzles. These cosy merino wool sneakers sounded even better for winter wear with non-slip soles and the ability to withstand rain. Like all Allbirds shoes, they are super comfortable, machine washable, and made from sustainable...

Aug 2021

Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail: The Ultimate Guide to New Zealand’s Spectacular New Bike Ride

The Lake Dunstan Cycle Trail from Cromwell to Clyde in Central Otago is New Zealand’s newest bike track, and it is spectacular. The unique trail follows Lake Dunstan and passes vineyards and rugged mountains before heading into the dramatic Cromwell Gorge. Here impressive engineering has made the trail possible by bolting platforms onto sheer rock...

Jul 2021

12 Best Road Trip Stops on the East Coast of the South Island, New Zealand

The East Coast of New Zealand’s South Island is often overlooked in favour of the more dramatic West Coast. So we were surprised by how much we loved our East Coast road trip. The beaches and coastal scenery are spectacular, and it’s the best part of New Zealand to spot wildlife. We swam with dolphins, saw hundreds of seals, strolled past sea lions,...

Jun 2021

Gibbston Valley Wineries: The Ultimate Guide to Wine Tasting Near Queenstown

The Gibbston Valley is our favourite wine region in New Zealand. Located between rugged mountains and the dramatic Kawarau Gorge, the scenery is spectacular, the pinot noir is some of the best in the world, and it’s easily accessible from Queenstown. The compact area (part of the larger Central Otago wine region) has just eight cellar doors open to...

Jun 2021

17 Relaxing Things to Do in Queenstown, New Zealand

Queenstown is known as the adventure capital of New Zealand and attracts adrenaline junkies wanting to jump off bridges, swing through canyons, and ski down mountains. But there are plenty of relaxing things to do in Queenstown if you want to explore at a slower pace. This is one of the most beautiful parts of the country with a stunning location...

May 2021

The Best 3 Day Yosemite Itinerary for Summer

3 days in Yosemite National Park is ideal to get a taster of this awe-inspiring natural wonderland. The park is huge so you could spend weeks there and still not see it all, but this 3 day Yosemite itinerary covers the classic highlights as well as some less well-known sights. We visited Yosemite in July and were worried that it would be crowded,...

May 2021

Highlights of Year 11 as Digital Nomads

For the first time ever we celebrated our nomadiversary on 1st March in the same country as we did last year. Our 11th year as digital nomads certainly didn’t go as planned. Reading over last year’s travel highlights post, there was no indication that we knew what was in store for us, despite being written just a week before a pandemic was officially...

Mar 2021