Learning to Speak Beer in New Zealand
Our personal story of discovering New Zealand beer is a good guide for the American beer lover considering a move or extended trip to New Zealand
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Two Perfect Days in Nelson
Nelson New Zealand is a hugely popular summer family destination for New Zealanders, and it also has lots of appeal for international visitors. We share our version of the perfect weekend visit for your first trip, drawn from our local experience and our guests’ reactions.
Continue reading →New Zealand South Island Penguins
New Zealand might not have particularly exotic wild mammals, but we do have wild penguins breeding on our shores. On our driving tour of the South Island, we saw dozens of wild penguins up close and for free. You can view wild penguins without going to Antarctica using a host of resources that highlight New Zealand penguins.
Continue reading →Akaroa and the Banks Peninsula
The views, the cheese and the harbor full of wildlife are all worthy reasons to make a detour to Akaroa from Christchurch if you want to relax for a few extra days.
Continue reading →Ten New Zealand Travel Tips
Ten things everyone learns pretty quickly during a trip to New Zealand that you really should know before you get here
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