Where to See Lupins on the South Island

If you've seen pictures of New Zealand, you've probably seen fields of lupins in bloom. These pink, purple, and yellow flowers pop up by the thousands in the summer, dotting the countryside with...

Exploring Hobbiton Movie Set

If you are a fan of the Lord of the Rings and the Hobbit you can't go to New Zealand and not go to the Hobbiton movie set. For me, it was a dream come true and a very emotional day as well. Here how...

Hiking Mt. Manaia

Our first stop on our trip to New Zealand was the beautiful town of Whangarei. Whangarei is a city in the Northland region of the North Island. We decided to stay in Whangarei because of its...

Air Travel: Don't Sit Near the Bulkhead Seats in A Flight!

From my past air travel experience, I have learnt that most airlines seat families with babies or young kids in the middle bulkhead row in economy. Now, it is great if you travelling with a...

The Ultimate New Zealand Solo Travel Guide

It's no secret that Aotearoa New Zealand or ‘land of the long white cloud' is a top backpacking destination. A land full of adventure, it's home to some of the most awe-inspiring natural sights in...

4 Reasons to Fly United Airlines

I fly often, but I keep coming back to you, United. Whenever you search any airline, you'll find comment after comment of angry customers. Let's be honest: people are crazy, and yes...