Dec 28, 2020• by NatachaTravelBlogger
Russell, also known as Kororareka in the early 19th century, was the first permanent European settlement and port in New Zealand. It is situated in the Bay of Islands, in the far north of the North...
Dec 17, 2020• by njanowski
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...
Dec 4, 2020• by NatachaTravelBlogger
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...
Nov 26, 2020• by NatachaTravelBlogger
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...
Nov 22, 2020• by Francesca
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...
Nov 8, 2020• by BecandPip
The Hills Are Alive with The Sound of Whinging!
“I'm going to re-virginate.” Announced Pip, as we drove from one car park to another in order to find the type of weather she was happy to walk up a hill in. It seems that rain and wind...