Bank Peninsula: a hidden gem just south of Christchurch

New Zealand is home to so many beautiful places, it can be hard to choose which places to go to, having only limited time. As we just started our adventure, exploring Canterbury and the South...

Milford Sound: A dolphin-filled glacial valley

The landscape of Milford Sound isn’t just a Geographer’s dream. It’s a must-see for anyone who finds themselves in New Zealand. It’s not actually a ‘sound’, it’s a fiord. Today...

Blenheim on a Budget

Mum and I recently went to Blenheim for a friend's wedding. Let's start with a budget travel tip! We decided to take the ferry, rather than fly. It was cheaper and we took our car with us - plus the...

Getting off the Beaten Track in New Zealand

There are lots of tourists in NZ. Join a tour if you are here for a short trip and get the feel of the country. Plan to come back again - and spend your time with a hire car based in one or two...

How Much Sleep Do You Need Before a Road Trip?

I know that road trips are exciting and fun and everyone loves them. However, road trips can also be tiring and leave you calculating how much sleep you need before one. I usually stress out before a...

Favorite Scenic Drives in France

THE COASTS: Roughly 20 km on both sides of St Malo on the English Channel. The road to Quiberon. The Mediterranean coast road from Cannes to le Lavandou. These are all good examples of cliffs, rocks...