Planning a Trip to New Zealand

National Army Museum in Waiouru

A great way to break the drive south is a stop at the National Army Museum in Waiouru. This is not only a great resource of our part in all wars we’ve been involved in but an insight into what our...

Walks around Tauranga

There are a few walks you do at The Mount or Mauoa, as it’s affectionally known, a walk around the base which is 3km long and takes about 45-minutes and two walks to the summit, 232m above sea...

A Sunday drive south of Auckland, New Zealand

Less than 45-minutes south of Auckland on the other side of the Bombay Hills is the little township of Pokeno. For years it has been the stopping off point for travellers, having a break in...

There's more to Waitomo than the caves

Everyone has heard about the Glowworm Caves in Waitomo and yet most people wouldn't realise there is more to see in this little corner of New Zealand and all within a half-hour radius. With three...

Walks in the Tongariro National Park

Although the best one day walk in the world, the Tongariro Crossing isn’t all that the Central Plateau has to offer anyone wanting to explore the area. There are many walks that fit all ages and...

Rotorua Nature Walks

With so much to do and see in Rotorua, taking the time to slow down and smell the flowers, is often missed. There are so many great walks around Rotorua for all ages and fitness levels the only...