Things to Do in South Island

Christchurch: an hour by hour beginners guide where to eat and drink

We have been living in Christchurch for almost 3 months and time is really flying by fast. We are lucky enough to be located right in the city centre. Often enough, we go for a nice big stroll...

Camping in The Catlins: Papatowai Paradis (New Zealand)

Set among tranquil native bush abundant with birdlife, Papatowai Campsite is a great base to explore the natural wonders of the Catlins. Located south of Owaka, the little township of...

Camp Glenorchy: an ecological piece of art

Most travellers know Queenstown by heart, being the thrill capital of New Zealand. However, not many know that the road doesn’t end in Queenstown. In fact, the very few who wisely decide to...

Sunrise on Roys Peak: Is the Instagram hike worth waking up early?

It’s 2:30 AM and the alarm on Simone her phone goes off. “It’s time to wake up.” she said. “We have to go”. It was a clear and dark night and millions of stars flickered in the night...

Our First Impression of Christchurch: walking through the sleepy city

We have decided to call Christchurch our home for the coming year. It is the largest city on New Zealand’s South Island, but it certainly doesn’t feel that way. Christchurch has a very...

Silostay: an ecological wonder in a place of little wonders

While being on the road enjoying the Banks Peninsula we were able to make a stop and check out SiloStay in Little River. SiloStay is a very unique accommodation made out of grain silos. These...