Our Travel

Catching the ferry to Rawene from nearby Kohukohu offers the most enchanting approach to the charming township of Rawene.

Marking the shortest day and longest night of the year, winter solstice (21 June) symbolises the turning point towards light and renewal, inviting reflection and rest during the colder months – helping us to slow down.

Winter is our time to reconnect with awe and wonder. On the rugged Banks Peninsula coastline, Canterbury creatives Wendy and Alex Keir have used their talents to create a place for their guests to truly reconnect with what’s important.

Fondly referred to as Alex Keir’s ‘first wife’ by his wife Wendy, this much-loved Kingswood ute is a treasured heirloom, brought out for special occasions and sunny-day family escapades.

Growing up in Ōtautahi Christchurch before slowly creeping south over the last 20 years, Katherine Mitchell now calls Te Anau home, spending her days sharing adventures with others where the mountains meet the ocean.

Bri Woolnough’s 1986 BJ71 Toyota Land Cruiser has led to an abundance of adventures, a crash course in mechanics, and a whole new world of possibilities.

Settled amongst Martinborough’s sprawling vineyards and lush country gardens, Parehua Resort is the ultimate retreat to stay, relax, revitalise and explore.

For Bron Kemp, the heart of Tairāwhiti lies in the deep connection to culture and community which you can experience through storytelling, local boutiques and cuisine.

Been toying with the idea of a cruise? Travel broker Suzie Wilson provides some insider hints and tips to ensure you get it right.

Two remote islands in Fiji’s Yasawa group show measurable benefits from harnessing tourism’s economic power to restore a vulnerable marine environment and support an equally vulnerable local population.

Life on the Road

Growing up in Rotorua, Kirianna Poole always dreamed of seeing the world, and now her whole life is one big adventure on the road.

An Unforgettable trail

Glentanner Station has been in the Ivey family for generations, with tourism entering the picture in 1978. Business was booming until Covid hit, when Helen and Ross Ivey were forced to pivot. The result was the development of one of the most magnificent short walks New Zealand has seen. Words & Photos Sarah Horrocks.

Paradise Awaits in the Philippines

The Philippines is a nation of more than 7,000 tropical islands, a destination for trend-setting travellers from all around the world … but it seems New Zealand has missed the memo!

Central Otago is a destination for every time of year. We talk to Arrowtown-based architect Anna-Marie Chin about her top places to go when exploring this beautiful slice of Aotearoa.

With a passion for heading out locally and a love for quality picnic accessories, Susie Jamieson shares an insight into her top picks for exploring your backyard in style!

Nepal has no shortage of adventures. There are countless trails in the himal (mountains) or pahad (hills), some suited to hikers, trekkers and expeditioners while others are accessible to curious wanderers, offering a charming blend of natural beauty and cultural immersion.

Hospice South Canterbury provides those with a terminal illness special care and support on their end-of-life journey; while at the same time supporting the wider family. One of their major annual fundraisers is the Caroline Bay Rock & Hop. We talk to Kim Rogers to find out more about this incredible event.

A trip to Britain is always a history lesson. Here, we visit some special and varied gems – from historic houses to the charming city of York, an Arts and Crafts architectural masterpiece and a wee Fife fishing village. If you want to experience where a queen slept, walk ancient city walls, or ‘decipher’ the Second World War, read on …

A beautiful haven of peace, tranquillity and calm, Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa is a destination for those seeking stillness and a connection with culture. A Rotorua retreat awaiting to embrace you in its magic.

Kirianna and Lachlan Poole have built a successful life on the road, travelling the length of New Zealand, Australia and even Japan in their van – with three kids in tow! We get some expert advice on what different campsites in Aotearoa offer to set you up for your summertime adventures.

Travelling 300 days a year, Geoffrey Kent is a veritable expert on the world’s top travel destinations. Here are his top picks to visit …

Third-generation property developer Caroline Cooper-Dixon is a firm believer in finding what you love, and making a living from it. She talks to us about her journey, her learnings and her latest project – Rolleston Fields.

To celebrate our second wedding anniversary and taking our business to another level with the purchase of NZ Life & Leisure, my husband and I celebrated with a bucket-list adventure by going up.

Escape to paradise: Samanvaya Sidemen Resort offers a tranquil reset

Guests of this luxe Balinese resort are encouraged to fill their days with as much — or as little — as they please.

Hiking the Hexa: Footsteps through France

Hiking the Hexa is a tale of ups, downs and of going the distance... in one way or another.

A couple explores the rugged beauty of Indonesia and Australia’s Northern Territory from a luxury cruise ship.

Cruising on the Otago Harbour

A wildlife cruise on the Otago Harbour with this keen skipper could likely turn the most resolute landlubber into an ocean bird obsessive.

Rangiroa offers aquatic delights and a slice of France in the Pacific for those willing to take the plunge.

A Celebration of Longevity And Creativity – Akaroa Art Gallery

Just a stone’s throw from the main street of Akaroa is a powerhouse of a building – the Akaroa Art Gallery . A community-run enterprise that in April this year celebrates a milestone achievement.

A Spotlight On Harbour Street Jazz & Blues Festival

Ōamaru’s Harbour Street Jazz & Blues Festival has become a centrepiece on the Waitaki District events calendar. So mark it in your diary, Friday 22 – Sunday 24 March, and we will see you there!

Snippets – Feb/Mar 2024

Bite-size pieces celebrating local happenings, events and news.

A stroll through the streets and galleries of Adelaide inspires a new way of looking at the city.

Akaroa’s Mt Vernon Lodge: Where privacy meets beauty

With views out to the harbour and surrounded by native bush, Mt Vernon is perfectly poised to allow guests the opportunity to host an event, enjoy all that Akaroa has to offer, or to simply sit back and relax.

Snippets – Dec/Jan 2024

Bite-size pieces celebrating local happenings, events and news.