Jon Algie 
I’m just going to come out and say it – the Milford Track is New Zealand’s greatest Great Walk. Of the nine Great Walks (with more to come) in New Zealand, it has the most iconic scenery, starting at the northern edge of Lake Te Anau and finishing up at Milford Sound. This Milford Track … Read more
Fiordland National Park is the place to go for waterfalls in New Zealand – it is one of the wettest (in terms of rainfall) regions in the world after all! But where are the best waterfalls in Fiordland National Parks? Which ones should you try and see? Which ones are hidden away on Great Walks? … Read more
The last day of the Milford Track! The first three days were awesome, and we were extremely lucky with the weather. But, this is Fiordland, and having four decent days in a row is too much to ask! Day 4 of the Milford Track for us meant lots of rain, but also lots of waterfalls! … Read more
We’ve travelled to the Catlins heaps over the last few years and always seem to find something new to see. Whether you’re doing a day trip to the Catlins or spending a few days in the area, it can be an overwhelming place to plan a trip to (so many beaches and waterfalls!). This Catlins … Read more
If you’re a fan of beaches, waterfalls and stunning coastal viewpoints, you’re going to love the Catlins. The Catlins is in the far southeast of New Zealand’s South Island and it’s the perfect place for a road trip – weather it’s a day trip from Dunedin or part of your journey south to Invercargill / … Read more
Day 3 of the Milford Track is by far the most dramatic. The track takes you up and over Mackinnon Pass, where you’ll see amazing views of various valleys and mountains. From there, the highest point on the track, you’ll head down to the Arthur Valley, where a detour to the tallest waterfall in New … Read more
Day 2 of the Milford Track again sees you wandering through the Clinton Valley, taking in heaps of awesome viewpoints along the way. It’s a far harder day than the first, but that just means there are heaps more views to see. The reward for a long day of walking is the picturesque (and newly … Read more
If you’re a Kiwi reading this, you’ll probably already know that the Milford Track is one of the most iconic walks in New Zealand. It takes you from the shores of Lake Te Anau to Milford Sound, through two of the most beautiful valleys you’ll ever see. I’ll be writing a post for each day … Read more
There are heaps of iconic spots to visit in the Catlins, but there are also some lesser-known places you’ll pass by on the way to them. Tunnel Hill is one of those places. Definitely not somewhere you’d plan a trip to exclusively, but a worthwhile stop on the Catlins tourist trail all the same. Keep … Read more
If you’ve grown up in New Zealand then you’ve probably heard that the Nelson / Tasman / Golden Bay area is full of amazing beaches. Some of the best beaches in New Zealand in fact. That’s definitely true, but what about the beaches in Motueka itself? Are they any good, or should you just head … Read more