Jon Algie 
Are you looking for a tour guide or driver to take you around New Zealand’s South Island? I’m entering the tour guiding game for the 2025 / 26 Summer season — keep reading to see if I’d be a good fit for your South Island travel needs! Local Knowledge I’ve been a full-time travel blogger … Read more
If you’re looking for an easy and scenic short walk along one of the few roads on Stewart Island then head over the hill from downtown Oban to Golden Bay, Thule Bay and Vaila Voe Bay. There are a few things to see along the way, so keep reading if you’re planning a trip to … Read more
There are heaps of options for short walks around Oban, the main village on Stewart Island. The walk to Ringaringa Beach and then the tracks near Wohlers Monument is an underrated one — we had no idea what to expect and it was way better than I could have imagined! Walking to Ringaringa Beach There … Read more
The South Island’s two most iconic mountain resort towns are only an hour apart over the winding Crown Range. This post will help you choose which one to stay in and whether you should visit the other one on a day trip or not. Queenstown VS Wānaka Queenstown, by the shores of Lake Wakatipu, is … Read more
Hoopers Inlet is one of the main natural features on the Otago Peninsula. You can see it from a few different angles when driving around the winding gravel roads — we’ll show you the best spots as well as some tips to make the most of your trip to this section of the Otago Peninsula. … Read more
A trip to New Zealand’s South Island will look quite different depending on when you choose to visit. From the cold depths of winter to those endless summer days when you might sometimes beat the sun to bed before it finally sets. When is the best time to visit the South Island, for both weather … Read more
This is a post for people who have a short time in Dunedin and want to see the best this beautiful city has to offer. Spending a day in Dunedin can be relaxing or hectic and involve exploring the city’s history as well as its natural wonders. Join me on a quick tour of Dunedin! … Read more
Beaches on the South Island’s West Coast tend to be a little rough around the edges, with the upside being you often have them all to yourself! Monro Beach is a great one to visit if you find yourself driving between Haast and Glacier Country. It’s located down a quiet bush track and you might … Read more
The Southern Scenic Route, connecting Dunedin and Queenstown via the southern coast, is the most famous touring route in New Zealand’s South Island. The whole thing is just over 600km and takes in some of the island’s top coastal scenery as well as some stunning inland vistas. Southern Scenic Route The Southern Scenic Route starts … Read more
Blenheim’s position on the South Island tourist trial is down to two things: its proximity to the Marlborough Sounds and its wine industry. Vineyards sit on the edges of town and the wider area is a haven for wine tours and long lunches by the vines. There are some other fun things to do in … Read more