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      • Hong Kong
      • Indonesia
      • Japan
      • Malaysia
      • Mongolia
      • Philippines
      • Singapore
      • South Korea
      • Taiwan
      • Vietnam
    • Europe
      • Austria
      • Bosnia and Herzegovina
      • Croatia
      • Czech Republic
      • Germany
      • Hungary
      • Iceland
      • Montenegro
      • Netherlands
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      • Canada
      • Puerto Rico
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  • New Zealand,  Oceania

    New Zealand Road Trip: Christchurch to Queenstown

    March 23, 2025 /

    If you are looking for the perfect New Zealand road trip, the drive between Christchurch and Queenstown is breathtaking journey that winds through stunning landscapes that showcase New Zealand’s beautiful nature.  Traveling from Christchurch to Queenstown, you’ll pass by picturesque lakes, gorges, the Southern Alps, and so much more. Along the way there are so plenty of opportunities to stop, explore, and grab a bite to eat.  I created this post to outline our New Zealand road trip between Christchurch and Queenstown to include our recommended stops, places to eat, and share tips that we learned along the way. **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of…

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    10 Things to do in Queenstown: From Must Eats to Road Trips

    March 15, 2025 /

    Queenstown, the adventure capital of New Zealand is a must visit destination for those looking for epic road trips, exhilarating attractions, or just want to see beautiful scenery. Whether you are visiting here to take a day trip to Milford Sound or want to try New Zealand’s best burger, here are some of my recommended top things to do in Queenstown, New Zealand.   **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links or banners throughout the page, whether it be TripAdvisor, Booking.com. Agoda.com, or any other affiliate, I might receive commission at no extra cost to you. For more information, you can visit my affiliate link…

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    Day Trip to Milford Sound from Queenstown

    March 8, 2025 /

    Located in New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound is one of the world’s most beautiful natural wonders and one of the countries most popular destinations. A day trip to Milford Sound from Queenstown is a must and can be done either through a tour or driving yourself.  We rented a car and drove to Milford Sound, the drive there was worth it alone. In this post, I cover it all and go into detail about our day trip to Milford Sound to include what the drive was like versus booking a tour, taking a cruise, and stopping along beautiful sites along the way.  **This post contains affiliate links. If…

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    Hooker Valley Track to Mount Cook Lookout: All You Need to Know

    February 28, 2025 /

    If you are looking for amazing hikes in New Zealand then I recommend the Hooker Valley Track to the Mount Cook lookout. The Hooker Valley Track is a 10km there and back hike that offers plenty of beautiful views and stunning mountainous terrains.  From the parking lot, you follow the Hooker Valley Track across three swing bridges that ultimately end at Hooker Lake. At Hooker Lake you get a chance to see Mount Cook and Hooker Glacier.  We did the Hooker Valley Track during New Zealand’s summer months and it was a spectacular time to visit. We completed the hike and want to share our experience, recommendations, and how to…

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    Hiking the Mount Sunday Track in New Zealand to Edoras in Rohan

    February 22, 2025 /

    One does not simply visit New Zealand without hiking the Mount Sunday Track. Mount Sunday is the filming location of Edoras, the capital of Rohan in The Lord of the Rings.  The Mount Sunday Track is an easy 1.5 km hike to the top of Edoras. The beauty surrounding the rock is stunning. It’s easy to see why Peter Jackson chose this spot to film Edoras. **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links or banners throughout the page, whether it be TripAdvisor, Booking.com. Agoda.com, or any other affiliate, I might receive commission at no extra cost to you. For more information, you can visit…

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    Hiking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing: One of the World’s Best Hikes

    February 10, 2025 /

    Considered to be one of the world’s best day hikes, the Tongariro Alpine Crossing in New Zealand is a spectacular yet challenging hike. Hiking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing offers stunning views of  volcanic landscapes, emerald lakes, and rugged terrain.  This 19.4 kilometer (12.1 miles) trek takes hikers through diverse landscapes from hiking at the base of Mt. Ngauruhoe to finishing the trek in lush forested areas. Trekking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing is no walk in the park. This post details our experience on one of New Zealand’s best hikes. I’ll go over the shuttle bus system, what to pack, and what to expect along the way.  **This post contains affiliate…

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  • Hobbiton Movie Set
    New Zealand,  Oceania

    Visiting the Hobbiton Movie Set in New Zealand

    February 6, 2025 /

    Are you a fan of “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Hobbit” movie trilogies? If so, then visiting the Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata, New Zealand is a must!  Take a guided tour of Hobbiton and see charming hobbit-holes dotting the beautiful green landscape, stand in front of Bag End, and drink a pint of ale at the iconic Green Dragon Inn.  On a trip to New Zealand, we had the opportunity to visit Hobbiton from Auckland and want to share our journey into Middle-Earth from how we booked Hobbiton Movie Set tickets to what it is like walking through a hobbit-hole.  “I’m Going On An Adventure!” – Bilbo…

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    Visiting Rangitoto Island from Auckland by Ferry

    January 29, 2025 /

    Just a short ferry ride from Auckland is Rangitoto Island. This volcanic island formed after an eruption around 600 years ago. It has stayed relatively wild as there are no people that live here, it hasn’t been destroyed by agriculture, and many native animals call Rangitoto Island home.  Most visitors come to Rangitoto Island to hike and explore its unique nature. Whether you are hiking to the summit, interested in geology, or just want to escape the city, Rangitoto Island is makes for a great destination that is easily accessible by ferry from Auckland.  **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links or banners throughout…

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    Is Auckland Worth Visiting as a Tourist?

    January 26, 2025 /

    If you are traveling to New Zealand, chances are you are flying into Auckland. So if you are like me, you might wonder if Auckland is even worth visiting? After all, you came to New Zealand to see Lord of the Rings sites and beautiful nature. I spent a little over two days in Auckland and have mixed feelings. Personally, I feel Auckland is well worth visiting, I thoroughly enjoyed my visit here. But at the same time, I feel like Auckland wasn’t as exciting as I’d imagined.  As a tourist, is Auckland worth visiting? I created this post to share my experiences, things to do in Auckland, and how…

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    One Day in Brisbane Itinerary: How we Spent 24 Hours in the City

    January 21, 2025 /

    Is one day in Brisbane enough? The quick answer to that is not really, but sometimes 24 hours is all you have in a city and trust me, you can see a lot of Brisbane in just 24 hours.  We had a multi day layover in Brisbane prior to our trip to New Zealand and had one day set aside to explore Brisbane. From walking across the Story Bridge and shopping at Queen Street Mall to relaxing in the City Botanic Gardens and eating fish and chips, this post details how we spent one day in Brisbane.  **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links…

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