So, you want to jump out of a plane. Or you’re at least thinking about it, you’re jump curious (my advice for these people is to just do it, YOLO). I recently made my skydiving debut with Skydive Taupo, and I was absolutely blown away by the whole experience.
Author: Emily Coffey
The Truth About Queenstown (and other South Island Destinations)
What happens when Kiwis experience Queenstown for the first time? Are they as blown away by the scenery and as excited about Ferg Burger as people from other countries? And what about the rest of the South, is the landscape really that awe-inspiring? We sent our mate Jess to find out.
10 Mind Blowing Facts About Whales
Did you know the blue whale’s heart is the size of a Volkswagen Beetle? The mind boggles. We asked the crew at Wings Over Whales in Kaikoura what makes these mysterious creatures of the deep so special. Having operated scenic whale watching flights for over 20 years, they know some pretty cool facts about whales…
New Zealand phone plans, data and internet: Everything you need to know!
Most backpackers coming to New Zealand won’t want to rely on finding free wifi to stay connected. While free wifi exists (see the list at the bottom of this article), if you’re heading off the beaten track it’s much harder to find, and that’s where all the Instagram worthy photos come from! Check out our […]
Why the TranzAlpine is a New Zealand Must Do!
National Geographic listed the TranzAlpine Train Journey from Christchurch to Greymouth as one of the most scenic in the world. Jerry from accounts set out to find out what makes this trip one of NZ’s top experiences, and so much more than just means of transport…