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Category: South Island
First year at Otago? Student Advice I wish I’d known
Like anything in life, university has ups and downs: one minute you’re basking in the sun on clocktower lawn; the next, you’ve been woken up at 3am by somebody throwing up on your car outside. When I think back on my undergrad years, it was good fun, but I did make some ill-informed decisions. Here,…
My scariest vanlife story: don’t make these mistakes
Vanlife can be the best and worst of times. Here’s one of the worst. Learn from my mistakes from my true, scariest vanlife experience…
The Ultimate Dunedin Gift Guide for Foodies
Looking for a unique gift? Discover these 10 artisan producers from Dunedin and their delicious goods…
The magic Maniatoto: your guide to 4 awesome places
With its awesome ranges and wide open spaces, a visit to the Maniatoto is rarely forgotten. Here we’ll explore the best things see and do…
7 haunted Dunedin hotspots that will freak you out
From theatres to historical ruins, here we’ll explore the most notorious haunted Dunedin hotspots that have become part of local legend…
How to travel the South Island without a car: All you need to know
Open spaces, mountains, remote townships, and hidden valleys… Travelling around the South Island without a car can be daunting, but luckily there plenty of ways to explore…
Can you guess the inspiration for these 9 weird NZ place names?
What’s in a name? Here are some of the meanings behind the most strange and funny NZ place names from the South Island…
Visiting Ranfurly? Don’t miss these four stunning nature walks
Short walks are one of the most enjoyable ways to appreciate the varied landscapes and history of Central Otago. Here are 4 scenic walking destinations near Ranfurly, Otago.
Mysteries of the Otago goldrush: who was Jack Tewa?
Jack Tewa left an enduring mark on Central Otago. However, relatively little is known about the life of this iconic character.
Ever heard of these weird and wonderful Dunedin place names?
The stories behind Dunedin’s peculiar place names: Balaclava – Murdering Beach – Lawyer’s Head – Pineapple Track – Māori Hill
Sandflies in New Zealand: the Milford menace and what you can do about them
Sandflies have a habit of haunting New Zealand’s scenic hotspots. Here are some helpful tips to help you avoid and cope with these pesky insects.
How to preserve rosehips: an easy guide
Make the most of Otago’s autumn bounty by preserving your own rosehip skins and enjoy the benefits of this vitamin C packed superfood…
10 amazing experiences in Dunedin/Ōtepoti that you cannot miss
Imagine a city where you can go from a brewery tour to the World’s steepest street within an hour? Or from New Zealand’s only castle to watching the rarest penguin? Here are the experiences in Dunedin that you cannot miss!
Rural New Zealand slang words you should know
Understand rural Kiwis and spice up your conversations with these common and not-so-common rural slang words.
Picton to Invercargill: a quick travel guide to the South Island
Here’s a helpful overview of the ‘must-dos’ when travelling from Picton to Invercargill via State Highway 1.
The Hilarious New Zealand Moa Hoax
During the 1950s, New Zealand was consumed by a ‘moa hoax’ that started in Kumara, a small town on the West Coast. It will go down in history as one of New Zealand’s finest.
Town slogans of the South Island, New Zealand
Here are the slogans and mottos for some of the towns, cities and settlements across the South Island of New Zealand.
11 Awesome Things To Do in Picton
Best things to do in Picton, New Zealand. Walks – hikes – family friendly – tours – cruises – wildlife – museums
Top things to do in the Catlins, New Zealand
Between Dunedin and Invercargill lies a land of sweeping coasts and podocarp forests ringing with waterfalls and bird calls. Here are some of the top natural attractions of the Catlins.
Packing List & Tips: Cycling the Otago Rail Trail in Winter
A packing list for my 2018 ~7 day stint cycling the Otago Central Rail Trail in winter.