Category: South Island
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No Fluff Reviews: The West Coast
What does it really mean to be a Kiwi? Perhaps it’s to survive enduring rain, sing along to Dave Dobbyn, or, when all else fails, know where to find the best pies in town… On the West Coast, you can do all three at once. Visiting the West is like going back to another era….
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First year at Otago? Student Advice I Wish I’d Known
Like anything in life, university has its ups and downs. One minute, you’re basking in the blissful sunshine on clocktower lawn. The next, you’ve been woken up at 3am by somebody throwing up on your car outside. When I reflect on my undergrad years, there are a few things I wish I’d known – things…
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My Scariest Vanlife Experience
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…
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The Ultimate Dunedin Gift Guide for Foodies
Looking for a unique gift? Discover these 10 artisan producers from Dunedin and their delicious goods…
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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…
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The Top 7 Haunted Dunedin Hotspots
From theatres to historical ruins, here we’ll explore the most notorious haunted Dunedin hotspots that have become part of local legend…
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Can You Travel the South Island without a Car? Here’s How
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…
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9 of New Zealand’s Strangest 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…
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Visiting Ranfurly? Don’t Miss these 4 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.
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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.
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Dunedin’s Weirdest Place Names
The stories behind Dunedin’s peculiar place names: Balaclava – Murdering Beach – Lawyer’s Head – Pineapple Track – Māori Hill
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Sandflies in New Zealand: the Milford Menace and What to Do
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.
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An Easy Guide to Preserving Wild Rosehips
Make the most of Otago’s autumn bounty by preserving your own rosehip skins and enjoy the benefits of this vitamin C packed superfood…
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10 Experiences in Dunedin You Can’t 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!
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Rural New Zealand Slang Words To Know
Understand rural Kiwis and spice up your conversations with these common and not-so-common rural slang words.
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Picton to Invercargill: a Quick Guide to the South Island
Here’s a helpful overview of the ‘must-dos’ when travelling from Picton to Invercargill via State Highway 1.
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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.
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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.
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11 Fun Things to do in Picton
Best things to do in Picton, New Zealand. Walks – hikes – family friendly – tours – cruises – wildlife – museums
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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.