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Discover the Tranquil Bliss of Hanmer Springs Hot Pools

Family Fun Retreats & Relaxation

Hanmer Springs, a charming village nestled in the heart of New Zealand's South Island, is known for its tranquil hot pools that offer a blissful retreat for visitors seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.

20 Romantic Things to Do for Couples in Christchurch

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Are you looking for the perfect romantic getaway in Christchurch? In this complete guide, we have compiled a list of 20 romantic things to do for couples in Christchurch. Whether you're a local or visiting from out of town, these activities are sure to create unforgettable memories with your loved one.

Top Things To Do In Hanmer Springs

Adventure Family Fun Hot List Inspiration Retreats & Relaxation

Hanmer Springs, a picturesque alpine village located in the South Island of New Zealand, is a hidden gem that offers a wide range of activities for travellers to enjoy. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the top things to do in Hanmer Springs, allowing you to make the most out of your visit.

Discover the Mount Cook Heli Hike Experience

Adventure

If you're an adventure enthusiast and nature lover, then the ultimate Mount Cook heli hike experience should definitely be on your bucket list. This thrilling activity combines the excitement of a helicopter ride with the beauty of hiking in the stunning Mount Cook region.

Discover the Best Restaurants in Christchurch

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Let's take a closer look at some of the best restaurants and cafes in Christchurch, where you can indulge in delicious flavors and enjoy a great dining experience.

The Best Day Trips From Christchurch

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There are plenty of day trip opportunities from Christchurch to explore. We've put together a list of the best day trips from Christchurch to explore the Canterbury region.

EBike Hire In Christchurch, NZ

Adventure Family Fun Sports

With its flat terrain and stunning scenery, in recent years the popularity of eBikes in Christchurch has soared, and it's easy to see why.

Discover the Best Horse Riding Experiences in Christchurch, NZ

Adventure Family Fun Inspiration Lifestyle Sports

If you're looking for an unforgettable horse riding experience, Christchurch, NZ is the place to be. Nestled in the heart of the Canterbury region, this charming city offers a unique landscape that is perfect for exploring on horseback.

Best Kaikoura Walks

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Kaikoura, located on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island, is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Lace up your boots, pack your backpack, and get ready to experience the best of Kaikoura's natural beauty on foot

Exploring the Best Waipara Wineries

Food & Drink

If you're a wine lover looking for a new and exciting destination to explore, you won't want to miss Waipara, New Zealand's hidden wine gem. This charming wine region is located just north of Christchurch and offers breathtaking views, rich history, and some of the finest wines in the world.

10 Amazing Things To Do In Lake Tekapo

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Nestled in the heart of New Zealand's South Island, Lake Tekapo is a hidden gem that offers a plethora of activities for all kinds of travelers. In this article, we'll explore ten amazing things you can do in Lake Tekapo to make the most of your trip.

Experience the Magic of Swimming With Dolphins in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura is known for its abundant sea life, and the dusky dolphins that inhabit the waters here are particularly special. But before you dive in, let's take a look at what makes these dolphins so unique, and how to prepare for your unforgettable adventure.

Renting A Car In Christchurch

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As the South Island’s largest city, there’s plenty to explore in Christchurch and beyond and that means renting a car is the best way to get around all the attractions. Our guide offers tips to getting the best deal and exploring the region.

Onawe Track

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The Onawe Track is a fantastic 1 hour return walk along the Onawe Peninsula. All along the 3.1 km walk you'll enjoy incredible views of the Akaroa Harbour and surrounding hills.

Exploring Christchurch Botanic Gardens

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Situated in the heart of the city, the Botanic Gardens were established in 1863 and is home to one of New Zealand’s finest collections of exotic and native plants.

Christchurch To Akaroa Drive

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Our guide to driving from Christchurch to Akaroa. The most direct route travels all along State Highway 75 from Addington to Akaroa and should take around 1 hour 20 minutes. These are the notable highlights on the way.

Touching Icebergs on the Tasman Glacier Boat Trip

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Those heading for the Mount Cook National Park between September and June May can explore the Tasman Terminal Lake aboard specialised MAC boats. Journey across the glacial lake and the ice cold waters as you weave between the towering icebergs high above while learning about the history of the region

Top 10 Unusual Activities In Christchurch

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Many visitors to Christchurch will visit the popular attractions and enjoy activities that the city is well known for. However, for those looking for something a little bit different, we’ve uncovered some hidden gems. Our top '10 unusual things to do in Christchurch’ encourages you to go ‘off the beaten track’...

Top 10 Winter Activities in Canterbury

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Winter is a great time to visit the Canterbury region on the South Island of New Zealand. The snow capped alpine scenery, dominated by the iconic Southern Alps, the gorgeous lakes and the 'garden city' of Christchurch are a sight to behold during the snowy months.

The Best Indoor Activities in Christchurch

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When the weather isn’t great or, you’re looking to while away a few hours to entertain the kids, Christchurch has plenty of indoor attractions and activities to check put. To help you find you ideal indoor activity in Christchurch, we’ve put together a list of the best options (in our opinion) to choose from.

Exploring New Zealand's South Island by Motorcycle

Adventure Mini Break Sports

A motorbikers' guide to riding in the South Island. With multiple ‘must ride’ options mixed in with incredible jaw dropping scenery, minimal traffic, well maintained roads and endless twisty ribbon roads, the South Island is a showstopper for bikers everywhere.

Top 10 Romantic Things To Do In Christchurch

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To those couples looking for a touch or romance in the ‘Garden City’, we offer our pick of the ‘Top 10 Romantic Things To Do In Christchurch. The rest is up to you…

Best Christchurch Walks

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Christchurch offers a number of great walks, just as you would expect from a destination known as the ‘Garden City’. Riverside walks, harbour walks, beautiful park walks and coastal walks are just a snippet of the types of tracks visitors and locals can enjoy. We’ve picked out some of the best short to medium Christchurch walks to explore.

Christchurch Bike Trails

Adventure Family Fun Hot List

Christchurch offers a number of great biking trails that allow cyclists to appreciate the beautiful scenery of the city. Trails lead past beaches, forest and parks of Christchurch.

Cycling The Alps To Ocean Bike Trail

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The Alps to Ocean Bike Trail is a dream ride for cycling enthusiasts. As the longest continuous ride in New Zealand, the bike trail traverses the majestic, alpine landscape of the Aoraki Mount Cook Mackenzie region.

The Hooker Valley Walk

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Just a few hours’ drive from Christchurch is an opportunity to experience one of the very best short walks in New Zealand. Welcome to Mount Cook National Park and The Hooker Valley Track. Awesome mountain scenery that was the training ground for Sir Edmund Hilary’s Mount Everest ascent, is the landscape that walkers of all abilities can enjoy.

Top 7 Christchurch Sightseeing Activities

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The garden city of Christchurch is the South Island's largest city and has its fair share of attractions and sightseeing activities to enjoy. There's plenty more options in our Things To Do Guide, but for now, here's out top '7 sightseeing activities to experience in Christchurch'.

Top 7 Adrenaline Activities in Christchurch

Adventure Hot List

As the largest city in New Zealand’s South Island, Christchurch is a gateway to hair raising, adrenaline pumping activities that will satisfy the most demanding adventure seekers. So, we’ve cherry picked out our top 7 adrenaline activities to experience when you visit the region.

Top 5 Christchurch Festivals

Arts & Culture Hot List Seasonal Celebrations

Including jazzy gigs that swing with the mellifluous tones of Miles Davis et al, and curious get-togethers of global eccentrics and street entertainers, our list of the t...

A guide to the Christchurch Tram

Arts & Culture Family Fun

One of the most practical and fun ways to explore the city of Christchurch, is to hop aboard the quaint carriages of the Christchurch Tram and rattle along the rails through the heart of the city. Operated by Christchurch Attractions, the Christchurch tram offers travellers a fascinating trip through the past, present and future of the Garden City.

On Board The TranzAlpine Railway

Editorial Inspiration

The TranzAlpine Express, regarded as one of the World’s great train journeys, takes you on a breathtaking 223 km ride from Christchurch to Greymouth, the largest town o

A Ride On The Christchurch Gondola

Family Fun

Sweeping Panoramas & Family Fun At The Top of Mount Cavendish. Today, thousands of visitors a year are taking the dramatic journey to the top of Mount Cavendish on th

Driving from New Zealand's East to West Coast

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Beginning in Christchurch and ending in Greymouth, the 249km journey is one of New Zealand’s most spectacular driving routes.

Whale Watching in Kaikoura

Adventure Family Fun Inspiration

The main attraction, and the reason why Kaikoura is the top destination, is the chance to see the world's largest predator of the ocean; the Giant Sperm Whale.

Christchurch Beaches

Family Fun Inspiration

If you like to feel the sand between your toes, the coastlines of Christchurch and the nearby Banks Peninsula offer plenty of opportunities to indulge.

Stargazing and Giant Telescopes in Lake Tekapo

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The area around Lake Tekapo has reached a whole new level in the realms of light-leak elimination and has been recognised and awarded 'Dark Sky Reserve' status by the International Dark Sky Association.

Top 7 Views In Canterbury

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We've spent a fair amount of time exploring Canterbury and along the way have taken alot of photos of some of the most spectacular scenery that you'll find anywhere on th

5 Ways To Explore Tasman Glacier

Adventure Hot List Inspiration

There are some seriously awesome ways to get up-close-and-personal with the Tasman Glacier in Mount Cook National Park. Which one will you choose?

The best Mount Cook walks

Adventure Hot List Inspiration

From arduous treks that reveal the mighty outline of cloud-topped Aoraki itself to casual walks through the famous Hooker Valley, this selection of the top Mount Cook walks comes complete with breathtaking moraine landscapes and overhanging glaciers aplenty. Don't forget the sturdy boots…

The Best Christchurch Museums

Arts & Culture Family Fun Hot List

New Zealand's oldest officially established city has plenty of history and culture up its sleeve. Christchurch museums showcase everything from the plight of Arctic

Ten ways to see Mount Cook

Hot List Inspiration Top 10

Take in the drama of New Zealand's highest mountain, Mount Cook with guide to ten ways to enjoy the national park.

Ten Ways to Enjoy Akaroa and Banks Peninsula

Hot List Inspiration Top 10

Finding the French vibe near Christchurch. Inside an ancient crater and just 90 minutes’ drive from Christchurch City centre lies the pristine town of Akaroa.

Viewing Blue Sky Country at Lake Tekapo

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In the heart of Mackenzie Country, Lake Tekapo is one of the three great lakes set in a rolling sea of tussock. Like the American Mid-West, it’s BIG blue sky country. In the East, tussock plains smudge into the horizon and on the Western front the Southern Alps bisect the landscape.

Spoil your taste buds in Christchurch

Food & Drink

A local's guide to their favourite dining spots in Christchurch, New Zealand.

The Wild Side of Akaroa

Adventure

Exploring The Different Ways To Spot Marine Wildlife In The Banks Peninsula region of Canterbury, New Zealand....

Inspiring Views Around Christchurch

Hot List Inspiration

A guide to the best scenic spots of Christchurch and Canterbury. After spending some time exploring Christchurch and surrounding area, you’ll see that the region has some of the best views in New Zealand.

Hiking In Arthur's Pass

Adventure

A look at some of the best hiking trails to explore in Arthur's Pass National Park in Canterbury, New Zealand.

Top 5 Things To Do In Christchurch

Family Fun Hot List

A guide to the top 5 activities to do in the 'Garden City' of Christchurch, New Zealand.

New Zealand Campervan Tips

Editorial Inspiration Lifestyle

How to travel on a budget in a campervan in New Zealand

Top 10 Epic Views In Canterbury, New Zealand

Editorial Hot List Top 10

Our pick of the best views in Christchurch and Canterbury, New Zealand, that will have you reaching for your camera.

The Charm of Kaikoura

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Envied for its stunning east coast location, with a picture-postcard backdrop of mountains that stretch almost to the sea, Kaikoura is a renowned centre for marine life and boasts arguably the world's best opportunities for sperm whale watching.

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Travel Articles

Discover the Tranquil Bliss of Hanmer Springs Hot Pools

20 Romantic Things to Do for Couples in Christchurch

Top Things To Do In Hanmer Springs

Discover the Mount Cook Heli Hike Experience

Discover the Best Restaurants in Christchurch

The Best Day Trips From Christchurch

EBike Hire In Christchurch, NZ

Discover the Best Horse Riding Experiences in Christchurch, NZ

Best Kaikoura Walks

Exploring the Best Waipara Wineries

10 Amazing Things To Do In Lake Tekapo

Experience the Magic of Swimming With Dolphins in Kaikoura

Renting A Car In Christchurch

Onawe Track

Exploring Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Christchurch To Akaroa Drive

Touching Icebergs on the Tasman Glacier Boat Trip

Top 10 Unusual Activities In Christchurch

Top 10 Winter Activities in Canterbury

The Best Indoor Activities in Christchurch

Exploring New Zealand's South Island by Motorcycle

Top 10 Romantic Things To Do In Christchurch

Best Christchurch Walks

Christchurch Bike Trails

Cycling The Alps To Ocean Bike Trail

The Hooker Valley Walk

Top 7 Christchurch Sightseeing Activities

Top 7 Adrenaline Activities in Christchurch

Top 5 Christchurch Festivals

A guide to the Christchurch Tram

On Board The TranzAlpine Railway

A Ride On The Christchurch Gondola

Driving from New Zealand's East to West Coast

Whale Watching in Kaikoura

Christchurch Beaches

Stargazing and Giant Telescopes in Lake Tekapo

Top 7 Views In Canterbury

5 Ways To Explore Tasman Glacier

The best Mount Cook walks

The Best Christchurch Museums

Ten ways to see Mount Cook

Ten Ways to Enjoy Akaroa and Banks Peninsula

Viewing Blue Sky Country at Lake Tekapo

Spoil your taste buds in Christchurch

The Wild Side of Akaroa

Inspiring Views Around Christchurch

Hiking In Arthur's Pass

Top 5 Things To Do In Christchurch

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Top 10 Epic Views In Canterbury, New Zealand

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