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Piha & Waitakere Ranges Walks, Waterfalls, and Beaches—New Zealand
If you're over the city life, the Waitakere Ranges and Piha Beach are almost literally in your backyard. Around an hours drive to the northwest of Auckland, New Zealand you'll be immersed in thick native forest, surrounded by surf, and have rushing waterfalls to...
A Guide to The Pouakai Circuit & Hut at Mount Taranaki (New Zealand)
Here he goes again... Talking about Mount Taranaki. Garrett, my boyfriend, for those that are new here (Oh, hi!), has been going on and on about Mount Taranaki for a while. Fun Fact: He was living in North Island when we first met. He went on vacation to Thailand,...
11 Fab Things to Do in The Coromandel, New Zealand
What a badass little corner of New Zealand! The Coromandel is a pocket of gorgeous waterfalls, stunning beaches, vistas for days, epic hikes, and more... You could spend weeks hanging out in the area but most of us don't have that long! If you're in need of a great...
Epic Things to Do in Rotorua—Hot Pools & Adventures
We were arriving pretty late. The sun had set hours ago, and we were exhausted. We, apparently, are masochists because we decided to make it to Rotorua after finishing our insane hike along the Pouakai Circuit. Most people rest after hiking for two days, but instead,...
7 Tips For The Cathedral Cove Walk in The Coromandel, New Zealand
The Cathedral Cove in The Coromandel is quite possibly the most popular thing to do in the area, and dare I say it...One of the most popular things to do in North island?! I mean, it's not hard to see why. The unique cave opening which leads to a beautiful beach is...
A Guide to Hiking The Kepler Track in Fiordland National Park, New Zealand
The following article on hiking the Kepler Track is a guest post by Daniel. The Kepler Track is one of New Zealand’s most popular hikes. The 1 to 4-day trail takes hikers through the stunning landscapes of Fiordland National Park, one of the best places to visit in...
5 Epic Hikes in Mount Cook National Park That Are TOTALLY Worth It (New Zealand)
Mount Cook (Aoraki) National Park is quite possibly one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. And the best part about it is its accessibility. You're stunned by the astounding scenery before you even make it within the boundaries of the National Park. The...
A Guide to Hiking French Ridge Hut in Aspiring National Park (New Zealand)
I saw it. Finally! It was peeking out from just over the last hump in the ridgeline, I saw the bright red roof. It was the toilet. I wanted to collapse right there and cry tears of joy! I did it. I finally made it! Seeing the little red toilet when I did saved me....
A Guide to Hiking the Mueller Hut Track & What to Pack (New Zealand)
*me sitting in front of the computer planning my next few days in New Zealand* Mountain huts in New Zealand, huh? That sounds fun! I've never stayed in a backcountry mountain hut before. Let me see, hmmm... Mueller Hut, Oh! This one sounds cool; I'm going to that area...
Hooker Valley Track: The Easiest & Most Beautiful Hike in Mount Cook NP (New Zealand)
I had very little expectation of Mount Cook National Park. I did very little research (as I sometimes do, or don't? when I travel.) And the quick Google image search revealed gorgeous photos of towering mountains topped with snow, glacial lakes, and a fantasy land of...
Guide to the Routeburn Track: Should You Do It as a Day Hike? (New Zealand)
If you're thinking of hiking the Routeburn Track during your visit to New Zealand there are certainly some things to consider before taking on the trek! Should you do it in a day? Can you!? How do you get your car to the other side? Is one side better than the other?...
5 Things to Know about Milford Sound, How to See It and Is It Worth It? (New Zealand)
Milford Sound is acclaimed to be the most popular tourist destination in all of New Zealand, unofficially the 8th Wonder of the World, and is rated as one of the world's top travel destinations. How many places in the world can say that? Not many, my friends, not...
