Oceania

New Zealand’s South Island is abundant in gorgeous natural landscapes, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site Fiordland National Park (home to Milford Sound), mountains and glaciers like Aoraki (Mount Cook), and beautiful crystal-clear lakes like Lake Tekapo, Lake Wanaka, and Lake Wakatipu. I wish we had spent more time there because we barely scratched the […]

We spent about 7 days exploring Tasmania, and while we had an amazing time and definitely recommend visiting, there are some things we wish we had known before the trip. Our tips and recommendations on all things to know about Tasmania below will provide a smoother journey for you.  Travel tips for Tasmania: things to […]

Rottnest Island is an island off the coast of Perth, and is a popular place to visit for locals and tourists. It’s got beautiful beaches, some calm and flat, others with more waves. You can snorkel, fish, swim, cycle, and there’s plenty to explore. Below is a list of what to do on Rottnest Island, […]

One week in Tasmania is the perfect amount of time to spend there in order to see most of what the island offers, from cityscapes to national parks to beaches. Despite that, we wish we had allocated more time to our trip, so as to diminish our driving fatigue and enjoy the island more slowly. […]

New zealand is a country filled with scenic landscapes and national parks, along with an indigenous culture (Māori) with deep connections to nature.  After spending a glorious 2 weeks exploring New Zealand on an eco-friendly trip, we came across a few green hotels that are taking steps to protect this country’s natural beauty and limit […]

Can you realistically spend 14 days in New Zealand and see everything? No, and it’s not recommended to try because you won’t have time to enjoy much. But you can still see a lot (note that we rented a car in order to do this trip in this amount of time). We spent 2 weeks […]

Before visiting this gorgeous country, it’s important to know at least the basic facts about New Zealand to ensure that you understand the culture and proper etiquette. Below we cover essential facts, fun facts, and culture and customs of New Zealand.  Also check out green hotels in New Zealand and eco-friendly activities for a 2 […]