The Magic of Hobbiton – Exploring Middle Earth
Nestled in New Zealand's North Island’s rolling hills, lies the magic of Hobbiton. It has captured the hearts of J.R.R Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" film and book fans all...
Welcome to Auckland – The City of Sails
Auckland, home to approximately 1.5 million Kiwis, lies in the pacific Ocean’s far south-west. It’s New Zealand’s biggest city and provides an excellent base to explore the North Island’s hidden coves and scenic coast...
Huka Prawn Park: Giant Malayasian River Prawns Evade Capture
Our mission was simple. I would lead a small task force of seafood lovers and infiltrate Huka Prawn Park to snatch as many prawns as we could in 3 hours and return to base.
Codenamed...
Taieri Gorge Railway – Combining History and Charm
Updated November 2018
I braced myself against the safety rail at the end of the carriage and squinted as the wind and splashes of rain caught my face.
Nevertheless, I was determined to take a photo....
