Kaikoura was the last of our destinations we were visiting for the first time. We crossed the cook straight and headed back into Wellington for a couple of nights to catch up with James who we had left in Wellington on the way down south. James had been doing some farm work north of Wellington to earn some money before continuing on the Kiwi Bus. Kathy, James, Sam and I headed to the Weta Workshop for a behind-the-scenes glimpse into how Weta create some of the...

Te Papa museum Wellington contains historical aspects of Maori as well as recent 20th Century history. The Museum leaves you with a sense of how much change New Zealand has gone through in a very brief period of time. Being able to go back in time through these exhibits is a valuable thing to do for anyone interested in Maori culture. There was also an excellent exhibition on Gallipoli the scale of our war. The exhibition tells the story of the Gallipoli campaign...

One of New Zealand's best kept secrets, River Valley is a destination you want to put on your bucket list. The remote destination is popular with travellers eager to get off the tourist trail and discover the real New Zealand. Surrounded by towering cliffs and bush-clad hills, packed with epic scenery, adrenaline pumping activities and tranquil trails, the family-own ranch, situated on the wild Rangitikei River, no mobile reception, it truly is a hidden gem well ...