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LATEST ARTICLES ( 74 )

• Wai-o-Tapu - The Thermal Wonderland

  

  Back in Germany there is a lot to do, so I had to pause the Blog for a while. I'd like to finish telling the story of our journey though and I have just worked... Read more

  Posted on 08 September 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• The Way Back North - Art Déco and Thermal Spas

  

  Could paddocks be any more beautiful? After the rain on the North IslandNapierThe coastal town of Napier is well known among travelers for its unique Art Déco... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Back Home - What's Next?

  Hey everyone!We are back from the other end of the world, after 23 hours of flight. Germany has a lot to do for us - jobs, studying and first of all getting... Read more

  Posted on 22 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• A Beautiful Sunrise

  

  This time, going back from Picton to Wellington, we had a nighttime Ferry. Luckily, we decided to see more of the Sounds before we left the South Island: we mad... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Working and Living in Motueka

  

  Motueka is famous for its apples and kiwifruit, bringing workers from all over the world into the orchards and packhouses each season. Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Ocean, Beaches and Sunshine

  

  The Abel Tasman National Park is one of the most idyllic places in New Zealand. The Tasman region gets a lot of sunny days, Nelson being the sunniest city in th... Read more

  Posted on 18 May 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Takaka Rocks

  

  Takaka is famous for its rocks and they come in many shapes. Just next to town is Paynes Ford Scenic Reserve, a paradise for rockclimbers with a campsite (The... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• The North of the South

  

  The counterpart to Cape Palliser (where we have been in January) on the North Island, Cape Farewell is the northern tip of the South Island. To the east, it... Read more

  Posted on 05 May 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Shimmering Waters

  

  Their nickname might not suggest much, but “Pupu” Springs between Takaka and Collingwood are well worth a visit. Their full name is Waikoropupu. Read more

  Posted on 25 April 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• The Deep Black Hole

  

  The Canaan DownsNorth of Motueka the road starts winding in endless curves up the Takaka Hill. Close to the top is a lookout spot with a wide view towards the... Read more

  Posted on 18 April 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Nelson Lakes

  

  Straight through the Wairau Valley Blenheim is connected to Saint Arnaud and the beautiful Nelson Lakes, Rotoiti and Rotoroa. We stayed a night at a DOC site... Read more

  Posted on 06 April 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Mission Impossible: Finding Work in Blenheim - Jobs, Jack's and Cyclones.

  

  Having seen most of the South Island, after the stay in Christchurch we made plans to start work and restore our savings again. Up we went, along the coast... Read more

  Posted on 30 March 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Climbing Around Christchurch

  

  Our second stop in Christchurch was filled with a lot of sunshine and rockclimbing. Our amazing hosts took us to several locations around town, in the forest, o... Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• From West to East - Arthur's Pass

  

  Hokitika GorgeJust before the turn-off to Arthur's Pass, Hokitika makes for a good stop to enjoy the West Coast Feeling before heading inlands. Read more

  Posted on 12 March 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Coast and Glaciers

  

  The southernmost pass over the alps is the Haast Pass, quickly crossing in between the mountains following the Haast river. It is fascinating how different the... Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Back to Queenstown & Wanaka

  

  Before heading over the alps, we returned to our favourite area: Queenstown and Wanaka and the beautiful Mountain ranges around them. Read more

  Posted on 08 March 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Up to Aoraki

  

  Aoraki / Mount Cook National ParkOn the road to the tallest mountain in New Zealand you can take in all the striking blue glory of Lake Pukaki. The Highway lead... Read more

  Posted on 28 February 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Elephants Rock!

  

  On our way through Waitaki Valley towards Mount Cook there where some nice spots we stopped shortly to enjoy the landscape. Some of them were old Maori rock... Read more

  Posted on 27 February 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Steampunk City!

  

  Just another small town along the highway? Not at all! Oamaru is the most amazing town we have seen so far. Before you enter it, an old rusty tank announces... Read more

  Posted on 26 February 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Waddling Wildlife

  

  The Yellow Eyed Penguin colony next to the lighthouse in Moeraki town is an amazing opportunity to see the waddling birds up close, especially in the hours... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2014 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL