Located in the heart of Marlborough wine country, Blenheim is known as a hub for wine tourism.
With more than 50 wineries located along the town’s edges and many more within a short driving distance, it’s hard to imagine visiting here and not imbibing.
With school holiday season over, now is the time that many in the know choose to take their annual break, with plenty of summer days and daylight saving left to make the most of.
If you haven’t yet planned your annual “escape”, why not consider a trip to the very beautiful Fiordland region at the bottom of New Zealand’s South Island.
Located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by spectacular mountain ranges, Queenstown has the perfect combination of snow, clear mountain air, river rapids and lofty peaks and bridges to create the perfect playground for anyone who loves an adrenaline rush!
But Queenstown is not just for young thrillseekers who want to jump off bridges during the day and party all night – this is a great place for families too. READ MORE
Famous for the growling sound they make, as much as for their gleaming good looks, Harley Davidson motorbikes have become an icon of freedom and the open road for owners around the world.
When it comes to the sorts of events you plan for as a holiday park owner, dealing with containers washing up on your beach is not normally high on the list, says Waihi Beach TOP 10 holiday resort owner, Ian Smith.
The sinking of the Rena has presented a unique set of challenges for one of the region’s most popular beaches and the tourism businesses that depend on it, but Ian says visitors have still been having a great holiday at the resort.
“We are set up for all weathers and all events here – with plenty of indoor activities, and our own swimming pool and spa area for when the beach is not at its usual standards and the Kids Club helping to keep the children occupied.
“Having those options has served us and our guests very well this summer.” READ MORE
Facing extreme weather events is the last thing any park owner wants, and unfortunately Brent and Del at Pohara TOP 10 have had more than their fair share in the lead up to Christmas – normally their busiest time of the year. READ MORE
The beautiful Hanmer Springs is located 65 kilometres southwest of Kaikoura (135 km by car). The township is built around a hot mineral spring which was created by a fractured rock bed along the Hanmer fault. It’s an increasingly popular tourist destination and is famous for its mountain views, relaxing hot pools and outdoor activities.
If you are traveling through the South Island, definitely pencil these 5 top Hanmer Springs attractions into your itinerary. READ MORE
Over the last six weeks, people around New Zealand have been following developments surrounding the stranding of container ship the Rena on the Astrolabe reef outside of Tauranga.
The Bay of Plenty is a large bay on the northern coast of the North Island. The 259 km of coastline, mild climate and abundance of sea life make this a great summer holiday destination. There’s plenty to do at this aptly-named bay. Check out some of these great activities… READ MORE
Always be prepared. Not only the mantra of boy and girl scouts the world over, but also a great thought to live by if you are thinking about heading into the wilderness (or not so wilderness) to enjoy a camping holiday. READ MORE
