Otago is located in the southeastern part of the South Island. Head out to the coast and you will find the mysterious Moeraki boulders, Otago Peninsula and an abundance of wildlife. Head west and you will find yourself amongst snow capped mountains, the Southern Alps, and stunning glacial lakes that will leave you speechless. Central Otago is home to the adventure capital of Aotearoa, Queenstown and excellent pinot noir. This is one of my favorite regions. Like me, I am sure you will want to visit over and over again.
HANGING OUT WITH TAXIDERMY & OLD BONES
It’s our last day in Dunedin. In 2 days we have managed to see and do a lot, but I still have activities on my list before we board a plane to head home. It’s a very cool, fresh morning, but I can’t complain. Continue reading here.
WATCHING ALBATROSS
When we are done exploring Larnach Castle, we get back on the van and continue heading out further along the peninsula, which is home to many creatures. As it’s almost an island, it was very easy to put up a predator fence to protect its residents. Continue reading here.
STEPPING BACK IN TIME AT LARNACH CASTLE
It’s beautiful today, the rain has cleared, the sun is out and the air is still – perfect for our tour. We are collected from our hotel by Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours. Continue reading here.
EXPLORING DUNEDIN
It’s an unusually still day for Wellington, raining, but still. I have been day dreaming lately about moving away from Wellington, somewhere warmer, sunnier, like Nelson perhaps. Continue reading here.
CYCLING FROM CLYDE TO CROMWELL
I am not a cyclist, by any means. The last time I rode a bike was in 2020, in short bursts between the Martinborough Vineyards. The time before that was in 2019 on an eBike day tour in Rome. And before that, it was probably back in 2012 at Ohope Beach. Continue reading here.
CROMWELL DELIGHTS
After the madness of Christmas passed (although I do love the Christmas madness) I packed my bags and headed down South on Boxing Day to spend some time with my brother and his family.
They were visiting his in-laws who are based in Cromwell. Continue reading here.
QUEENSTOWN IN THE WINTER FOR NON SKIERS
Pretty much every time I told someone that I was heading to Queenstown in July, I got asked the Continue reading here.
DINING IN QUEENSTOWN
Queenstown is a foodie’s delight. In our week long stay we were able to try some delicious food so I thought it would be fun to do a post on some Continue reading here.
CHILLIN’ IN WANAKA
We still have the Mercedes, so we take it for a spin. Over The Crown Range to Wanaka. Twisting, turning roads, hair pin bends, gorgeous scenery. Continue reading here.
STEPPING BACK IN TIME TO THE GOLD RUSH DAYS OF ARROWTOWN
Nestled into the hills of Central Otago is Arrowtown, sitting along side the banks of the Arrow River. Continue reading here.
A DAY TRIP TO GLENORCHY
Glenorchy. We have been here before. Only 5 months ago in fact, but we loved it so much, we just had to visit again. Continue reading here.
A NOSTALGIC CRUISE ON THE TSS EARNSLAW
1912. The year the TSS Earnslaw set sail on her maiden voyage. A twin screw Continue reading here.
WINE TASTING IN QUEENSTOWN
What do Burgundy, Oregon and Otago have in common? They all make outstanding Pinot Noir. Continue reading here.
SPEEDING UP THE SHOTOVER RIVER
Queenstown, known as New Zealand’s ‘Adventure Capital’ has no shortage of activities for thrill Continue reading here.
A MAGICAL WINTER WONDERLAND
24th July 2020. The day Daniel and I celebrated our 10 year wedding anniversary. It hasn’t been an Continue reading here
THE ROAD TO GLENORCHY
The weather is looking a lot more promising today, as we head out to Highlands Motorsport park for our second Continue reading here.
RACE CARS, WILD LANDS AND EXCELLENT FOOD.
Its raining in Alex this morning. I have to say, I’m a little disappointed. We are booked in to do a Supercar fast lap in a Continue reading here.
Exploring the Long White Cloud 