New Zealand

04/08/2026

I see a lot of people asking how long they need to explore New Zealand's South Island and which places are actually worth including.
I’ve put together a 14-day route that I'd happily recommend to anyone visiting for the first time. It covers Queenstown, Wānaka, Franz Josef, Aoraki / Mount Cook, Christchurch, Dunedin and Milford Sound, with plenty of local tips, food recommendations and experiences I'd genuinely make time for along the way.
Hopefully it helps anyone who's in the middle of planning! Link in the comments 😁

27/07/2026

I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve visited Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, but somehow it never gets old.

Every trip follows the same routine, the drive along Lake Pukaki, a hike (usually the Ho**er Valley Track), and one last stop at The Hermitage before heading home. It’s become one of my favourite traditions, and I still dread leaving every single time.

If you’re planning a South Island road trip, my biggest piece of advice is simple: don’t rush it. Stay a couple of nights, wake up to the mountains, experience the Dark Sky Reserve, and give yourself time to simply soak it all in.

I’ve shared all of my favourite spots, walks, places to eat and personal tips in my latest travel guide. Link in the comments!

📍 Have you been to Aoraki / Mount Cook? What’s your favourite memory? 👇

12/12/2024

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23/02/2023

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22/08/2022

Only in New Zealand... 😆

Come and visit us for a holiday and check out our - usually - friendly seals 🦭

Young fur seal slipped into marine biologist’s home through a catflap before spending more than two hours inside