Tips
Secret Wellington: Top tips only locals know
OK, disclosure time. I’ll admit it – I’m not a true-blue Wellingtonian. But for the last six years, I’ve spent a week in Wellington every month, and I now fondly consider it my second home. And I agree with the locals, who’ll take any opportunity to tell you that you can’t beat Wellington on a good …
8 things all savvy Aussie travellers do before going overseas
If you’ve got an overseas trip coming up, the list of things you need to do before you set off can feel as long as your arm. But it doesn’t have to be! Save yourself some time and stress by prioritising these eight must-dos. 1. Check SmartTraveller.gov.au SmartTraveller.gov.au is the Australian Government’s official travel advice …
8 things all savvy NZ travellers do before going overseas
If you’ve got an overseas trip coming up, the list of things you need to do before you set off can feel as long as your arm. But it doesn’t have to be! Save yourself some time and stress by prioritising these eight must-dos. 1. Check SafeTravel.govt.nz SafeTravel.govt.nz is the New Zealand Government’s official travel …
Secret Christchurch: Top tips only locals know
When European settlers founded Christchurch in 1850, they built their new city to English ideals. To be a Mini England, with very English-sounding street names and very English-looking buildings. But that all changed in February 2011, when a Mw 6.2 earthquake irreparably damaged much of Christchurch. Today, Christchurch is reborn with cutting-edge architecture, amazing cafés, …
20 things you always pack (but shouldn’t)
The one thing you should always pack? Sunscreen. But everything else is up for debate. We’ve all been guilty of stuffing our bags to the brim with things we don’t need. And some of us never seem to learn our lesson. So to help you out, here’s a quick guide on what to leave out of …
How to up your Insta game in 8 steps (without a DSLR)
Instagram is easy to use, but a lot harder to master. Here are eight ways to up your holiday-snap game without shelling out on an expensive DSLR. 1. Get inspired Follow other Insta users that inspire you and remember that imitation is the greatest form of flattery. @CanonAustralia, @NikonAustralia and (your fave) @Wotifcom are great …
Psst! 8 insider Auckland tips
Oh, Auckland. You gorgeous ol’ harbour city, you. Between admiring the Sky Tower’s views and taking a daytrip out to Waiheke Island, there are plenty of things to do in this North Island city. But what about the things only the locals know about? We checked in with our well-travelled Facebook community to find out …
How to fly and thrive with a five-month-old baby
Nobody likes babies on planes; it’s just a fact. Every passenger immediately goes rigid when they see a baby heading for the seat next to them – alright, maybe not every passenger. But babies don’t fly alone. They usually bring some sort of entourage that consists of parents, way too much hand luggage, and toys …
CAR HIRE: Everything you wanted to know (but didn’t know to ask)
A good hire car can make a great trip awesome. It gives you the freedom to go where you want, when you want, without having to worry about tour group schedules or unfamiliar public transport. But what do you need to know before you go? Read on and find out! 1. Is a one-way car …
HOTEL FREEBIES! What you can (and can’t) take home
There’s nothing better than a freebie, especially when you’re on holiday. But how do you know what’s up for grabs and what should be left well alone? Here is our guide to what you can (and can’t) take home from your next hotel stay. The fluffy robe and slippers? Who doesn’t love the fluffy robe …
