‘THE POETRY OF EARTH IS NEVER DEAD’ – JOHN KEATS ⇷☓⇸ With so many natural wonders around the world its hard to pin point just one. However if you find yourself landing in New Zealand then there are no limits to the amount of beauty and adventures to be had in this amazing country. Here are my top 10 jaw dropping delights to remind the world how incredible New Zealand really is: 1. Tongariro Alpine Crossing This has to be one of the best day walks in the entire world! With its brightly-coloured, natural, emerald lakes, vast volcanic landscapes and lava flows, this crossing makes for a magnificent walking adventure.…
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7 Places to see in South Island, New Zealand
EXPLORING THE SOUTH ISLANDS NATURAL BEAUTY ⇷☓⇸ 1. Christchurch Known as “The Garden City,” Christchurch, boasts beautifully-sculpted parks and gardens reminiscent of Victorian England. The city has a lively student population, is multi-cultural, and is a popular backpacker destination. Though severely damaged by a few earthquakes in the last few years, the city is slowly being rebuilt and the city is moving forward. A really cool must see is the container shopping park which is a mix match of shipping containers made into, retail shops, cafes and restaurants which are all brightly coloured. Keep an eye out for the archway (as show above) and have a fun ride on the gondola…
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The Top 10 TV Shows For Travel Inspiration
TRAVEL TV SHOWS FOR THE WANDERLUSTER ⇷☓⇸ Before I took the leap into the unknown and set off on my own travels, I was consumed by an unrelenting thirst for adventure. My soul longed for the thrill of new horizons, and I knew I had to feed that fire somehow. So, I dove headfirst into TV shows—anything that promised a taste of far-off lands and untold stories. Now, as I look back, these are the top 10 TV shows that ignited my wanderlust and will surely set your own travel dreams on fire. Time to get inspired, pack your bags, and start planning that next big adventure: 1. Race Across…
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The Top 10 Books For Travel Inspiration
TRAVEL BOOKS FOR THE WANDERLUSTER ⇷☓⇸ There is nothing better than settling down with a delicious drink of choice, some snacks and an evening full of adventure, suspense, love and travel to help get your motivated to go travelling and see the world. With bounteous amounts of books out there to choose from, it can get a little bit overwhelming when it comes to dedicating your limited time to something you may not enjoy. That is why I have taken my own time to save you the trouble and provide the best books to fuel your wanderlust. Not only can you read these books over and over again but once…
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The Top 10 Songs For Travel Inspiration
TRAVEL SONGS FOR THE WANDERLUSTER ⇷☓⇸ Before I packed my bags and took the plunge into the world of travel, I needed something to fuel my wanderlust and really spark that adventurous spirit. So, I dove into a playlist search for the ultimate travel-inspired tunes that could transport me to exotic lands and distant places. Here are my top 10 tracks that’ll rev up your wanderlust, get you dreaming of new destinations, and have you booking that next adventure in no time: 1. I Got U – Duke Dumont 2. Wish You Were Here – Incubus 3. Waves – Robin Schulz 4. Coastline – Hollow Coves 5. Scar…
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The Top 10 Films For Travel Inspiration
TRAVEL FILMS FOR THE WANDERLUSTER ⇷☓⇸ There’s nothing quite like kicking back with some popcorn, a cold drink, and an evening packed with adventure, suspense, romance, and travel to ignite that spark of wanderlust. It’s the perfect way to fuel your motivation and get inspired to pack your bags and explore the world! With an endless sea of films to choose from, it’s easy to feel lost when deciding what to watch, especially when your precious viewing time is on the line. That’s where I come in. I’ve done the hard work for you, curating a list of the absolute best films to fuel your wanderlust. These aren’t just movies…
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What To Do In Rotorua, New Zealand
AN EXTENSIVE GUIDE TO ROTORUA AND ITS NATURAL WONDERS ⇷☓⇸ This is an extensive to guide to exploring Lake Rotorua, Redwoods Forest, Freak shakes and Kerosene Creek Rotorua, New Zealand is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the North Island. Also known as ‘Rotorvegas’ (with a sign to accompany at the top of the luge), this city is the starting point for nature walks, Maori cultural experiences, trips to incredible geysers, and beautiful natural free spas. Rotorvegas! It is most notably known for its eggy smell due to the sulphur springs emitting a funky odour that can be smelt all over the city. However, not to be deterred…
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Exploring the North Island of New Zealand
WHAT TO SEE AND DO IN THE NORTH ISLAND ⇷☓⇸ This is an extensive to guide to exploring the Bay of Islands, Cape Reinga, Paihia, Oke Bay and Russell. New Zealand would be most notably known for its tourist images of the dramatic scenery of the South Island, but for me the North is just as beautiful and even more interesting. Many places have majestic mountains, but the North Island is loaded with attractions that are more New Zealand-esque – most notably the bubbling’s and boiling’s of geothermal activity, and a highly visible Māori culture. These are some of my favourite places to visit and can be done in a…
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The Best Travel Insurance Guide
PROTECT YOURSELF AGAINST THE WORLD ⇷☓⇸ What to look for: One of the most important things that you can possibly buy and need whilst travelling is travel insurance. While a lot of people think ‘I’m healthy, I don’t need travel insurance. I won’t get sick,’ travel insurance is something you absolutely need on the road. You never know what could happen, and most health plans don’t cover you overseas. It is much more than just medical protection. It covers you when your camera breaks, your flight is canceled, a family member dies and you have to come home, lose a bag, or something is stolen. It’s all-purpose emergency coverage and is the single most important thing you…
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The Top 9 Things to See and Do in Australia
The ‘Must See’s’ for anyone going to Australia ⇷☓⇸ There is a lot to do in Australia and trying to list everything on a continent would be too difficult to do. Below are my top 9 favorite activities: 1. Dive the Great Barrier Reef — Find your very own Nemo in the Great Barrier Reef. There’s a ton of marine life and beautiful coral here to explore—this is a must-do activity. Trips start around 180 AUD for the day. Even if you don’t dive, you can still take a boat out to the reef and go snorkeling. Try to get on a boat that has a permit to go to dive sites a couple of…
