New Zealand Archives - Page 11 of 15

Unticketed passengers cause congestion at Picton ferry terminals

March 23, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

Police in Picton, New Zealand, are providing traffic management support at the ferry terminals in the town due to heavy congestion.

Pinot Noir NZ 2021 set for Christchurch in February 2021

February 11, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

Pinot Noir lovers from across the globe will descend on Christchurch, New Zealand, for a three-day celebration of the beguiling wine variety.

A visit to Queenstown for the non-adrenaline junkie

January 27, 2020 Todd DeFeo

Queenstown is quite different from many others in New Zealand. It is a resort town and home to many adventure activities. For the non-adrenaline junkie, the city can provide a bit of a jolt.

Take a trip ‘over the garden wall’ on the Otago Central

December 30, 2019 Todd DeFeo

Aotearoa has an incredible way of surprising and inspiring. Every turn seems to lead to a more stunning vista. And, a trip over the Otago Central Railway aptly proves this.

Three (of many) ways to enjoy Auckland, the City of Sails

December 16, 2019 Todd DeFeo

It’s a mix of the city’s culture, its history and its feeling of remoteness that make Auckland unique. It seems like many people who come to New Zealand make a beeline for the remote hiking tracks. Worthy as they are, don’t sleep on Auckland.

Taking the long road to Christchurch

December 9, 2019 Todd DeFeo

With each snap of the shutter, I convinced myself we just encountered the most beautiful vista. But we were proven continuously wrong. I would say disappointed, but nothing was disappointing about the drive.

Why coffee is a great souvenir

November 30, 2019 Todd DeFeo

Coffee is a great memento from any destination, particularly somewhere as coffee-driven as New Zealand.

Work to restore ChristChurch Cathedral about to start

November 21, 2019 Sightseers’ Delight

It could take upwards of a decade to restore the Christ Church Cathedral to its former glory.

Dear Auckland and New Zealand, I’ll be back

November 15, 2019 Todd DeFeo

The Land of the Long White Cloud is home to endless beauty, wonderful surprises and some of the most unique experiences imaginable.

Have a coffee in Windy Welly

November 14, 2019 Todd DeFeo

Wellington comes by its nickname — “The Coolest Little Capital in the World” — honestly.