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the sun setting over a bay with boats in it

Update 64: Exploring Northland on New Zealand’s Twin Coast Highway

We concluded our New Zealand road trip by exploring Northland with a balance of cultural activities and amazing natural attractions.

A pool in a harbor with a city in the background in Auckland, New Zealand

Update 63: Visiting Auckland, New Zealand, the Country’s International City

We experienced urban life in Auckland, New Zealand by visiting many of its top attractions, beautiful beaches, and culinary destinations.

A view through a cave of a rock formation in the water of the Coromandel Peninsula

Update 62: Driving around the Coromandel Peninsula from Tauranga to Auckland

We did a road trip around New Zealand’s Coromandel Peninsula to enjoy its beaches, hike the Pinnacles Track, and relax at the Lost Spring.

Two people standing in front of a red door to a home built into a hill

Update 61: Experiencing Maori Culture in Rotorua, New Zealand and Visiting Nearby Top Attractions

We learned about Maori culture, visited geothermal wonders, made it to Hobbiton, and saw a rugby match all from Rotorua, New Zealand.

Turquoise pools nestled into the valley of a red rocky mountain outside of Taupo

Update 60: Getting to know Hawke’s Bay and Taupō Before the Tongariro Crossing

We visited Napier, Hawke’s Bay Wine Region, and Taupo in New Zealand prior to completing the incredible Tongariro Crossing.

A red cable car going up a hill with a bay in the background in New Zealand's Capital

Update 59: Learning More About Local Culture in the New Zealand’s Capital City, Wellington

We took a break from our New Zealand road trip to spend time in Wellington and experience the rich culture of New Zealand's capital.

Overlooking a tropical beach from a hill in Abel Tasman National Park

Update 58: Enjoying Abel Tasman National Park’s Coasts and the Marlborough Wine Region

We hiked and kayaked through the Abel Tasman National Park coastlines then celebrated the end of our South Island road trip in Marlborough.

Two people posing on the edge of a mountain overlooking a lake within mountains near the Southern Alps

Update 57: Exploring the Peaks of New Zealand’s Southern Alps by Foot and Flight

We hiked Roy’s Peak and flew over 3 glaciers in the Southern Alps during our New Zealand West Coast road trip from Wanaka to Nelson.

A town sitting on the edge of lake between mountains that can be visiting on your trip to Queenstown

Update 56: Visiting Queenstown, the Adrenaline Capital of the World

We went on a jet boat, hiked part of a Great Walk, sampled top pinot noir wine, and ate delicious food all while visiting Queenstown and the area around.

Pointy mountains over a lake in Milford Sound

Update 55: Hiking in Fiordland National Park and Cruising Through Milford Sound

We drove through the Catlins before hiking on some of New Zealand’s Great Walks and visiting Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park from Te Anau.

A teal blue lake beneath white-capped mountains on a trip from Christchurch to Dunedin

Update 54: Taking the Scenic Route from Christchurch to Dunedin in New Zealand

We started our New Zealand road trip with a balance of culture in the South Island cities, from Christchurch to Dunedin, and natural beauty of the Southern Alps.

Update 53: Driving from Brisbane to Sydney On the Legendary Pacific Coast Highway

We road-tripped the Legendary Pacific Coast Highway, to relax on beautiful beaches and enjoy a detour to the famous Hunter Valley wine region.

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