The drive from Christchurch to Queenstown on New Zealand’s South Island can easily be completed in one day, just under six hours if you don’t make any stops. But where’s the fun in that! In this article I’m going to show you how you can turn this short drive into a multi-day spectacular Christchurch to … Read more
Taking a day trip to Akaroa from Christchurch is one of the must do things when your visiting Christchurch. Akaroa is perfectly positioned for both a full or half day trip outside the city and compliments a visit to Christchurch perfectly. The drive from Christchurch to Akaroa is worth it in itself as a great … Read more
Christchurch is the largest city on New Zealand’s South Island and third largest in the country. A visit to Christchurch offers visitors a diverse range of things to do in the city itself, but it is also an excellent gateway to the incredible surrounding area. There are lots of day trips from Christchurch you can … Read more
This is part two in a series of posts about driving New Zealand’s South Island. Don’t forget to check out part one, driving from Christchurch to Marlborough. And if you’re looking for more of what to see and do in Marlborough itself, you can check out these posts: Leaving Picton or Blenheim in the Marlborough … Read more
For those who live in Sydney, a road trip down the NSW South Coast is pretty much a rite of passage. I have many fond memories from my childhood, and during my adult life, of holidays visiting parts of this stunning and often underrated part of Australia. The NSW South Coast is generally quieter than … Read more