Experience the Ultimate Jet Boating Adventure on the Gold Coast
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Just a few minutes into our thrilling, 25-kilometre jet boating journey, I felt like James Bond racing down the Thames in The World Is Not Enough. But we weren't in London. We were speeding...
The Magic of Hobbiton – Exploring Middle Earth
Nestled in New Zealand's North Island’s rolling hills, lies the magic of Hobbiton. It has captured the hearts of J.R.R Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" film and book fans all...
Upper Navua River Rafting: A Fijian Adventure
After years of apprehension, my wife and I finally plucked up the courage to tackle an Upper Navua River Rafting adventure. Several years ago, we tackled New Zealand's Tongariro River and Queenstown’s legendary Shotover...
Welcome to Auckland – The City of Sails
Auckland, home to approximately 1.5 million Kiwis, lies in the pacific Ocean’s far south-west. It’s New Zealand’s biggest city and provides an excellent base to explore the North Island’s hidden coves and scenic coast...
Spectacular Beauty of Milford Sound Unfolds at Altitude
With spectacular waterfalls, dramatic sheer cliffs, lush rainforest and piercing blue water, New Zealand's Milford Sound is the pinnacle of natural beauty.
Nestled on the south west of New Zealand's South Island, Milford Sound's dramatic...
Discover the Hidden Gems of Fiordland
Nestled in the western corner of New Zealand’s South Island, Fiordland National Park is a World Heritage site and is the renowned home of breath-taking Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound.
This region of New Zealand...
Dunedin – Chocolate, Hops and Albatrosses
Update: Cadbury World closed permanently in May 2018
We only had two days and chose to focus on Cadbury World’s Tasting Tour, Speights’ Brewery Tour and a guided tour at the Royal Albatross Centre.
Yet, Dunedin...
Insider’s Guide to Things to See and Do In Wellington
Rough Guides recently named Wellington one of its must visit cities in 2023. There are so many things to see and do in Wellington and is ideal for a mini break.
My wife and I...
Making a Splash on The Gold Coast
Ah, my shipmates, gather 'round! I’m about to unravel the salty secrets of Australia’s Gold Coast – that sun-kissed slice of paradise where surfers ride waves like caffeinated dolphins.
But hold your seahorses! It’s not...
Revel in the Romance of Queenstown’s Old World Charm
Widely accepted as one of the most beautiful countries in the world, New Zealand boasts so many tourist attractions that beckon travellers from near and far. Real Journeys will take you on an unforgettable...

















