Huka Prawn Park: Giant Malayasian River Prawns Evade Capture
Our mission was simple. I would lead a small task force of seafood lovers and infiltrate Huka Prawn Park to snatch as many prawns as we could in 3 hours and return to base.
Codenamed...
72 Hours in Taupō, New Zealand
There’s so much to see and do in and around Taupō. Where do you begin? How much time do you need to visit Taupō?
To really experience Taupō you should plan for a minimum of...
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...
Cairns – A haven for peace and tranquility
Balmy…the moment you step off of the plane in Cairns and smell the moist sweet tropical breeze you know you’re in North Queensland.
Sure, you can take a boat trip and scuba dive in the...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
All’s fair in love and war on King Tutt’s Putt Putt mini-golf courses
“Mine’s the orange one” Cerys demands with a mischievous cheeky smile.“I’ll have the lilac one” adds Cerys’ friend Laura. The remaining choice hangs in the balance and my wife Karen saves me some embarrassment...
