When I told my well-traveled friends that I'd be pursuing an adventurous road trip around New Zealand's North Island, I received quite a few disappointed faces. “North? Why go North? All people ever talk about is the South Island!”. Don’t get me wrong – I was happy to have their input and wasn’t totally surprised by their reactions. The South Island, with its dramatic … [Read more...]
6 Tips for women travelling solo
Solo travel is one of most liberating experiences on the planet - you’ve got no responsibilities to anybody but yourself, you can do what you want and leave when you like, and the buzz you get from the sense of freedom is immense. This has put more women traveling solo on the trail of new adventures and travel experiences that have the capacity to totally change their … [Read more...]
Why Women love Fiji
Fiji is one of those island nations that are not only popular among the regular tourists but also serves as a perfect romantic getaway. The pristine natural beauty, white sandy beaches and luxurious resorts are the reasons behind its popularity. Fiji provides an awesome opportunity to cut off from your mundane routine and relax by the side of turquoise blue waters of the ocean. … [Read more...]
New Zealand winter – escape to Rarotonga
The thought of some winter time out and a week in the sun is all too tempting. We chose an escape to Rarotonga because there is a direct flight from Christchurch on Virgin Australia - that saves another 3-4 hours hanging around in Auckland. It is late July. Today in the South Island we are in the middle of a big winter storm. SH1 is closed, Timaru has … [Read more...]
How to Successfully Travel – New Zealand to Canada
Ah, Canada. This is a country that pretty much everyone has thought about moving to or visiting at one point in their lives. There are incredible cities that have so much to offer anyone who visits like Toronto or Vancouver. The food is absolutely incredible and the people are so warm and hospitable. P Plus, there are plenty of outdoor activities to be had – from hiking to … [Read more...]
Enjoy freedom on a surfboard with me at New Zealand’s best surfing spots
Growing up in Auckland, my parents always worried about my tomboy ways. Having four older brothers who constantly teased me didn’t help either. But all that changed the day I discovered the joys of a surfboard while on a weekend beach holiday with my family. It was at Waikato’s beach I first discovered my passion and I made sure not to tell my parents fearing they’d stop me … [Read more...]
5 Places Every Adventurous Woman Should Visit in New Zealand
New Zealand is blessed with many heritage and tourist centres, many of which existed centuries ago while some were created recently. Be it a natural tourist centre or manmade, as an adventurous woman, if you have not seen any of the following places, you need to put them in your must visit list. Whether you are a first timer in New Zealand or regular visitor, a resident … [Read more...]
New Zealand; My Perfect Active Getaway With Jolie
At some point in April 2016, I decided that the time had come for me to take a break from work and treat myself to an adventure. My husband could not agree more and encouraged me to go on a trip with my sister Jolie. Jolie jumped on the wagon immediately, so we started hunting for the perfect place to tour. Through one of our numerous searches we discovered New Zealand and … [Read more...]
Exploring Queenstown’s Top Attractions
Queenstown, New Zealand, sits on the banks of Lake Wakatipu and is surrounded by mountains, making this spot a premier vacation destination for outdoor enthusiasts. This lake and alpine resort offers an array of adventures, whether you want to head out on the water, hit the slopes, or simply take in the natural beauty of the area. So, line up your Apollo campervan hire, and … [Read more...]
Bali Spa Retreat – just what you need?
Next Retreat 3 -11 August 2017 Click here for More REJUVENATE has been created with your happiness and wellness in mind. Bali is renowned for its enchanting mixture of healing spa treatments, refined artistic culture and unique spiritual heritage. Sacred temples adorn the countryside, the locals are friendly, the food a … [Read more...]