Being a woman has so many beauties, such as deep connections with our family and friends, the ability to express ourselves freely and the overall empowerment it feels to be a woman, but sometimes we do need some well-deserved relaxation time to centre ourselves and because we deserve it. While being a strong woman has its benefits, there are also challenges, such as being the … [Read more...]
How The Tourist Industry Is Adapting to Women Solo Travellers
As a woman, you are met with a very different experience than men who travel alone and that’s not to say that a man travelling solo is completely safe, as travelling alone comes with a whole set of risks that no one is immune to but it’s important to shed light on the fact that being a woman comes with its own battles that unfortunately we all can't afford, whether it’s safety … [Read more...]
From Sheep Shearing to Bungee Jumping: Unexpected Experiences in New Zealand
New Zealand has to be one of the most underrated countries that I hear people talk about and when you do hear someone who might have recently travelled or visited family there, you are in absolute awe of its natural beauty, amazing people and weird and wonderful things to do. So whether you are a resident of this wild country or you are planning a spur-of-the-moment trip, we … [Read more...]
Ultimate Guide to Skiing in Queenstown
You’ve just landed on the ultimate guide to skiing in Queenstown! Nestled in the Southern Alps of New Zealand's South Island, Queenstown is a winter wonderland that attracts skiers and snowboarders from around the globe. With its breathtaking alpine scenery, world-class ski resorts, and vibrant après-ski scene, Queenstown is a dream destination. In this guide, … [Read more...]
Exploring the Five Best Hiking Trails of New Zealand
After hiking in over a dozen countries around the world, New Zealand is still my favorite place to grab my boots and hit the trails. Maybe it’s the backcountry huts, which are cozy and charming and often rich with history, or maybe it’s the sheer diversity of landscapes packed so close together. The views are always spectacular, and if I want to escape the crowds, it’s never … [Read more...]
Ubud Bali – Making the Most of a Day
By Featured Writer Courtney McCaffrey Female adventure traveler, writer, surfer A day is never enough time to spend in Ubud Bali. However, there are so many sites and adventures to cram into your Bali vacation, a day may be all you have to spend in the town littered with Hindu temples, traditional craft shops, juice bars, cheap (and quality) massages and some of Bali’s … [Read more...]
Road Trips with kids! – Delaying the inevitable question ‘are we there yet?’
Surprising my husband, two kids and even the dog, I found that spontaneity was ready and waiting as I awoke last Saturday morning instantly giving me an undeniable urge to jump straight out of bed, which I did, shouting with both fists in the air and my hair all over the place, “road trip!” – To my surprise, they were all up for it too. That was, of course as sod’s law would … [Read more...]
How to save money as a solo female traveller
Travelling solo anywhere in the world can be expensive, but particularly in westernized countries such as New Zealand where getting more for your cash can sometimes be difficult. Hotels, day trips, food, and even hostels cost more. There are some simple ways that you can cut the cost of your trip without living on a shoestring. A lot of companies offer discounts for groups of … [Read more...]
So why choose women only holidays and adventures?
Inside Out Adventures is an Auckland based company which specialises in Adventures for Women under its brand AWOL. Here owner Mary Somervell explores why Women Only Holidays work. Women often tell me how much they value the company of other women when we are away together exploring new places and different adventures. We have different conversations in female only company. … [Read more...]
Three Amazing Girls Weekend Destinations in New Zealand
I love hanging out with the husband and kidlets. Love love love it. Live for it even. BUT sometimes I just need a few moments in time where I can sit back and shirk life’s responsibilities. Enter the girls’ weekend. Sure, I might spend most of the weekend talking about the ones I love most but knowing someone else is at home doing the hard yards almost makes me feel like I … [Read more...]