Welcome to New Zealand, one of the most beautiful places on earth!! Curious what to do and see while visiting this gorgeous Pacific island nation? Well wonder no more — check out The HoliDaze Kiwi travel guides, unique adventures, off the beaten path destinations and other vacation tips to add some one-of-a-kind excitement to your next trip.
The country is famous for its diverse and dynamic landscape, which varies from active volcanoes and snow-covered mountains to beautiful, breathtaking forests, beaches and lakes. This has made it very popular with both photographers and luxury travelers.
New Zealand is one of those famous countries that everyone dreams of visiting one day. It seems like the perfect vacation for anyone who wants to get away from the city. For people who crave adventure and fun, this place should be on the checklist. Still unknown to many, this country has a lot more … Read more
Of everything I’ve wanted to do in New Zealand, walking the Tongariro Alpine Crossing (TAC) has been at the top. Considered one of the best day walks in the country – if not the world – the hike is a steady climb between the peaks of one of New Zealand’s most spectacular, unique environments: the … Read more
Auckland is the gateway to New Zealand and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is also a very popular tourist destination with plenty of obligatory sights to see. Just don’t overlook the offbeat Auckland activities in and around city. Sometimes the most rewarding experiences can be found when you escape the … Read more
Beautiful natural scenery and sights, fun water-based activities, top-notch shopping, addictive nightlife, amazing food, and so much more: Just because you only have a short time in New Zealand’s most impressive city doesn’t mean that you should miss out on some of the best things the city has to offer. This is an Auckland travel … Read more
Traveling New Zealand can be expensive, however there are plenty of free things to do in Auckland, the largest city in the country — but NOT the capital. (That is Wellington.) Most of the residents of New Zealand live in Auckland and for a good reason. Auckland is amazing! You never get bored here. Not … Read more
The destinations and the sights may change but the hotels rarely do. It’s easy to get bored with mundane, predictable hotels, even if you are not a frequent traveler. After all, there is no reason the experience at your hotel should not be as rewarding as the destination itself. With the following quirky, offbeat and … Read more
Slowly it’s getting winter over here but the sun is shining every day. In Holland, I heard it should be around 30 degrees but despite that I am enjoying everyday here in New Zealand. Enjoying the kiwi culture and the country that has his own will, including some very special weird things New Zealand has. … Read more
Queenstown oh yeah baby! Every tourist that goes to New Zealand, also goes to Queenstown. You would think it’s really big, but it isn’t. It’s just an little town where the most tourist come to party and the locals to enjoy the amazing ski area called “The Remarkables” 😉 The town was actually named after … Read more
Before I left Mt. Cook, I took one last look at the amazing view. Staying longer was no option, because there was so much more to see in the South. Early in the morning, when my car windows were still frozen, I decided to drive more south, towards Oamaru. I drove along a few beautiful … Read more
This morning I looked out of the window. It was mostly grey, but on the bright side….it didn’t rain. Yeah, just another day in the fall. Falls here in the Netherlands are mostly like that. You are lucky when it doesn’t rain and really, really lucky when you see some sunshine. The weather doesn’t get … Read more
After windy Surat Bay, I drove along the coast to Te Anau chasing famous sounds. You know…the Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound. Te Anau was a really beautiful place with a beautiful lake and the refreshing background noise make it even more beautiful. It is a little town, mostly popular in summer but now, in … Read more
Did you know that Europe is the only continent without a desert? Or that American Airlines saved $40,000 by eliminating one olive from each salad served in first class? Throughout my journeys I have learned a lot of staggering travel facts that will blow your mind — and now I’m sharing them with you. Enjoy … Read more
