

Already on the ferry we could enjoy the great view of the fjords of Marlborough Sounds. On the next day we drove the Queen Charlotte Road, which runs along the coastline from...
In addition to the Weta Caves, we also visited an original filming location from The Lord of the Rings. The scene where the hobbits flee from the Black Riders in the Shire and...
The plan to drive to the South Island as quickly as possible didn't quite work out. The ferries from Wellington to Picton were fully booked, so we were stuck in New Zealand's...
After the eventful Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Park, we set off for Taupo. The popular holiday destination is famous for its numerous outdoor activities. You can go white-water rafting,...
With these fragrant promises, we headed southeast, to the center of the North Island. Rotorua translates literally to 'two lakes', although it is actually located near five...
New Zealand, like any other country, has a national holiday. On the day of 06/02/1840, 45 Māori chiefs gathered with William Hobsoon (representative of the British Crown) and...
On our way north, we made a spectacular stop in Waiomio. There you have the opportunity to see the unique glowworms. A small family business has been guiding numerous tourists...
After a long drive in the rain, we finally arrived at the Bay of Islands and headed to the small town of Russel. Unfortunately, due to the heavy rain, we couldn't fully enjoy...
Before we could head to Northland in the morning, we had to make a quick stop at the workshop. Unfortunately, the alarm system of our car (by the way, a small, cute, white...
On my first day in Auckland, Lara and I woke up relaxed (fortunately without jet lag) and prepared a small breakfast in the hostel kitchen. It was a very hot day (about 28°C),...
Last Friday (27.01) my adventure was finally about to begin. After a relatively sleepless night, I went to Dusseldorf Airport at 6.45am. At that time, I still couldn't believe...
The last hours before takeoff have begun..... As you can see, there are currently only 1.5 days left until it finally starts. My room looks a bit chaotic with clothes,...