During our recent three month stint in Tonga we took a flight from Tongatapu to Ha’apai to spend a few days by the beach for our wedding anniversary. I don’t usually write full posts on getting to places but this flight was special! Above Tongatapu Tongatapu is the main island in Tonga, with Ha’apai and … Read more
For most of us (me included these days) there are very few weeks in the year available to travel. The decision on whether to go somewhere familiar or try somewhere new can be a tough one and it has a huge bearing on how exciting / relaxing / affordable the trip will be. New Year, … Read more
With my son almost two and a big new overseas adventure on the horizon, it finally feels like it’s time to start travel blogging properly again. Keep reading for a quick life update and a taste of what’s to come for the next year or so! Life As a Stay At Home Dad The reason … Read more
If you’re travelling overland and are keen to keep costs down you’ll likely consider some overnight bus rides. It seems like a good idea in theory, but I’ve been on some horrible night buses over the years and they definitely aren’t for everyone. Keep reading to see if it’s something you might want to try … Read more
I’m not the kind of travel blogger to wade into politics, but this question seems to be one of the hot topics in travel at the moment so I thought I’d chime in. Should you travel to America in 2025? I won’t advise you either way, but I’ll let you know what I’d do! Already … Read more
Several months ago, we took our baby boy on his first trip overseas. Flying from New Zealand to Singapore / the Philippines and back felt daunting before we did it but we survived with only minimal mental scarring. Thinking of doing a similar trip with your baby? Maybe I can give you some tips. Note: … Read more
Looking after a 16-month toddler day in and day out is a sure-fire way to lose your spark for travel blogging. It’s a far different scene than the old days, when I was either travelling all the time or hanging out at home (playing golf, hanging out with Gia, exploring the South Island and heaps … Read more
Christmas falls right in the middle of summer / peak tourist season in New Zealand. Sunny days and long hot nights might not feel too “Christmassy” for visitors from the Northern Hemisphere, but I’m here to help you get into the holiday spirit while travelling around New Zealand! It’s Usually Cold Ignore the intro to … Read more