Admitted, Kaikoura is not directly the stronghold for foodies, but there are a view good places to dine out. The Green Dolphin Restaurant & Bar offers great food, like Muzzle Station merino roasted lamb stuffed with garlic rosemary and sundried tomatoes, served with a minted pea puree and cabernet jus. The atmosphere is relaxed and …
Did you grow up with Flipper? Flipper, the American film released in 1963 and based upon a story by Ricou Browning and Jack Cowden? Do you remember how the 12-year old boy and Flipper the dolphin became best friend? I loved it and hence, always wanted to swim with dolphins but hesitated because I feared …
Kaikoura is indeed a fanncy, vivid little town in Canterbury, located on the east coast of the South Island, north of Christchurch and south of Blenheim. There are many things to do, but try to go swimming with the dusky dolphins. Really. It is amazing and incredibly great fun! Again we have chosen an apartment, …
There are a lot of great, recommended places to eat and relax, yet Fleurs Place is again special. There is something about this place, a restaurant, cafe and bar right on the waterfront at the old jetty in Moeraki. Their specialty is fresh fish straight from the fishing boats, landing at Moeraki Bay. The restaurant …
Whether you are biking, running or hiking the Otago rail trail or just cruising around, the Pitches Store in Ophir offers a perfect place to rest and eat. The hinterland of Otago is simply stunning and you’ll easily find peace and comfort in the beautifully restored bed and breakfast – hidden from the world in …
The Sofitel is surely a classic and a very decent choice to stay in Queenstown: Located in the heart of Queenstown, offering Spa and Gym and all the comfort you’ll expect from a classic hotel. Where to find
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The easier way to run this track is definitely counterclockwise, hence, to start from the Chinese Village and to follow the Arrow River Trail first. However, the track is really small, very small, and right in the beginning there are a couple of sections which are very crucial as following an impressive abyss; a challenge …
There is simply one good reason to follow the recommendations of local, established and well-known advisers and magazines: good food! We over and over again walk the talk, just to get reconfirmed: very often you’ll only pay little more (if at all) but the quality of food and hence your pleasure and satisfaction is way …