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Take a digital detox in Australia and New Zealand

Technology plays a huge role in our lives and today we spend more time on a screen than ever before. Whether it's… read more

Te Urewera Trek Tree planting
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5 reasons why nature in Australia is flourishing more beautifully than ever!

Lisette de Vries

Australia's wildlife is insanely resilient. After the severe bushfires in 2020, native plants are germinating… read more

Fly and dine at Waiheke Island
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Fun things to know before travelling to New Zealand

Vanessa Hope van Engelen

New Zealand cannot wait to welcome you! The feeling of excitement after you have booked a big trip is not to be… read more

Nz south island queenstown kawarau bridge bungy jumping
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Classic New Zealand sayings

Vanessa Hope van Engelen

Did you know that New Zealand has three official languages? New Zealand English, Māori, and New Zealand Sign… read more

A river with green trees and fields and small Hobbit houses
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8 films to watch before you travel to New Zealand

Vanessa Hope van Engelen

Get under the spell of New Zealand's nature. New Zealand's landscapes seem to capture the imagination of many… read more