curated tips for the curious traveller
Should you buy your National Express transfer through Ryanair?
Booking an airport transfer through Ryanair is a convenient experience that may save you a decent chunk of money.
Hostel Etiquette
In the past 10 years I’ve stayed at hundreds of hostels. Here are a few tips based on things that I’ve experienced, and small changes we can all make to improve the hostel experience for everyone.
Tips for avoiding rental car excess for damage you didn’t cause
Worried about renting a car? Here are our tips to avoid a rental car company charging you for damage you didn’t cause.
Ryanair – do I need to print THIS IS NOT A BOARDING CARD?
Do you need to print the “THIS IS NOT A BOARDING CARD” document, or can you get away without it? Here’s our experience with Ryanair.
Wrocław Quickstart Guide
Wrocław is an amazing city full of history, culture, atmosphere, and great food. Here’s everything you need to know before planning a trip.
Hiking Alex Knob & Roberts Point (Westland Tai Poutini National Park)
Alex Knob & Roberts Point are two of the best tracks near Franz Joseph, both of which provide amazing views of the Franz Joseph glacier.
Hiking Cedar Flat (Whitcombe Track)
Cedar Flat is a fun technical day or overnight hike with a surprise near Hokitika, West Coast. The hike starts at the carpark on Middle Branch Road. From here, just follow the signs. The first few kilometres are relatively flat and easy going, following an old logging tram track. Keep an eye out for relics!…
Hiking Avalanche Peak (Arthur’s Pass National Park)
Avalanche Peak is one of the best day hikes in Arthur’s Pass National park, providing breathtaking views of the Arthur’s Pass mountain range. This is a popular hike (for good reason) so you’re likely to see many people on the trail. There are two main ways to reach Avalanche Peak – via Avalanche Peak Route…
Hiking Mount Te Kinga (Lake Brunner)
Mount Te Kinga Track is a moderate to hard day hike by Lake Brunner, just south of Moana. To the summit is approximately an 11km/1100m ascent, but there are a couple of lookouts on the way if you don’t fancy going all the way. The hike starts at the Iveagh Bay carpark. From here just…
Hiking Poor Pete’s Hut (Kahurangi National Park)
Poor Pete’s Hut / 1000 Acre Plateau is a challenging walk with a unique finale in Kahurangi National Park.