Explore NZ Travel Blog

New Zealand is often referred to as the adventure capital of the world. As the home of bungy jumping and jet boating, it’s easy to see why. New Zealand has been thrilling people for years. Since the first ever commercial jet boat ride in 1958 and the first bungy in 1988, Kiwis have been pushing […]

Looking for some inspiration when it comes to places to visit in New Zealand this winter? You’ve come to the right place. Whilst it’s relatively easy to pick a destination to enjoy in New Zealand over the summer months, picking a spot during the winter months is a little more challenging – or at least […]

Can you do the Tongariro Alpine Crossing in winter? An excellent question and one we will be answering in this post so that you can plan properly and ensure you stay safe whilst attempting this awesome day walk. Let’s first take it back a couple of steps. You may have read our post talking about […]

Rotorua is one of New Zealand’s most popular tourist destinations all year round. Whilst there are so many things to see and do in and around Rotorua, one of the best reasons to visit Rotorua, especially in the colder months, is the hot pools. As we look to welcome back international visitors from Australia beyond, […]

Looking for the best museums in New Zealand? You’ve come to the right place. Whilst New Zealand is blessed with a huge range and variety of museums, in towns and cities throughout the country, we reached out to our GO Explore family to find out which were their favourites and we have curated a list […]

If you’re looking for things to do in Rotorua this winter, you’ve come to the right place. Better still, if you’re looking for free activities in Rotorua this winter, this post is really going to float your boat. Rotorua is an awesome hotspot for things to do with a wide range of adventure, cultural and […]

Looking for ideas for things to do in Taupo? You’ve come to the right place. Taupo is one of New Zealand’s premier tourist destinations and we are excited to be welcoming back visitors from Australia and the rest of the world – we have missed you! The good news for those planning a trip to […]

Looking for the best places to go skiing in New Zealand? You’ve come to the right place. We have some amazing ski resorts in New Zealand and with the winter season nearly upon us, it’s time to dust off those ski boots, dig out your cold-weather gear and start planning your ski adventure in New […]