Explore NZ Travel Blog

New Zealand is definitely a haven for stargazers. With clear skies and very little light pollution, stargazing in New Zealand is possible from pretty much anywhere and you will be blown away. If you want to take your stargazing to the next level though, you really need to check out some of these awesome destinations. […]

New Zealand is an absolute goldmine when it comes to amazing hot springs. For us, there is nothing quite like sitting out in the freezing cold, snow all around and basking in the warmth of these natural hot pools. There are some pretty awesome resorts out there; Hanmer Springs, Franz Josef Glacier Pools and the […]

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 things to do in Wanaka? Look no further – we’ve got you covered. There aren’t too many destinations like Wanaka in New Zealand, or anywhere in the world for that matter. We say this because it’s pretty much the perfect holiday destination. Picturesque, peaceful and with plenty of things to see and do. […]

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 in winter, you’ve come to the right place. Better still, if you’re looking for free activities in Rotorua in 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 things to do on a rainy day in Queenstown? Look no further. We have a comprehensive list of rainy day activities in Queenstown that are perfect, no matter what time of year you are visiting. Whilst the winter months tend to produce more wet weather days throughout New Zealand, the good news for […]

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 […]