Blogs
2 Week Trip in the South Island
For my Christmas holidays, I decided to go to the South Island. After spending almost a year and half in New Zealand, I’d never found
A Weekend in Sydney
Settling down in New Zealand doesn’t mean you forget about Australia. And if you are close to one of the big airports in New Zealand
The Best Beaches to Visit in Auckland
Living inland for all my life, I am not used to just walking down or driving down to the beach. So I like to take
Free Beer, Food and Toilet Paper! Temptations in the Workplace
The challenges of managing ever dwindling funds are something all travellers can relate to. The need to find cheap or, even better, free, food can be
How to Avoid Being the Workplace Outsider
Beginning a new job is nerve wracking at the best of times. But for many of us, especially the more introverted of us, learning the
Tips For Surviving a Long Flight
If you’re a globetrotter seeking adventure or an overseas visitor in Australia, then you are already experienced with long distance flying. But for those of
Piha and Kare Kare, a Perfect One-Day Trip
I know, as I write this, it has been raining a lot these last few days. However, summer is coming and Piha and Kare Kare
Banks and Backpackers in New Zealand
As we’ve already explained in the blog how to open a bank account, one question remained unanswered: which bank is the best for backpackers and
Working in the Discomfort Zone
Regardless of how educated or qualified they may be, working holiday makers are often left with little choice but to take on a relatively thankless,