New Zealand has to be one of my favourite countries. I may be biased as I lived there for 3 years but I believe it has everything. A great culture, friendly people and the most incredible landscapes in the world.
I lived in Franz Josef a small town on the West Coast of the South Island. I worked for Glacier Helicopters, a company that provided scenic flights over the Franz Josef glacier to tourists. It was one of the best jobs I ever had (until COVID came along and ruined that!).
I spent a month travelling around the South Island after my first year there and have taken many weekend trips since. With the natural beauty New Zealand has to offer, hiking was high up on the list of things to do whenever I could. The huts in New Zealand are incredible to stay in!
Check out the video below for a brief overview of my three years there and find the articles below for more info.

How To Book A Helicopter Flight in Franz Josef Glacier – What To Know Before You Fly
Taking a helicopter tour over the glaciers on the West Coast is an absolute must do when you travel New Zealand. Soaring above the mountains

12 Best Day Hikes on the South Island, New Zealand
The South Island of New Zealand has some of the best hiking in the world. Almost all travellers to this part of New Zealand will

What to do with 48 hours in Christchurch – The Perfect 2 Day Itinerary
Christchurch is New Zealand’s second biggest city and the largest on the South Island. It’s a gateway to the adventure and scenery that the South

11 Best Things To Do on the West Coast of New Zealand
The west coast of the South Island of New Zealand is a wild, ragged yet beautiful part of an extraordinarily beautiful country. Blessed with incredible

6 Best Weekend Trips from Christchurch
Christchurch, or Ōtautahi as it is known in Maori, is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. For many, it is their

How to Travel the World on a Budget – A Guide to Smarter Spending
How much does it really cost to travel the world and how can I afford to do it?