For our final hiking and camping experience on the South Island of New Zealand, we were looking at the options along the Queen Charlotte Track or the Nydia Track. In the end, we didn't do either - the Nydia Track is mostly inland and we were looking for a hike with views over the water. The Queen Charlotte Track we discarded as well because it was too much hassle to get to the track and we would have to spend money on a water taxi or transport by … [Read more...] about Archer Track and the Tennyson Inlet
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The Southern Scenic Drive
After our lovely time in Dunedin, we took the advice of a local and made our way down to the Southern Scenic Drive starting with The Catlins. The original plan was to drive over the inland route to Fiordland but sometimes you just have to change plans. We didn't regret it one moment because we felt like being in the real New Zealand, driving through the lush countryside, past thousands of gazing sheeps. Nugget Point Lighthouse The road … [Read more...] about The Southern Scenic Drive
Favorite Camping Equipment
When we travel there are few things that make us happier than finding a new campsite in a beautiful environment. Waking up and having breakfast next to a lake, on top of a mountain or on a beach is a perfect start of the day. It took us a while to get our perfect camping gear together and here are our four favorite items: Foldable Pot - Sea to Summit One of the essentials when camping is the cooker and pot you prepare your meals with. We often … [Read more...] about Favorite Camping Equipment
Dunedin and Surroundings
One of the destinations we were most excited about on our trip was New Zealand. But the trip didn't start very smoothly after a major travel fail at Christchurch airport. After our plane was delayed, we landed at 1.30 am in Christchurch. We wanted to check our rental car company but we couldn't find any voucher or confirmation email. Having used a different platform this time and not having any emails at all during the booking period we … [Read more...] about Dunedin and Surroundings
Budget Travel Tips for Australia
Australia is the dream destination for a lot of travellers. Especially many young Europeans take the long flight to this country that couldn't be any more different from their homes. However, there is one problem with travelling ‘down under’. Living and travelling here is quite expensive. You spend a lot of money on tours, activities and beer (yes, alcohol here is ridiculously expensive but hey, you still want to have fun and go out). Here are … [Read more...] about Budget Travel Tips for Australia
Review of the Sweet Bones Cafe in Canberra
On our short stopover in Canberra, we had the chance to try out one of the most popular vegan places, the Sweet Bones Cafe. The Location and atmosphere For us as visitors, the location of the restaurant in Lonsdale Street was excellent, especially for outdoor lovers. Close to the Sweet Bones Cafe you will find several stores that sell everything from backpacks and camping equipment to technical clothes. It seems that the location is also … [Read more...] about Review of the Sweet Bones Cafe in Canberra