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Nice in Nelson...and don't forget Christchurch

Well, it’s been a terrible old time in the Antipodes lately, with that devastating earthquake in Christchurch and floods on this side of the Tasman. Let’s hope our resilient Anzac spirit can come to the fore in both situations. If you’re a Kiwi (especially... by Sally

Mush! Something very special in Cardrona, NZ!

OmiGOSH. How could this have slipped past my eagle eyes? I’ve just told you about winter things to do in Wanaka and Cardrona in New Zealand, and I now find out that I omitted outstanding piece of action: something really, really WONDERFUL. No truly. You... by Sally

Wowed by Wanaka in Winter

Apologies for dwelling on New Zealand’s South Island at the moment, but there’s a good reason: this is one of the best times of the year to be there. Wanaka is another place to add to your list of ‘musts’; not only is this little town in a picture-book... by Sally

Hop on the Heritage Express to hit new heights

Skiers, this one’s for you. A brand-new rope tow is about to open near Lake Tekapo (pictured) in New Zealand, and it sounds like a great opportunity for those who’ve mastered the slopes. In fact it might have opened by the time you read this. Photo by... by Sally

Family fun in Queenstown

How anyone manages to take a family skiing is beyond me, because I have more than enough trouble taking care of myself in the snow. Also, I do not have children. But I know several families who go regularly on ski trips and even manage to have fun together... by Sally

Queenstown's fabulous frenzy of winter fun

Why, oh, why can’t I be more organized? I meant to tell you this a few months ago…but better late than never. The fantastic Queenstown Winter Festival is about to begin – next Friday, in fact, and it runs until July 4. Some of you are probably so depressingly... by Sally

Skip the small-talk - Skipper’s is scary

When I wrote about hotels in Queenstown recently, I managed not to mention a single scary thing. But most of us do associate that part of New Zealand with screaming and behaving irresponsibly, and I'm no exception. It's just ...well, I draw the line at... by Sally

The burning Ring of Fire

Whoa – who was hoping to get to the UK this week? Thanks to that Icelandic eruption, you may have to cool your heels for a while yet. Better to be safe than sorry, though – and here’s hoping your wait isn’t a very long one. Photo by Krumma Anyway, with... by Sally

January 26: get ready for the double-banger!

If you’re still recovering from the last one, you’ll be alarmed to hear that another New Year’s Eve is fast approaching, i.e. the Chinese one, on …yes, Australia Day, January 26! It makes the date a doubly good one for a party, but in case you’re already... by Sally

Don't sniff at Rotorua

The first time I got out of a car in Rotorua, I almost got straight back in. The smell! There’s no way I can stay in this place, I thought; really and truly, no way. If you’ve been there, you’ll know exactly what I mean. If you haven’t, be prepared. But... by Sally

Need directions in your rental car? Try using com-sen

Is there anything better than heading off in a nice new rental car to discover unknown territory? Most of us seriously love touring this way; it’s the ultimate in freedom. And in recent years, our lives have been made easier by the arrival of sat-nav... by Sally

On Your Bike - Otago Rail Trail, New Zealand

The other day, friends from Sydney told me what they’re doing this summer. They’re sick of urban life; they want some wide open spaces. So, they’re flying to New Zealand to spend a week riding mountain bikes on a rail trail in Central Otago . Photo by... by Sally

Ice-cool in Naseby - New Zealand

Ever heard of Naseby ? Probably not, but if you’re keen on winter sports, make a note of the name. It’s a former gold-rush town (now a village) in that fabbest of New Zealand provinces, Central Otago. The heart of Naseby looks like a Victorian time-warp;... by Sally
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Queenstown Winter Festival

Look, I haven’t become obsessed with New Zealand. You have to believe me. It’s just that New Zealand has been dogging my blogging in a very persistent way. To be frank, I'm feeling miffed with the place. This could have something to do with discovering... by Sally

Dolphin and Whale Tales in New Zealand

My sister called recently with a heart-warming story about dolphins saving a group of lifesavers in New Zealand . Actually, this happened four years ago, but it had only just reached her ears. I’m not knocking her: it was news to me too, albeit rather... by Sally
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