The Two Sides of Queenstown New Zealand

February 18, 2026October 6, 2025 by Karen

Skline gondola in Queenstown New Zealand

Queenstown on the South Island of New Zealand is nestled in the basin of the mountains that surround the town. Its cold in the winter due to how far south it is situated, but bright and welcoming in the summer. It’s a city on the map and considered a must see for visitors to New … Read more

The Art Deco Jewel of the Pacific: Napier’s Remarkable Festival

January 29, 2025January 9, 2025 by Karen

In the heart of New Zealand’s Hawke’s Bay region lies Napier, a city that emerged from tragedy. Napier has become one of the world’s most remarkable Art Deco treasures. Following a devastating earthquake in 1931, the city underwent a stunning transformation. That transformation would define its character for generations to come. A Phoenix from the … Read more