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Our ultimate guide will give you all the tips you need to plan that special holiday in the South Island including Queenstown, Te Anau, Stewart Island and Milford and Doubtful Sound.
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1 October 2021
Milford Sound: Travel Information, Town Facts & Best Activities
The Milford Sound is known for many things; lush rainforests, waterfalls, the Milford Track Great Walk, and the stunning (but sometimes challenging) Milford Road. Keep reading to discover transport options to get to Milford Sound including benefits and disadvantages of each, as well as things to do in Milford Sound and facts about the township.
24 June 2021
Après Skiing in New Zealand
Discover après skiing in Style with RealNZ. Read about après ski activities to do & bars to visit on your winter holiday in the South Island of New Zealand.
14 June 2021
The Best Day Trips to Include in Your Winter Holiday
Find the best places to visit during your winter holiday in New Zealand with RealNZ. Including winter activities near Wanaka, Queenstown, Ruapehu & Canterbury.
16 March 2021
Why Everyone Must Visit Fiordland
Discover why Fiordland is a must-visit area in the South Island of NZ & find a range of fun activities to do in Fiordland with RealNZ.
3 March 2021
Famous Movie Locations in New Zealand
Find a list of famous movie locations which were filmed in areas of New Zealand, including popular movies like Lord of The Rings, new films & classics.
28 February 2021
7 Day South Island Road Trip Itinerary
Plan your road trip through the South Island of New Zealand, including destination information, driving times, things to do & itinerary with a mapped route.
23 February 2021
The History of Queenstown
Explore Queenstown’s rich history including the gold rush, European settlers, Maori land uses & how Queenstown was named with RealNZ.
12 February 2021
How to get to Doubtful Sound
Discover options of how to travel to Doubtful Sound, such as fly, drive, bus & boat, including tips on getting there, the best activities & more.
5 February 2021
Everything You Need to Know About Glowworms
Learn about New Zealand’s glowworms, including a glow worm’s life cycle, why they glow, what they look like and where to find glowworms.
2 February 2021
Walter Peak: About Our Chef & Food
Discover more about Mauro Battaglia, the chef & food on the menu at Walter Peak High-Country Farmstead’s restaurant, The Colonel’s Restaurant.
28 January 2021
Cruising Milford after dark
I'm going to let you in on a little secret. Milford Sound after sunset is one of the most incredible places in the world.
21 January 2021