Living while teaching in Taiwan could be the ultimate adventure for parents who are considering relocating overseas. Known for its fascinating culture and stunning scenery, this Southeast Asian…
There’s 101 things to do in Auckland, but when it comes to visiting with kids some activities are better suited. We discovered 51 epic things to do in…
New Zealand is home to some of the best family road trips in the world. New Zealand is a touring country with destinations around every bend. We know…
Wellington provides a scintillating range of things to do and places to go for all members of the family throughout the year. Here’s our list of 31 Things to do in…
Cruise ships have typically been seen as more of a senior citizen’s-type holiday, but they can also offer affordable and hassle-free overseas holidays for families. You’ll get to see lots…
When I was a child my parents instilled a love of exploring the world. I never dreamed one day my children would be travelling with their grandparents and…
If you’ve been thinking about what to do in Marlborough while you traverse from either the North, or the South Island, our marvellous things to do in Marlborough article will seriously whet your…
At this time of year, we’re all looking forward to some time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, to relax and re-charge and enjoy the…
Queenstown is known as a winter-wonderland and an adrenalin-junkie’s paradise, but what about a family holiday with kids? Here’s our list of things to do in Queenstown with kids.…
With longer days, warmer weather and the school holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to stop hibernating with your family and start enjoying the…
The forecast is for tropical cyclones, heavy rain and floods! Surely a bit of rain can’t dampen the spirits when you’re holidaying in the glorious Coromandel? Here’s 7…
Learning about a new culture through hosting an international homestay can be a very rewarding experience, helping to enable people to understand other languages, food and customs. Find out…
Christmas is fast approaching, and with it, the stress of coming up with a great, original idea of what to give your offspring for their Christmas present is…
I must confess to not really stopping much in Taranaki. Fortunately for us, my parents bought a bach in Opunake and it’s allowed us to really start exploring this gem…
Call us selfish, but my husband and I weren’t ready to stop travelling just because we had started a family. What we’ve discovered along the way is that travelling…
With one hand holding your toddler and the other clutching the map, how many bags do you really want to be lugging around with you as you explore…
Are you planning on travelling overseas with a young family this year? If so, then you want to arm yourself with as much advice as possible before you…
Traveling in the car can sometimes be a nightmare with children. The all too famous line of ‘are we there yet?’ playing over and over like a broken record……
Traveling with the family shouldn’t be a scary or stressful endeavour. And traveling with an infant shouldn’t be any different. Read on for some great tips and destination ideas…
We all know planning a holiday for the family can be stressful and often pricey. Thankfully there are several ways to save some cash, from scoring cheap flights…
We love nothing better than a good old family road trip. Getting out on the road with a purpose makes the experience even better. Especially if we can make…
With family holidays becoming ever more expensive, Kiwi families will be on the look out for bargains this Spring. Accommodation always makes up a fair bit of the…
From the highs of family holiday fun to the lows of an unpredictable toddler meltdown, it appears Kiwi families are well versed on travelling tantrums with one in three (32%)* Kiwi…
Going on a holiday or weekend getaway with the family is a great way to escape from your day to day routine, create long lasting memories and spend quality…
There’s nothing better than packing up the bags, piling in the kids and hitting the open highway for a good old fashioned Kiwi family road trip.
I am reclining on a couch with my six month old baby boy asleep on my lap. He is resting after a big feed. It consisted of breast…
There’s lots to look forward to when you have an exciting overseas trip planned for you and your family. But, there can be lots of time to fill…
With a wealth to offer families, Christchurch is an excellent location to spend a family holiday. It’s also the perfect base for exploring the greater Canterbury district, where…
New Zealand’s second largest city and the South Island’s main hub, Christchurch has a lot to offer travelling families. With retail hot spots, stacks of arts and culture,…
Travelling and sightseeing is exciting for you and your family, but can also be stressful. It’s useful to plan-ahead, so here are some tips on sightseeing and getting…
Travelling with children requires a bit more planning than you may have been used to in your heady child-free days. However, with this planning in place you can…
Kids are often itching to get out and about in the school holidays, and sometimes they have a list of places they want to go before the school term…
“When you look at your life, the greatest happinesses are family happinesses” – Joyce Brothers. So you’re thinking of going on a family holiday – what a great…
Travelling with children, and family members, who have food allergies can add extra stress to family holidays. The secret is to plan ahead! Check out our tips for travelling with family…
The thought of travelling with a toddler on long-haul flights is something that tends to scare the living daylights out of parents faced with the prospect – and to…
With an international airport, a domestic airport, and the inter-island ferries Wellington is very busy most of the year with tourism and sporting/cultural/political events, so Wellington is well resourced to cover…
Travel games like car cricket and 20 questions can make those long trips bearable. Try some of these road trip car games and activities the next time you’re…
You are spoilt for choice with a fantastic range of places to eat in Queenstown, no matter what your eating preference and budget.