Ready to turn the dream escape into reality? New Zealand is waiting for you this spring. Filled with attractions that will fill your cup, our relaxing New Zealand road trip itinerary from the North Island to the South Island guides you through an awe-inspiring getaway of tranquillity and wonder. Wind your way through spectacular landscapes,...
National Aquarium of New Zealand A visit to the vast National Aquarium of New Zealand on Marine Parade kept us busy for a couple of hours. It’s an awesome attraction for both kids and adults, and has an amazing array of fish, reptiles and aquatic creatures. We found Dory (which seems to be a regular...
Julie Scanlon from Kidspot continues her five-day family road trip from Wellington to Taupo. After a fabulous night’s rest, we farewelled our hosts and set off to explore more of Rotorua. Skyline Rotorua This city is absolutely packed with family friendly attractions, but one not to miss is Skyline Rotorua. The gondola ride up Mount...
Located on the North Island’s South Taranaki Bight, the focal point for most visitors to the city is Te Awa o Whanganui – also known as the Whanganui River. Outdoor adventures await, along with a vibrant cultural scene. The incredibly diverse architecture gives Whanganui, also spelled Wanganui, its own unique identity – one that the...
Three hours’ drive from Melbourne along what’s known as the Shipwreck Coast, this pretty seaside village has a rich maritime history and a laid-back whimsical vibe. In 2012 Port Fairy was voted the world’s most liveable community, and there’s a rhythm to life here that rolls with the ocean swells. The shady tree-lined streets are...
Wanting a mini family getaway and looking for Easter weekend ideas? Take the stress out of searching for the perfect time away with seven easy road trips you can conquer these Easter holidays. Go on, get out there and ready for packing! Don’t forget to book your stay at ChoiceHotels.com. P.S. click on the sub-headings...
Here’s what you’re going to do: grab your girls and go for an epic short break while listening to our ‘Ultimate Girls Weekend Road Trip’ Playlist! From The Bangles to Britney, ChoiceHotels.com brings you the classics to sing your heart out during the car ride. 1 – …Baby One More Time – Britney Spears This song is probably...
Ever wondered, in between sniffles, what the word sad means? Well, in some avenues of psychology, it stands for Seasonal Affective Disorder – a fancy term for severe cases of those pesky winter blues. Why is this relevant? Australia’s picturesque autumn days are slowly being replaced with seemingly perpetual rain, bone-aching chills and grey expanses...
When was the last time you were able to take a step back and breathe in Mother Earth’s crisp, fresh air? We’ve planned a road trip that allows you to do exactly that – taking you from bustling Melbourne, to tranquil Lakes Entrance and a few places in between, the stops along the way are...
The state of Western Australia (WA) covers an enormous area, roughly 10 times the size of New Zealand.
