Need inspiration and direction to create the life they love? Looking for affordable travel experiences that are gentle on our planet and the communities you visit? Dive right in with a list of all the posts we’ve ever written – in chronological order. Have a look around and check out anything that piques your interest.
Paul and I are passionate about travel. We love to slowly explore the world, immerse ourselves in other cultures, practise our language skills, and learn more about the world and ourselves. Travelling has countless benefits for those who travel and for those who host...
Do you travel a lot for work but still like to go for a run while away on business? Are you a digital nomad who loves to run wherever you live in the world? You may have your running gear packing list down pat. But chances are you’re reading this because you haven’t...
Financial well-being is an important element when it comes to leading a happy, balanced life. Yet many people struggle to stay on top of their finances/live within their means – even higher income earners. Financial worries can cause huge amounts of stress and are one...
On 15 March 2019, New Zealand lost its innocence when a terrorist attack occurred resulting in the deaths of 51 people, many of whom were refugees from war-torn countries who had made New Zealand their new home. In the aftermath of the attack, it was disclosed that...
Whether you spend your holidays overseas or you stay closer to home, travelling (almost) always costs (at least some) money. Today’s article shows you how to make your travel dreams come true – in four easy-to-follow steps. Travelling can actually be cheaper than...
The Greek island of Mykonos may be best known as a picturesque cruise ship, upmarket shopping and beach party destination. But what many don’t realize: there is also a quieter, less crowded side to the island. All you have to do is hop on one of the public buses that...
Thanks to Game of Throne's popularity, easy cruise ship access and cheap flight connections to many European cities, Dubrovnik [Google Maps location] has become Croatia’s most visited tourist destination. The city’s fortified Old Town has become so popular that the...
Paul’s sister Jennie, taking a leaf out of our book, travelled around the world in 2017. Before she left, she asked us for advice on how to go about her money needs on the road. We know there are a lot of other people out there who look for ways to minimise bank fees...
Today’s article talks about what it cost us to start our van life in New Zealand. But, before we jump into the detail, some background for you: When we farewelled our corporate lives in Sydney, we had a goal: to earn enough money to sustain our lifestyle for as long...
You are keen to explore New Zealand independently but don’t know where to start? Well good news: you’ve come to the right place. We answer the most frequently asked questions and provide some handy advice to help you have a fun and safe trip.Sign up to receive our...
These days, there is an app for (almost) anything. So how do you choose the essential apps for your smartphone when you’re doing a road trip around New Zealand? You know those that help you have a great time and save some bucks; not those wasting your time (and data...
Everyone: Meet Johanna (short: Joh). Joh has been working as a tour guide in New Zealand for four years. Born in East Germany (just like me), Joh looks after German tourist groups visiting Aotearoa. Paul and I met Joh on a guided walking tour around the Auckland...
Are you planning a road trip around New Zealand and wondering what to see and do on the North Island? Well, you’ve come to the right place. We explored New Zealand in our campervan and share with you here the highlights of the North Island. Interested in replicating...
Are you planning a road trip around New Zealand and wondering what there is to see and do on the South Island? Well, you’ve come to the right place. We explored New Zealand in our campervan and share with you here the highlights of the South Island. Interested in...
For many of you, especially if you live in the Northern Hemisphere, New Zealand is as far away as it gets. So, if you make the effort and come all this way, you want to make the most of the time you’ve got here. Right? We spent 12+ months tiki touring (Kiwi lingo for...
When Paul and I decided to buy a campervan to travel around New Zealand for a year, we had no idea what to look for. Whether you have only a few (thousand) bucks to get you started or you want to create a luxury home on wheels, in this post we go through the key...
Looking to escape the usually wet and cold June weather in Sydney, we chose New Caledonia’s capital Nouméa for a quick getaway over the King’s Birthday long weekend. Nouvelle-Calédonie is Australia’s closest Eastern neighbour, and it’s balmy temperatures make it (not...
Are you planning to visit Latvia and wonder what there is to see and do (in a week)? Whether you can only spare a week to visit Latvia, or you have three weeks to explore Lithuania and Estonia as well, we’ve got THE itinerary for you – showing you a bit of everything:...
When Paul and I bought our campervan, all we owned fitted into our travel packs. The essentials you need when living in a van full-time were not among our possessions (anymore). And as our campervan came devoid of any inventory (to speak of), we had to buy things...
Those of you who’ve been following us for a while know that we keep track of and publish our travel costs all around the world. In this article, we share with you what it cost (us) to explore New Zealand for 12 months in 2018. Why could this be of interest to you? By...
One-way vehicle hires for a multi-week road trip can get expensive, especially in a country like New Zealand. It doesn’t have to be. Vehicle relocation deals (including campervan relocations) are an increasingly popular (and more affordable) option. We tested...
Decluttering and reorganising seem to be the pastimes of people during the COVID-19 lockdown. And there is nothing wrong with that. We can all use a spring clean every now and again. All too often though we’re finding decluttering and minimalism being used as if they...
According to ATTA‘s Adventure Travel Trends report, more and more travellers are less interested in ticking off well-known photo ops and more interested in unique experiences that are intentionally and carefully designed to be environmentally sustainable and mindful...
VISA / MasterCard have the best foreign exchange rates a traveller can get, so using your VISA / MasterCard debit or credit card to withdraw cash overseas would make more sense than exchanging cash at a foreign exchange bureau, right? Well, yes and no. If you don’t...