http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.harbourcitytravel.com en-us Mon, 19 Oct 2026 23:15:02 +1300 Rocketspark http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/171745/brisbane-travel-guide/ Brisbane has a lot more to offer than warm weather and a river running through the city. During our two-day stay, we discovered interesting neighbourhoods, plenty of public art, green spaces, good food and a city that's well worth exploring beyond the main shopping streets.We had visited Brisbane years ago, but this time we wanted to get to know it properly. Two guided tours turned out to be an excellent way to do just that.... Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:06:00 +1300 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post171745 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/171493/christchurch-day-trip-jet-boating-castle-hill/ I used to live in Christchurch for nearly seven years, so coming back always brings back memories. I've returned plenty of times since moving to Wellington in 2015, but on this visit I had a whole day to head out towards the mountains and explore places I hadn't been to since I lived there.I'd picked up a rental car the evening before, which meant I could set off on Friday and make the most of the day. The weather was sunny, the Southern Alps were showing off their snow-capped peaks, and I was g... Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:34:21 +1300 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post171493 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/169703/can-you-visit-both-islands-of-new-zealand-in-two-weeks/ It's a question I see asked time and time again in travel forums and Facebook groups.Almost without fail, the replies come quickly."No.""You'll spend your whole holiday driving.""You need at least a month."And every time I read those comments, I find myself thinking exactly the same thing.Yes... and no.If your plan is to drive the length of the country, changing accommodation almost every night while trying to tick off every famous attraction along the way, then I completely agree. Two weeks sim... Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:35:23 +1200 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post169703 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/166689/skiing-in-new-zealand-the-ultimate-winter-holiday-guide/ When people think of New Zealand, they often picture long summer days, dramatic coastlines and epic road trips. But winter reveals a completely different side of the country.From snow-covered mountains and uncrowded ski slopes to glacier adventures, hot pools, stargazing and wildlife encounters, New Zealand offers one of the most diverse winter holidays in the world. Whether you're an experienced skier, a first-timer, or travelling with family and friends who have no interest in skiing at all, t... Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:36:08 +1200 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post166689 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/164109/kapiti-island-overnight-upplevelse/ Till slut blev det av. Efter flera år av att tänka “någon gång” stod vi där en tidig morgon i Paraparaumu, redo att ta båten ut till Kāpiti Island. Vi valde övernattningen istället för dagstur. Här är min ärliga upplevelse, vad du faktiskt får och om det var värt det.Jag hade drömt om att göra övernattningen på Kāpiti Island i många år. Det var en sådan upplevelse som alltid funnits där i bakhuvudet, men som aldrig riktigt blivit av.Anledningen var egentligen ganska e... Sat, 02 May 2026 11:29:53 +1200 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post164109 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/163362/tva-dagar-i-bay-of-islands-och-vad-jag-skulle-gora-annorlunda-nasta-gang/ …och så en dag får man äntligen göra dem själv.Det här var en sådan.Jag har bokat Cheeky Kiwi åt kunder på Sydön och alltid fått väldigt bra feedback, men jag hade aldrig rest med dem själv. Och jag hade dessutom inte varit i Bay of Islands på 18 år, så det var verkligen dags att åka tillbaka.Så när möjligheten dök upp medan jag var i Auckland att följa med på deras tur upp till Bay of Islands, var det ett enkelt beslut. Det var det perfekta tillfället att både uppleva... Mon, 13 Apr 2026 13:36:46 +1200 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post163362 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/163355/two-days-in-the-bay-of-islands-and-what-id-do-differently-next-time/ …and then one day, you finally get to do them yourself.This was one of those.I’ve booked Cheeky Kiwi for clients on the South Island and consistently received great feedback, but I had never travelled with them myself. And I had also not been to the Bay of Islands in 18 years, so it felt well overdue to return.So when the opportunity came up while I was in Auckland to join their Bay of Islands tour, it was an easy decision. It was the perfect chance to experience both the destination and the... Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:20:30 +1200 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post163355 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/162638/northern-explorer-i-scenic-plus-ar-det-nya-zeelands-mest-avkopplande-satt-att-resa/ Du kan flyga på drygt en timme. Du kan köra själv, helst under flera dagar, och stanna längs vägen.Eller så kan du ta tåget och låta resan ta en hel dag – genom stora delar av Nordön.Jag reste nyligen med Northern Explorer igen, den här gången i Scenic Plus – den uppgraderade upplevelsen som vi ofta bokar till våra kunder. Jag hade gjort resan tidigare, för ungefär åtta år sedan, men mycket har förändrats sedan dess.Då fanns inte Scenic Plus. Scenic Class var det enda alte... Sun, 29 Mar 2026 16:18:01 +1300 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post162638 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/162636/northern-explorer-scenic-plus-review-is-new-zealands-most-scenic-train-worth-it/ You can fly in just over an hour. You can self-drive and explore at your own pace.Or you can spend a full day crossing much of the North Island by train.I recently travelled on the Northern Explorer again, this time in Scenic Plus — the upgraded experience that we often recommend to our clients. I had done the journey once before, about eight years ago, but a lot has changed since then.Back then, Scenic Class was the only option. It was still a wonderful way to experience the journey and enjoy... Sun, 29 Mar 2026 15:40:25 +1300 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post162636 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/post/159244/the-art-of-travel-discover-the-regent-seven-seas-explorer-experience/ The gentle rhythm of the ocean, fresh coffee on your private balcony, and the quiet anticipation of another day to explore — or simply unwind.Recently, I had the opportunity to step onboard Seven Seas Explorer for a ship inspection, and it immediately reminded me why Regent Seven Seas Cruises is so often described as effortless luxury. From the moment you walk on board, everything feels calm, spacious and unhurried — a ship designed not to impress loudly, but to make you feel at ea... Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:39:03 +1300 http://www.harbourcitytravel.com/blog/#post159244