5 reasons to hop across the pond from Australia to New Zealand
New Zealand is cracking open its borders after a long year of isolation, allowing lucky Aussies to enjoy all the country has to offer.
This two-way trans-Tasman bubble means there’s no need to quarantine on either end of your journey, so if you’re looking for a change of scenery, then New Zealand has it in spades.
And as Australia is the only country allowed in, if there was ever a time to jump across the ditch and visit your Kiwi neighbours without the usual crowds, it’s now! We know it won’t take much convincing, but read on to discover five fantastic reasons to visit New Zealand and make your next overseas getaway one to remember.
1. To be blown away by Milford Sound
If we’re talking scenery that puts New Zealand on the tip of everyone’s tongues when asked “where in the world do you want to visit most”, Milford Sound is at the top of the list. Blue water tumbles into the Tasman Sea, dozens of waterfalls spill from the surrounding cliffs and bottlenose dolphins mingle with passing boats. Covered in a blanket of mist, the scene here is so surreal it feels almost otherworldly. But such beauty comes with a price – the Milford Sound usually receives around a million visitors each year. Not this year, though! This year, it’s all yours.
2. To taste world-class wine among stunning scenery
No doubt you’ve picked up a bottle or two of Otago wine in your time, but there’s nothing quite like trying it at the source. Some of the world’s best Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling and[……]
