Ready to hit the slopes?

Located close to many great ski fields, day trips up the mountain from Christchurch are fun, easy, and don’t require too much planning. Alternatively, there is also the option to head down south and indulge in some of the best fields in the country for skiing and snowboarding. This season is an exciting one as […]

An unforgettable experience: The Carlin Hotel

Nestled in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful landscapes, The Carlin is a boutique, premium hotel unlike any other. Offering a new level of opulence and service for people who have a taste for the finer things in life, the boutique hotel overlooks the stunning Lake Wakatipu and is spread over seven floors. It offers […]

Relax, indulge and enjoy a resort retreat: Fable Hotels and Resorts

A weekend away or a week away? Whatever you need to recharge your batteries, one leading brand of luxury hotels offers a choice of five different locations around New Zealand for you to choose from. Fable Hotels and Resorts curates exceptional stays in remarkable accommodation with five unique properties, each with their own twist. Take […]

Escape this winter

Winter is usually the time of year we hunker down, stay in, and enjoy the comforts of home. But only a short drive from Christchurch awaits a home away from home, perfect for a little winter escape. Hanmer Springs is a delight to visit all year round, but there is something special about the quaint […]

Settle for awhile: Settlers Boutique Motel

The country is opening up again to international tourists and Hanmer Springs is a drawcard for visitors and locals alike. The thermal resort town is a gem in the tourism crown and launched its inaugural Alpine Winter Festival in 2021. The event is on again this year, from 1-31 July. Local moteliers Sue and Brett […]

Drive, eat, explore

Hurunui might just qualify as the ultimate holiday spot in New Zealand’s South Island, with its plethora of wineries, eateries, day spas, thermal pools, adventure, hiking, fishing and scenery. It’s in close travel proximity to Christchurch, making it ideal for a day trip, a weekend away or just a Sunday drive. Check out some of […]

At one with nature: Maruia River Retreat

When the pressure seems relentless, there is one perfect way to restore balance to your life. Rest, reconnect with yourself or with another in the beautiful serenity of Maruia River Retreat. Immersive relaxation and rejuvenation is inherent to the beautiful 500-acre nature estate. Explore the native beech forest, rivers, and mountains from your luxury villa, […]

Find some tranquillity: Barb’s Place

Weddings can be frenetic. What is often craved by couples at the end of the “big day” is calm and tranquillity. You can definitely find this at Barb’s Place, a truly comfortable boutique B&B in the heart of the Waipara wine growing region. The two large private bedrooms have a full en-suite and those little […]

Honeymoon in Hanmer: Clear Ridge Apartments

The honeymoon is arguably the best time of any wedding. The stress is gone, the planning is over and its finally time to relax with your new life partner. Make your lovers’ sanctuary Clear Ridge Apartments in the hotspot, Hanmer Springs. The sought-after accommodation sports some of the most refined and luxurious self-contained apartments for […]

Great central location: Wyndham Garden Hotel

The international borders will be opening sooner than originally announced. This news from the Government in March brought smiles to the faces of accommodation providers throughout the country. Among them is Alisa Ravelje, manager of the newly constructed Wyndham Garden Hotel in Christchurch. “Now we will really be able to showcase our contemporary new hotel,” […]