Quaint and quirky in Little River: SiloStay
The lovely town of Little River is just 30 minutes out of Akaroa – the perfect base for you to target the picturesque Banks Peninsula. Whether you’re heading out of Christchurch for a romantic getaway or a weekend adventure, it’s a wonderfully quaint spot to stop. The region is rich in history and boasts beautiful […]
Locally loved cafe: Red Post Cafe
One of the true delights of a road trip is pulling up to a local cafe to sample its coffee brew and baked goods. If from the road you can see groups of people enjoying themselves in a picturesque garden, you’ll think to yourself, “This place is popular.” For some 16 years under the ownership […]
Editor’s note: Tipping trends
More than a quarter of Kiwis (28%) have felt pressured into leaving a tip when presented with a tip screen at payment time, according to a new report. A survey of 1020 New Zealand adults, conducted by the personal financial information website Banked, found that while 47% see tipping as a good thing, a significant […]
Anytime fun: Christchurch Attractions
Visit the Christchurch Gondola for loads of fun with friends and family. Offering stunning 360-degree views of Christchurch, Lyttelton, and beyond to the Southern Alps from the viewing decks after a 10-minute cableway journey, the summit station complex also provides access to various walking tracks throughout the Port Hills. You’ll find a child-friendly café, an […]
Lapping up Lyttelton
In just over two weeks, Lyttelton Harbour will come alive for the spectacular SailGP. Now is the time to think ahead, and plan an itinerary to enjoy and explore the village for all those moments in between the action. An exercise escape Treat yourself to a dopamine rush with one of the many walking tracks […]
More attractions, more adventure: Jurassic Adventure
Laser tag and jungle jeeps are the latest additions to Christchurch’s dinosaur-devoted theme park, right in time for family fun at Easter. An excited Aaron Keown, co-owner of Jurassic Adventure with Peter Gatonyi, says “The park just keeps on growing.” The laser tag, which takes place inside the popular Raptor Run attraction, brings a new […]
Investing in the future: Riccarton House & Bush
Many people think only in terms of the next financial year or, at the most, about the next few decades. The effects of climate change are one result of this type of short-term thinking. For years, people have prioritised making a quick buck, which research shows has led to long-lasting consequences for our planet; consequences including increased air […]
Editor’s Note: Stand up, be counted
Occasionally, in many aspects of life, countries, communities, businesses, and even individuals, need to stand up and be counted. As a country, New Zealand has an enviable record of standing up when its people believe strongly in a cause, such as being nuclear-free, international war relief, and giving women the vote. The country’s clean green […]
A sculptural experience like no other: Tai Tapu Sculpture Garden
“Where did I learn to understand sculpture? In the woods by looking at the trees, along roads by observing the formation of clouds, in the studio by studying the model, everywhere except in the schools.” — Auguste Rodin This March, visitors can admire, discuss and come to understand sculpture for themselves when Tai Tapu Sculpture […]
Award-winning musical extravaganza: Kinky Boots Showbiz Christchurch
A spectacular new stage production, starting in Christchurch in April, is bound to have you kicking up your heels in delight. Showbiz Christchurch’s production of Kinky Boots, will grace the stage at the Isaac Theatre Royal from 19 April to 4 May, and promises to be an unforgettable experience for theatre enthusiasts and fans alike. […]
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