Tag Archive for: Walking
2 stunning lakes to walk around in New Zealand
Lake Rotopounamu Track & Lake Matheson Walk:
When traveling, my husband and I always look for opportunities to go for a short to medium-length walk as we consider it a good way to get a sense of the place. That was no different…
2 must-do day trips in New Zealand
Walking & wining on Waiheke Island – Cruising & walking Milford Sound:
If I had to name the two day trips in New Zealand that left the most lasting impression on me when traveling the country on a month-long journey in Oceania together…
2 fabulous national parks in Oceania
Walking Ben Boyd N.P. in AUS & boating Abel Tasman N.P. in NZL:
There is no shortage of stunning nature in southeastern Australia and New Zealand, this much can be said for sure! When my husband and I toured this area on our month-long…
Staying in style when exploring the Great Ocean Road, Australia
Great luxury boutique accommodation in Port Fairy:
No trip to the southeast of Australia is complete without cruising the Great Ocean Road, one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives! Of course, my husband and I did not miss this beautiful…
Nature experiences in style in the Grampians, Australia
Hiking & viewing the landscape plus luxury lodging:
My husband and I made on our one-month-long Australia/New Zealand trip (see here outline) also a two-day stop in the central Grampians, a series of rugged sandstone mountain ranges…
Two days of absolute bliss on Kangaroo Island, Australia
Where to stay/eat in style & what to do:
Kangaroo Island near Adelaide in the southeast of Australia is known for its abundant wildlife, sea lions, fur seals, koalas and – of course –, kangaroos in their natural environment. Due to…
An epic trip to Oceania – Southeast Australia & New Zealand
Outline of one month on the road on the other side of the world:
Oceania has been out of reach for my husband and me so far. There were plenty of reasons for that: too far away, too extensive, the unwillingness of using the annual vacation…
A guide to visiting the Amalfi Coast, Italy, as a first-timer
5 worthwhile day trips from Positano/Italy:
The Amalfi Coast, a 40 kilometers (25 miles) stretch of coastline between the Gulf of Naples and the Gulf of Salerno in Italy’s south, is definitely one of the most picturesque seaside landscapes…
Buergenstock Resort, a staycation in Switzerland’s most prestigious resort
The latest masterstroke of the Swiss hotel industry:
The most talked about hotel (re-)opening in Switzerland of last year – and still holding a strong appeal – is by no doubt the one of Buergenstock Resort, 500 meters (1,640 feet) above…