Fiordland – one of the world’s most untamed wildernesses

I just completed one of the most unique cruises through some of New Zealand’s most sensational scenery. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for me. There are places in this world that render you speechless, not because I have nothing to say, but because the landscape impresses me more than my own words ever could. I […]

New Zealand’s indulgent, secluded and untamed luxury stays

New Zealand’s reputation as a home to truly exceptional luxury experiences is well known, but nowhere does this shine through more than in New Zealand’s one-of-a-kind glamping experiences. Picture lying under the stars in isolated mountain stations, or relaxing in wood-burning hot tubs with Alpine views, these experiences redefine nature connection while still being encased […]

New Zealand’s guide to stargazing

New Zealand’s reputation as one of the best destinations in the world to view the night sky is well established. From sleeping under the stars in a glass capsule at the Lindis, a billion-star dining experience at Mt Cook Lakeside retreat, experiencing a Wanaka starset on a private lake cruise, to a starlight soak at […]

Slow luxury travel: New Zealand’s photography destinations

New Zealand’s otherworldly terrains have been attracting photographers around the world for decades, and it’s not that hard to see why. New Zealand features in movies such as The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and The Chronicles of Narnia for a reason: New Zealand offers unimaginable and unparalleled beauty. At Aroha New Zealand Tours, […]

Discovering New Zealand’s architectural soul through slow luxury travel

In a world where travel has become increasingly rushed and surface-level, New Zealand presents something different. At this destination, architectural heritage, cultural authenticity, and luxury come together in remarkable harmony. This isn’t the New Zealand of hurried bus tours and checkbox experiences. On the contrary, New Zealand can be a place where time seems to […]