Overlanding in Africa is a once in a lifetime trip – one that I had been dreaming of since I was a young girl collecting promotional wildlife cards from the petrol station. Fortunately for me I was able to live this reality last year,…
Jebel Jais Via Ferrata – The UAE’s Newest and Best Adventure Activity!
Ras Al Khaimah, with its towering canyons and cloud-peircing mountain peeks feels a little out of place compared to the stereotypical view of the United Arab Emirates. Dazzling skyscrapers, mind-blowing super cars and endless sand dunes, are all expected, but visitors generally don’t generally…
Taking on Taupo: A Two Day Itinerary – Prawn Fishing and Huka Falls (Day One)
When you live in a place like New Zealand, it’s all too easy to over-look its beauty. Don’t get me wrong – I’ve been to Taupo before and enjoyed it but mostly when I was a child (and would’ve enjoyed anything). As I grew older,…
Win a Nights Accommodation at Danat Jebel Dhanna, UAE!
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Living It Up in Muscat, Oman – Pure Luxury at the Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa
The Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort & Spa, sitting just 20 minutes out of Muscat, represents pure luxury in the Sultanate of Oman. So much more than just a resort, there is no delaying denying where you are – this hotel offers world-class hospitality, the…
Iceland, widely known as the land of fire and ice, is a country of extremes. Gorgeous, breathtaking, incredible extremes. During our time on this stunning island, we joined Hörður on a winter tour of Iceland’s South Coast – an experience we enjoyed every moment of.…
When I was a child I used to sit on the floor with a book, almost the same size as me, open on the floor. It was my mum’s Readers Digest Wonders of the World and I would pour over those pages, each time…
How to Avoid Loneliness on the Road: HerePin – Your Essential Travel App
Travel opens endless doors, of that there is no doubt. It pushes comfort zones, challenges complacency and rewards in all manner of ways. When you travel, you come to realise that people the world over are remarkably similar, whilst also reminding you of how…
A 2.5 Hour Drive from Abu Dhabi but a World Away: Jebel Dhanna’s Beachfront Paradise
Only two and a half hours from the buzz of Abu Dhabi City, you’ll find Danat Jebel Dhanna Resort, a welcome reprise from the rush of everyday life. Located on the shore of the mainland, opposite Sir Bani Yas Island, guests benefit from many of…
Hi, I’m Lottie… an exploring non-Kiwi and the newest member of the team. I have been reading Exploring Kiwis since I first entered the blogging sphere. In fact, Sarah was the first person to respond to my shout out for guest posts and I quickly…
















