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20 Must-Visit Destinations in New Zealand’s North Island

20 Must-Visit Destinations in New Zealand’s North Island 

Posted on 21 September 202411 October 2025

The North Island of New Zealand is known for its stunning beaches, volcanoes, waterfalls, geothermal wonders, and lush natural landscapes. If you’re looking for inspiration and ideas for your next trip, read our post on the 20 Must-Visit Destinations in New Zealand’s North Island.

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20 Must-Visit Destinations in New Zealand’s South Island

20 Must-Visit Destinations in New Zealand’s South Island

Posted on 20 September 202414 October 2025

New Zealand’s South Island is known for its stunning natural beauty – from mountains and volcanoes to beaches, waterfalls, and glaciers. In this post, we share our pick of 20 Must-Visit Destinations in New Zealand’s South Island.

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Coromandel peninsula, New Zealand

Best of the Coromandel in two days

Posted on 17 March 202311 October 2025

Coromandel Peninsula in New Zealand is famous for its golden sand beaches, marine reserves, forest walks and breathtaking coastlines. In this post we would like to share how to see the Best of the Coromandel in two days.

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Travel by Example - 15 Best One Day Trips from Auckland

15 Best One Day Trips from Auckland

Posted on 1 December 202211 October 2025

Auckland is the biggest city in New Zealand. There are many things to see and do in and around the city. In this post we are going to share 15 Best One Day Trips from Auckland. We are including lots of pics – so that you can get a glance at the places and to make it easier for you to choose which ones to visit.

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Travel by Example - 20+ Volcanoes to see in Auckland

20+ Volcanoes to see in Auckland

Posted on 24 November 202121 September 2024

The biggest city in New Zealand – Auckland – is built on a volcanic field and there are approximately 50 volcanoes within the city area. These volcanoes define Auckland’s unique landscape – not only hills and volcanic cones, but also some of the city lakes are of volcanic origin. Here is our top pick of 20+ Volcanoes to see in Auckland.

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Travel Captures - 5 Best Waterfalls near Auckland

5 Best Waterfalls near Auckland

Posted on 31 August 20212 November 2025

Looking for the best waterfalls near Auckland to visit? Here are 5 scenic favorites we’ve explored – all within an hour’s drive from central Auckland.

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Travel Captures - Karangahake Gorge

Karangahake Gorge – Gold Mining and Scenic Walks

Posted on 18 May 202131 October 2025

Karangahake Gorge is a scenic place on New Zealand’s North Island. South of the Coromandel Peninsula, this region offers some of the best historic gold mining trails, nature walks, waterfalls, and rich heritage.

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Travel Captures - Visiting Hobbiton in New Zealand

Visiting Hobbiton in New Zealand

Posted on 21 April 202111 October 2025

Visiting Hobbiton in New Zealand is a unique experience. Read our post to learn everything you need to know – from practical tips to what to expect on a two-hour guided tour of the iconic movie set.

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Travel by Example - About managed isolation on arrival in New Zealand

Survivor’s guide to managed isolation in New Zealand

Posted on 29 September 202021 September 2024

During the Covid-19 there are strict border restrictions and rules in New Zealand. People arriving in New Zealand are required to spend at least two weeks in a managed isolation or quarantine facility. Here you can read about managed isolation on arrival in New Zealand by a family who survived it.

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Lisbon, Portugal

I am Elena, the creator of the Travel Captures blog. I love travelling with my family (my husband and our two boys), taking lots of photos and sharing our travel stories.  My family and I have lived in Ukraine, Ireland, the Netherlands, and New Zealand, and we have travelled to many more countries. In this blog, you will read about our travels, discover example itineraries and travel inspirations, and find useful tips alongside our travel photos.

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