Practical travel coverage, not just postcards

A lot of travel writing leans heavily on atmosphere and light on logistics. The most useful coverage usually does the opposite, or at least balances the two: how long to allow, how to get there without a car, what is open in shoulder season, where to refill water, where the cellphone coverage drops out.

Travel inside New Zealand has its own quirks. Distances are deceptive. Roads close. Weather changes plans. Small towns have early kitchens and limited accommodation. None of this is a problem if you know to plan for it.

Our travel coverage will aim to be the kind of writing you'd want a friend to send you before a trip: honest about what is worth the drive, clear about what to book ahead, and respectful of the communities that host visitors year-round.

Postcards are fine. Plans are better.