Welcome to Aotearoa, the Land of the Long White Cloud. A place more commonly known as New Zealand, the country's traditional Maori name has been used for over 1000 years since explorers from Polynesia came across on canoes to discover new lands. Now, New Zealand is waiting for explorers like yourself! Our extensive New Zealand Ultimate Backpacking Guide is here to help plan your travels so you can see more, spend less, and get the most out this beautiful corner of the world.

Good news - New Zealand is OPENING for international tourism in 2022! Read on for the latest updates about travel to New Zealand.

Adventure travel comes in many forms, and you can find it in every corner of the world. That being said, there definitely are some destinations that have a little more oomph when it comes to adrenaline. If you picture yourself kayaking through caves, SCUBA diving shipwrecks or throwing yourself off cliffs (safely) in 2022, we’ve picked out some of our favourite countries for adventure travel. Let’s jump into it! 

As we see border restrictions ease and vaccines continue to roll out across the world, 2022 is going to be the year to unleash our wildest bottled-up travel plans. The world feels within reach again, and we couldn’t be more excited that international travel is back on the cards. From Asia to Oz, here’s our pick of the 7 destinations you should be bookmarking for travel in 2022.

Soaring mountains, dramatic beaches, powerful rivers, glistening lakes and so much more is waiting for you in new Zealand, the all-natural theme park at the bottom of the world. It would probably be easier to write why you shouldn't travel to New Zealand, as it would be a much shorter list. Somewhere this incredible has to be shared, so gather round as we give you some of the very best reasons why New Zealand should be on your travel bucket list (if it isn't already!)

Cultural travellers who thrive on both tradition and excitement will find a vibrant array of festivals around the world that blend deep-rooted customs with thrilling experiences. From dynamic street parties to colourful parades, here’s your guide to some of the world's most adventurous and culturally rich festivals.