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Home » Travel » New Zealand » New Zealand Life

New Zealand Life

As an expat, I have a unique view of everyday New Zealand life, and I share it here. This section includes articles on everything from day-to-day living to special events like celebrations and festivals.

It’s a great place to start for both those planning to visit or those wanting to move here forever, as we did. We fell in love with New Zealand, and we are sure you will too.

If you love New Zealand and want to discuss it with other travellers or residents, join our Facebook group: Explore New Zealand and share travel tips, stories, photos, or just ask questions.

Enjoy our articles on life in New Zealand:

Tui on Tiritiri Matangi Island,one of the unique animals in New Zealand

20 Unique Animals in New Zealand That Will Make You Smile

Read more20 Unique Animals in New Zealand That Will Make You Smile
Couple sitting at the end of the pier at Nelson Lakes National Park is one of the most places to visit in New Zealand

20 Most Beautiful Places in New Zealand to Inspire You

Read more20 Most Beautiful Places in New Zealand to Inspire You
Hobbiton movie set is one of the New Zealand Lord of the Rings Filming Locations

New Zealand Lord of the Rings Filming Locations You Can Visit

Read moreNew Zealand Lord of the Rings Filming Locations You Can Visit
Little penguins are one of the three species of penguins in New Zealand

18 Places to See Penguins in New Zealand

Read more18 Places to See Penguins in New Zealand
Lookout through the back window at the snowcapped mountains in the distance after renting a campervan in New Zealand.

Renting a Campervan in New Zealand: What You Need to Know

Read moreRenting a Campervan in New Zealand: What You Need to Know
Hiking and enjoying life as an expat in New Zealand

An American Expat in New Zealand: Initial Days vs 20 Years On

Read moreAn American Expat in New Zealand: Initial Days vs 20 Years On
Silhouette of golfer on one of the best golf courses in New Zealand

Best Golf Courses in New Zealand: A Guide for Expats (and Visitors)

Read moreBest Golf Courses in New Zealand: A Guide for Expats (and Visitors)
Pole Dancing Auckland in a park

A New Look at Pole Dancing – Auckland Offers Fitness, Fun, and Comedy

Read moreA New Look at Pole Dancing – Auckland Offers Fitness, Fun, and Comedy
Fire spinning poi at Auckland Fire and Flow in New Zealand

Wow! Fire Spinning in Auckland – Discover Fire and Flow

Read moreWow! Fire Spinning in Auckland – Discover Fire and Flow
Interesting facts about New Zealand

Interesting Facts About New Zealand – World Records and Fun Trivia

Read moreInteresting Facts About New Zealand – World Records and Fun Trivia
Skiing and snowboarding in New Zealand at Cardrona Alpine Resort

Skiing and Snowboarding in New Zealand: Find Your Best Ski Field

Read moreSkiing and Snowboarding in New Zealand: Find Your Best Ski Field
Night crowds at the Latin Fiesta - one of many fun Auckland festivals

20 Unique Auckland Festivals and Events

Read more20 Unique Auckland Festivals and Events
Mountain of Light at a light festival in Auckland at night - New Zealand

How to Photograph a Light Festival: Enjoying Auckland at Night

Read moreHow to Photograph a Light Festival: Enjoying Auckland at Night
Pro-am races at the Volvo Ocean Race Auckland stopover, New Zealand

Volvo Ocean Race Around the World – Auckland Stopover

Read moreVolvo Ocean Race Around the World – Auckland Stopover
Many New Zealand sayings involve sheep.

Kiwi Slang: Funny New Zealand Sayings – Visitors Beware!

Read moreKiwi Slang: Funny New Zealand Sayings – Visitors Beware!
A flying machine designed by Leonardo da Vinci in the traveling da Vinci Machines exhibit.

Impressive da Vinci Machines: Visiting Exhibit Seen at MOTAT in Auckland

Read moreImpressive da Vinci Machines: Visiting Exhibit Seen at MOTAT in Auckland
Ready to collect cockles (small clams) on Okoromai Bay in Auckland New Zealand

Where to Find Cockles: Collecting Cockles at Okoromai Bay, New Zealand

Read moreWhere to Find Cockles: Collecting Cockles at Okoromai Bay, New Zealand
Even some of the shop keepers got into the late night Halloween spirit in Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland Late Night Halloween: Adults in Costume on K-Road & Queen St

Read moreAuckland Late Night Halloween: Adults in Costume on K-Road & Queen St
Many New Zealand sayings involve sheep

Docking Lambs – A New Experience for this City Girl

Read moreDocking Lambs – A New Experience for this City Girl
Intimidated by Cows I Climb Over an Electric Fence

Intimidated by Cows I Climb Over an Electric Fence

Read moreIntimidated by Cows I Climb Over an Electric Fence
Taking an Italian cooking workshop hosted by Barilla at the Auckland Food Show 2017

Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Auckland Food Show

Read moreTop 10 Reasons to Visit the Auckland Food Show
100th ANZAC Day dawn parade Auckland War Memorial Museum, New Zealand

War Memorial: 100th ANZAC Day in Auckland

Read moreWar Memorial: 100th ANZAC Day in Auckland

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