The Best Way to Get Around New Zealand

Traveling to New Zealand? Invest in a bike. There’s no better way to explore NZ than by this mode of transportation.

NZ is full of open road and serpentine twisting routes along the shoreline. Get ready for steep climbs, fast descents and the odd albatross to keep you company.

Most towns and cities have bike shops, repair shops and also hire options. For better quality bikes you are best heading to the larger towns and cities but most places will be able to help you on your travels.

While the main roads provide great scenery and easy access, the off-road possibilities tend to really excite most cyclists. With huge varieties of terrain and some of the most spectacular backdrops you could imagine its an excellent option to see the natural beauty of New Zealand. The South Island offers some of the best cycle routes in the World (arguably) and the North Island has some excellent paved back roads. The main highways are the busiest roads to cycle on and traffic does get busier through the summer months.

So travel to New Zealand and bring along your bike!

Tasmania

Do you ever wonder about the origin of that south eastern island just south of Australia? To what county does it belong?

Well, Tasmania is indeed a state of Australia. It is an archipelago of more than 300 islands sitting just 150 miles from the mainland. Tasmanians are citizens of Australia, travel on Australian passports and vote in federal elections. It can be compared to the United States' state of Hawaii.

Tasmania has more than 1,000 mountain peaks, four mild seasons, more than 40 per cent of its island is protected as national parks and reserves, and it has some of the world’s rarest animals. Its main Island, which compares in size to West Virginia, is home to about 500,000 people.

Interestingly enough, Tasmania's air is scientifically proven to be just about the world’s cleanest; the soils are rich and fertile. This means the produce, seafood and wines are next to the best.

Tasmania is a unique Australian destination-but very unique in its own way!