May 7, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
For a compact country, New Zealand packs an incredible amount of diversity. From craggy coastlines and fairytale forests to world-class surfing and adrenalin-pumping excursions, New Zealand is an endless playground for adventurers. But, holidays here don’t come cheap. If you’re trying to push your pennies further, you’ll need to stick [...]
March 5, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Looking for the best pizza in Wellington? Whether it’s a classic, doughy Neapolitan style pie or a cheesy NYC slice, pizza never fails to hit the spot. While the debate on the best style of pizza will forever rage on, here at Big 7 Travel we love ’em all. [...]
March 5, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
The foodie scene in this city is second to none and the pizza in Christchurch is among the best in the country. So, like any sane food lover would, we set out to find the very best places to eat pizza in the city. [...]
March 5, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
While great food comes in many different forms, it’s hard to argue that the humble burger is one of the world’s great dishes. Like so many of the classics, it is simple, relatively cheap and utterly delicious. [...]
March 5, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Watch out Australia – the coffee scene in NZ is one to take serious note of. There’s some incredible places for coffee in Christchurch. [...]
March 5, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
On lookout for the best burgers in Christchurch? From overflowing stacks to simple cheeseburgers, we’ve got you covered. [...]
March 5, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
With world class produce and some of the best chefs in the world, the food scene in New Zealand is beyond exciting. But where to begin with choosing what to eat in the city? Whether you’re traveling around NZ or living there, you’ll be consistently impressed by the choice of [...]
March 4, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
New Zealand pizza is among some of the very best on the planet, so to celebrate the tastiest Kiwi crusts in the country, Big 7 has rounded up the best of the best to give you all a serious treat. [...]
March 4, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
It’s no secret that New Zealand is home to some incredible food – from pizzas to these bucket list dishes – so we’ve gone one step further and found the best burgers in Wellington. [...]
March 4, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
The best pizzas in New Zealand are some of the cheesiest, sauciest, tastiest pizzas you’ll find in the world. They deserve a spot on any foodie bucket list, as Kiwi crust, sauce, toppings, and of course the cheese are all the best of the best. [...]
December 5, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
For a compact country, New Zealand packs an incredible amount of diversity. From craggy coastlines and fairytale forests to world-class surfing and adrenalin-pumping excursions, New Zealand is an endless playground for adventurers. But, holidays here don’t come cheap. If you’re trying to push your pennies further, you’ll need to stick [...]
November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
New Zealand’s largest city, Auckland, is also one of its most popular. Beloved for its waterside location, volcanic landscapes and vibrant culture, over two million people visit the city every year. But how much do you know about the city beyond its blockbuster sights? Did you know that in Māori-language, [...]
October 19, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Whether you’re a Kiwi with friends and family overseas or you’ve simply been saving up for your dream holiday to Europe, North America or even South Africa, chances are that travel restrictions might mean you’ve already cancelled or you’ll need to change your plans imminently. [...]
July 4, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
New Zealand packs a staggering amount of diversity into one relatively compact country, from craggy coastlines to fairytale forests to snowcapped mountains. You can tick off most of its main sights on a two-week trip, but it takes months to really get to grips with this jaw-dropping scenery. If you’re [...]
February 23, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
So you want to discover New Zealand's preternatural beauty by car? You’re in for a wild ride through cosmopolitan cities, charming towns and coastal and alpine landscapes in one of the world’s last great wildernesses. The Kiwi terrain is so diverse that it feels like there’s a whole continent packed [...]
March 15, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Spending time in the city and want to find the best Auckland chicken wings? Don’t worry, we have you covered. [...]
March 15, 2021 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
In the mood to feast on some tasty chicken wings in Wellington? We’ve got you covered. From classic fried chicken joints to creative – and super spicy! – sauces, wing lovers are well looked after in this city. [...]
March 12, 2021 - Melanie Hamilton
Dazzling scenery, rich culture and an incredible gastronomic scene are just a few of the things that await in New Zealand. Which is why this breathtaking Pacific nation is one of the most sought after tourist destinations and is great for every type of traveller. Whether you’re planning to visit [...]
October 20, 2020 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Listen up fans: one of the most scenic locations in New Zealand from the series is finally reopening to the public after 11 years. Deer Park Heights in South Island – seen in all three Lord of the Rings films – is a must-visit. It is a farm on top [...]
July 10, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
Although you may not be able to travel there right now, these New Zealand dishes will transport your tastebuds to this majestic country. With an abundance of amazing produce , the cooking here is wholesome and not over complicated. They keep things simple and just do it well. [...]
June 16, 2020 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
From glaciers to beaches, whale-watching to wine-tasting, there’s so many incredible bucket list experiences in New Zealand. [...]
February 17, 2020 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Craving some flavoursome Filipino food in NZ? You’re in luck, as there’s some amazing Filipino restaurants in Auckland where you can fill your belly on all sorts of traditional dishes. From sisig to lechón, the following restaurants are cooking up some of the best eats from all across the Philippines. [...]
January 2, 2020 - Bo Heamyan
Vibrant and forward-looking with a casual, laid-back vibe, Christchurch has a way of making you feel right at home, even if it’s just for a couple of days… In fact, 48 hours in Christchurch is a decent amount of time to spend here. [...]
October 30, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Not only does Wellington have amazing coffee and beer bars, the city is also a hotspot for lots of hip and cosy wine bars. Some of the wine bars in Wellington are among the cutest you’ll ever step foot in. [...]
October 30, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
It’s no secret that New Zealand is home to some of the world’s most beautiful scenery, which explains its popularity with film scouts. Some of the best filming locations in New Zealand include spots from the Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Hobbit, King Kong: Skull Island and more. [...]
June 24, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Incase you’ve been living in an internet-proof cave, the New Zealand accent is officially the sexiest accent in the world. Take that, Australia. [...]
June 18, 2019 - Big 7 Travel Team
New Zealand is a magical place, with stunning natural beauty, wonderful things to do and some of the friendliest locals you are ever likely to meet. In a nutshell, it’s one of the most beautiful countries in the world. [...]
April 30, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Many of Wellington’s best cocktail bars are hiding down side streets, while the city also has its fair share of craft beer taprooms and all-round great boozers. [...]
April 30, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Every Wellingtonian knows the capital has some of the best coffee in the world, and now it’s time that the rest of the world knows it too. While Wellington has incredible food, it’s the coffee that really knocks it out of the park. [...]