Australia and New Zealand


Check out these posts about artsy travels in Australia and New Zealand.

View over Wellington in New Zea;land, a great place to spend a day.

Best of Wellington in One Day: Culture & Charm

Affectionately nicknamed Windy Welly, New Zealand's capital cityWellington is quirky, cultured, and gorgeous. This harbor-hugging city is a vibrant mix ...
Kayaks on the beach at Abel Tasman National Park, the place for a multiday kayak and walk adventure with Wilson's

My Abel Tasman Multi-day Tour: Wonder, Challenge, Pure Magic

If youโ€™re looking for an awesome way to experience Abel Tasman National Park on New Zealand's South Island, then I ...
Stunning view of Cathedral Cove on the Coromandel Peninsula in New Zealand

Discover New Zealand’s North Island: Hobbiton, the Coromandel, & Auckland

A magical loop through Hobbiton, the Coromandel, and Auckland, this itinerary blends cinematic charm, golden beaches, rainforest trails, art-filled towns, ...
Pancake Rocks along the west coast of New Zealand's South Island

Driving the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island

Driving the west coast of New Zealand's South Island from Queenstown in the south to Nelson in the north must ...
What to See in New Zealand's Steamy Central North Island

What to See in New Zealand’s Steamy Central North Island

No trip to New Zealand is complete without spending time in the simmering center of New Zealandโ€™s North Island, where ...
Ariel view of Queenstown on the South Island in New Zealand

Queenstown, New Zealand: What I Actually Did (And Loved)

I loved my visit to Queenstown and the surrounding areas so much that I compiled my experience into 10 things ...
Exhibit at MONA: an ancient Egyptian sarcophagus adorned with intricate hieroglyphics and illustrations of deities, displayed in a dark exhibit space. A brightly lit ornate shrine is visible in the background.

Why Visit the Museum of Old and New Art in Hobart, Tasmania

Written by Linda Moore for Artsy Traveler If you've made the trek to Hobart, Tasmania, put a visit to the ...
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Carol M. Cram writes novels inspired by the arts; runs Artsy Traveler, an arts-focused travel blog, and Art In Fiction, a curated database of 2,700+ novels inspired by the arts; and hosts The Art In Fiction Podcast. She has also authored 60+ textbooks on computer applications and taught at Capilano University for over two decades. Carol lives with her husband, artist Gregg Simpson, on beautiful Bowen Island near Vancouver, BC.

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