When our friends at 123NZ shared a sneak peek of Ultra Festival 2026’s Wellington line-up, we couldn’t wait to dig in. Now that the official Phase 1 artists are out, the hype is real! Now that the official Phase 1 artists are out, the hype is real!
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We Travel. We Enjoy Life. We Share Stories. The Travel.Geek travel blog started as DIY-OE travel blog but morphed into Travel.Geek.NZ after a few years. The new name just made more sense. We create articles about combining travelling with tasty or fun things like craft beer, live music, local food and the geek side of life. Check out the latest travel blog posts.
Take your tastebuds on holiday as well with these tasty European road trip snacks
The ultimate overseas adventure must be a road trip. Just you, your mates, and a car. Oh, and of course a map (or satnav) and some money. See where the road will take you. Go explore Europe. Awesome. As you drive along in Europe, you’ll notice the differences in petrol stations and the snacks you […]
Never miss a game or race: use a VPN to watch your favourite sports anywhere
Are you a die-hard sports fan that wants to watch your favourite sports anywhere but you can’t because of geographical restrictions? Whether you are a petrol head whose Formula 1 race (exciting season finale anyone?) or WRC Rally competition event was geoblocked or you’re a concert fan missing out on their favourite band’s festival stream […]
What is the best way to travel around New Zealand: bus, car or campervan? You’ll find the answer here!
Ever dreamt of unravelling the wonders of New Zealand? Whether you’re cruising in a campervan, zipping around in your own car, hopping on public transport, embarking on a group adventure, or catching the next bus, we’ve dissected each option to help you discover the ultimate travel experience in New Zealand. Dive in and let your […]
The number one reason to visit Seville: it has everything you’re looking for in a Spanish city
When planning a city trip to Spain, a lot of people immediately think of Barcelona or Madrid. But there are more amazing cities in Spain, a lot more. Seville is one of the Spanish cities you should add to your must-visit list. Start reading this blog post and you’ll know why.
Turn boring city tours into exciting city exploration games. Explore cities worldwide in game mode
It’s 2025, why are so many travellers still walking around with paper guidebooks when exploring a city? It’s time to ditch the oldskool self-guided city tour – the static & boring way to explore a city – and switch on game mode. Let’s turn any city tour into an exciting exploration game, let’s turn it […]
Unmissable European music festivals: get ready for an EPIC season!
Summer is such an awesome time to go travelling. Imagine yourself lying in the grass somewhere in Europe, sharing beers with mates, while listening to your favourite band. Or perhaps check out your favourite Kiwi band. Yes, many Kiwi acts have been played or will be playing at these European music festivals. What are you […]
Explore Keukenhof: plan your visit to the world’s largest flower garden today!
Get ready for a bloomin’ good time at Keukenhof, the largest flower garden in the world! Nestled just a hop, skip, and a jump away from Amsterdam in the charming town of Lisse, Keukenhof is a bucket list destination that will make your heart skip a beat.
Travel smart: why paying for travel insurance is the best money-saving move
It may sound weir but it is true. When you pay a relative small amount for travel insurance, you’ll save heaps down the line when something happens when you are overseas. Medical costs, smartphones smashed to pieces when you drop it like it’s hot, missed flights, lost luggage and more. These costs can add up […]
Our little secret to seeing & doing heaps in Amsterdam without breaking the bank!
Travelling is so much fun that once you start, it’s hard to stop (or go home). However, money will also be your biggest challenge (just like time). Tips on how to save money while travelling are always welcomed, right? Well, here’s what you can do to save heaps of money on Amsterdam museums and attractions.
How to open a New Zealand bank account online the fast & easy way. Get it done before arrival!
Are you planning a trip to New Zealand? Do you want to save heaps of money by paying via card in the local currency when travelling or living in New Zealand? Then opening a New Zealand bank account is the best thing you can do.
6.66 reasons why you want to rock in Europe at these awesome rock & metal festivals
Fans of rock, metal, and punk(rock) live music will have heaps of opportunities to get their horns up in Europe. The new rock festival season will be an awesome one. We’ve selected 6.66 of the best rock festivals throughout Europe for the upcoming season. Check out the line-ups, ticket info and start planning your trip. […]
Oldies that will rock your world at the best classic rock festivals
Fans of classic rock, it’ll be an awesome festivals summer for you guys. The line-up of heaps of classic rock festivals in Europe is soooo good. So many amazing bands are scheduled to play. Bands that have been around for many years, but they will still rock your world. These oldies yet goodies will take […]
How to explore every corner of Europe with Vueling: a great budget airline
Get to know the low fare airlines in Europe before you start your trip to Europe. There are so many different low cost aka cheap airlines there, that it pays to do some research. It’s a great way to travel fast between major European cities without breaking the bank.
The best prep for hopping on a train in Germany: how to see more & pay less
As soon as you start planning your European adventure, you’ll realise that you will be going to train travel heaven. There’s no need for waiting at airports or searching for cheap flights as the train network in Europe is excellent. You can get almost everywhere by train. Here are our tips to make travelling by […]
7 rookie travel mistakes you can easily avoid
Travelling exposes you to different cultures and allows you to see attractions outside your home country. Many people also take trips to find mental peace. There are certain simple mistakes made by rookies when they first start to travel. Try to avoid these mistakes if you want to have a more pleasurable trip. Learn from […]