Wellington

Māori Culture in Wellington: Authentic Experiences and Respectful Tourism

Standing on the windswept shores of Wellington Harbour, I found myself caught between two worlds: the sleek urban landscape of New Zealand's capital and the profound cultural heritage of the Māori people who first called this place Te Whanganui-a-Tara. As...

The Car-Free Wellington Guide: Navigating New Zealand's Capital on Public Transit

When I first arrived in Wellington after decades in Edinburgh, I was struck by the similarities between these hilly coastal capitals. Both are compact, walkable cities with dramatic landscapes and unpredictable weather that can deliver four seasons in a single...