Though perhaps not best known for its avian highlights, the South Pacific island of New Zealand is actually a birder’s paradise.
“Our hike through the Ulva Island bird sanctuary with Ulva Goodwillie giving us the history of the island while pointing out many of the bird species and plant life that inhabit the island was a fascinating and wonderful experience.”
— George Penokie | New Zealand Nature Explorer
Asia & The Pacific
The Kingdom of Bhutan is a remarkable place: a landlocked country of towering mountains, fertile valleys and forests that cover more than 70% of its territory. It’s also a nation rich in cultural heritage.
Asia & The Pacific
In Maori, Rakiura means “Land of Glowing Skies.” Brilliant sunrises and sunsets mark the tranquil days on Rakiura, also known as Stewart Island, while its location at 47° south latitude makes it a potential viewing spot for the aurora australis, or Southern Lights.
Asia & The Pacific
In New Zealand, Maori legends that tell the tales of how the landscape came to be abound. One such story describes a giant supernatural creature whose body ignited in flames while he slept, creating an S-shaped trough thousands of feet deep.
