As the snow makes its way to the peaks of the Austrian Alps (good news for skiers!), the sun is making its way down below the equator to New Zealand’s South Island and the beautiful seaside resorts of Kaikoura and Kaiteriteri.

A wonderful spot for wine lovers, the northern coastline of the South Island homes many of New Zealand’s best wineries, and with the Abel Tasman National Park, beautiful golden sandy beaches, and the ferry to the North Island all within reach, it is the perfect place to spend a chunk on your holiday time in NZ.

If, like us, you intend to self-drive New Zealand, then you will have the perfect opportunity to visit both Kaikoura and Kaiteriteri on your route around the island, and here are just a few snapshots of what you can expect to see…