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Hi wanderers! If you are new here, my name is Sarah! I’ve had a passion for travel since studying abroad on Semester at Sea. With 5 continents, 40 countries, and countless cities uner my belt, Wander Off the Beaten Path is my outlet to share my adventures.
I recently became an independent travel consultant with Travelmation. With years of experience in the travel industry and a passion for helping families create unforgettable memories, I’m here to take the hassle out of planning your next vacation. Whether it’s a family getaway, a romantic trip, or a solo adventure, I’ve got you covered!
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WAIHEKE ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND
My favorite thing about Auckland it that is surrounded by so many gorgeous islands! All of the islands are so much different from one another and they are all so easily accessible from Auckland! Of all the islands, my boyfriend, Max and I enjoyed Waiheke Island in particular. [...]
ALL THINGS MILFORD SOUND
Milford Sound is one of the most well known sights in New Zealand. I didn't make it to Milford Sound on my first trip to New Zealand so it was a must do on my second. I can honestly say, Milford did not disappoint! Queenstown being the city [...]
JET BOATING IN QUEENSTOWN
My absolute favorite activity in Queenstown is Jet Boating! I have been jet boating with both Dart River and Thunder Jet. Both trips were absolutely amazing! I highly recommend checking out one of these excursions while you're in Queenstown. Jet Boating is a total thrill. Most jet boating excursions [...]
WHY YOU SHOULD FLY AIR NEW ZEALAND!
Air New Zealand is literally the best airline! I have flown with a number of airlines and have had some of the worst luck when it comes to flying; I am sure fellow travelers can relate. Luckily, I have had great luck flying Air New Zealand so I [...]
FOOD GUIDE: QUEENSTOWN
I have been to Queenstown twice now and it is absolutely incredible! There is so much to do in town it's filled with a number of delicious restaurants. While Queenstown and New Zealand in general can be expensive, we went to a number of great restaurants that didn’t break [...]
BEST ACTIVITIES IN QUEENSTOWN
Queenstown is by far my favorite town in New Zealand! It is such a unique town with SO much to do! I have put together a list of my favorite excursions in Queenstown as well as a few things I wish I had time for. Queenstown is an [...]
FIJI AIRWAYS – FIJI LAYOVER
On my most recent trip to New Zealand, Max and I found a great deal on a flight to New Zealand which included a stopover in Nadi Fiji! I honestly had never thought about exploring another country during a layover, however, once I saw this flight, I couldn't [...]
ICELAND ITINERARY 10 DAYS – updated 2023
Planning a trip to Iceland is so overwhelming! With so many incredible spots to check out, it's hard to decide where to start. Max and I spent 10 days exploring Iceland and absolutely fell in love with the country. We rented a camper van and were off! We [...]
Welcome to Wander Off The Beaten Path, our goal is to share our experiences, positive and negative, to help you plan your next adventure.
