New Zealand’s longest running passenger service, the Northern Explorer is a long distance scenic train service running between Auckland and Wellington, stopping at Palmerston North, Ohakune, National Park and Hamilton. My wife & I recently had a wedding in Auckland, and being baby-free for the weekend (Thanks in-laws!) we decided to take the train up instead. I think being a kiwi, we’re spoilt for scenery in this country and find it hard to appreciate. After… Read more »