Editor’s note: New Zealand, in our humble opinions, is one of the top indie travel destinations in the world. The beauty. The infrastructure. The people. The isolation. All combine to create a wonderland for independent travelers. If you’re planning a long-term trip, I would highly suggest adding New Zealand to the itinerary. Costs to get there can be high, and travel times long (for most travelers). So making it part of your big trip just makes sense. BootsnAll contributor Arundhati Sampath took a road and rail trip across New Zealand’s North and South Islands with her family, and what follows is an alphabetically arranged account of New Zealand’s many attractions and experiences. Enjoy!