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Milford Sound is BUSY! Navigating the Crowds
Milford Sound is getting very busy as we head into the popular summer season. In this article, our owner Toby explains how you can avoid it
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Milford Sound: HOW TO GUIDE: Add-Ons for Your Trip
The final part of our HOW TO series - Add-Ons you can include in your Milford Sound experience including Helicopters, Glowworms & Doubtful.
Milford Road Alliance: Superheroes of Milford Road
The Milford Alliance manage the safety & maintanance of the world famous and notorious Milford Road. Learn why this team is important to you
The Kea: New Zealand's Mischievous Alpine Parrot
The Kea is the only alpine parrot in the world and they all reside in the South Island of NZ. This quirky, cheeky character is a must see.
Homer Tunnel - The Last Hurdle to Milford Sound
Homer Tunnel is one of NZ's biggest infrastructure projects in history and something every visitor to Milford Sound by road will experience.
Milford Sound - Why A Powerful Impact On Visitors?
Milford Sound impacts visitors in different ways and we witness it every day. From tears, to visible shaking, we explain why that might be.
What to do in Te Anau? Locals Top 10 List
Heard of this place called Te Anau and wondering if it is worth staying in? Our Locals Guide lists our Top 10 best things to do in Te Anau.
What is Available in Milford Sound?
Many are surprised to find out how little there is in Milford Sound, so in this guide we breakdown what you can expect to find.
SURPRISE! Milford Sound is NOT a Sound
You may be surprised to know that Milford Sound is not actually a Sound! It is a Fiord, just like the others in Fiordland. Learn why.
Tim Rivett & Wendy Van der Molen
8 min read
"We were nervous to book a Milford Sound Tour"
Luxe Tours Guests Tim & Wendy explain how they almost didn't choose to do a Milford Sound Tour, but when they did - there were no regrets.
Russell Watson & Frances McGrouther
8 min read
Guest Review: Our Luxe Tours Milford Sound Tour
Read a review from two of our previous guests - Russell & Frances who travelled on the Luxe Tours Milford Sound Tour in March 2024.
South Island Things to Do for Australians
The South Island of New Zealand is spectacular. In this article we discuss how Australians can explore the beautiful southern island of NZ
The Luxe Team
10 min read
Review: RealNZ Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise
RealNZ is a large tourism operator here in Fiordland. In this Review, we take a look at their very popular Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise
Toby Pascoe - Lead Guide
9 min read
Milford Sound for Australians - The VERY Honest Guide
Aussie Aussie Aussie! Milford Sound is awaiting you and in this article we explore why so many Australians visit and love Milford Sound.
Fiordland National Park: A Celebration of Water
In this article we explore the power, beauty and significance of water in Milford Sound and Fiordland, New Zealand.
Murray Patterson - Local Tour Guide
6 min read
Local Guide - My Favourite Part of the Milford Road
One of our tour guides, Murray, takes us through his favourite part of the Milford Road and the best ways to explore it and see everything
Milford Sound, New Zealand - What's All The Hype About?
We cover some quick, hot topic questions about Milford Sound and discover whether it is worth all the hype that you may have seen!
The Luxe Team
2 min read
LIVE MILFORD SOUND TOUR COST COMPARISON
Use our helpful Milford Sound Tour cost comparison find the most suitable tour option for you.
Toby Pascoe - Lead Guide
3 min read
Milford Sound vs Doubtful Sound - Quick Explainer
Milford Sound vs Doubtful Sound - our Quick Explainer. Struggling to decide between the two? Or considering both? This guide is for you!
A History of Piopiotahi - Milford Sound
Read the history of Milford Sound in New Zealand including the first explorers, the building of the key Homer Tunnel & modern day tourism.
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