New Zealand Trails Beckon Boomers

New Zealand’s fabulous scenery makes it an inspiring place to hike. Photo by Clark Norton

Along with Switzerland, New Zealand is my favorite place to hike.

The “tracks,” as hiking trails are known there, lead along mountain ridges, lakes, and rivers and through valleys and rainforests. The scenery is, well, choose your cliche: spectacular, breathtaking, unforgettable.

Some of the tracks are relatively easy, while others can literally take your breath away.

A Kiwi-owned company, New Zealand Trails, makes it easy for baby boomers — about two-thirds of its customers are in the 49 to 67 boomer age range — to experience several of the tracks as well as other South Island highlights, such as a train journey across the Southern Alps, a glowworm cave, a kayak trip through a coastal lagoon, a scenic helicopter ride, a lake cruise, and a boat trip across Milford Sound.

Hiking trails include a… Continue reading →