Following Fiona

Honest travel guidance to help independent travellers plan smarter trips in the UK and New Zealand.

Hi, I’m Fiona — a UK-based travel writer with a focus on New Zealand and the UK. If you’re planning a trip and want practical advice without the fluff, you’re in the right place. I share honest, experience-based guides to help you figure out where to go, what’s worth it, and how to make it all work.

Here you’ll find:

Itineraries for UK and New Zealand trips
City breakdowns and destination comparisons
Travel tips based on real-world experience
Advice for road trips, seasonal travel, and planning efficiently

Whether you’re researching your first big trip or just need help deciding between two places, I aim to make travel planning easier — and more enjoyable.

Want to travel the UK without sticking out like a tourist?
Grab my free UK Cultural Cheat Sheet and start exploring like a local—without the awkward moments.

🌏 Planning a trip to New Zealand?
Grab my free New Zealand itinerary guide with done-for-you routes for both islands — plus tips on scenic drives, top stops, and where to slow down.

Got Queenstown on your New Zealand route?
My Queenstown Trip Planner brings together the practical decisions, recommendations, and planning tools you need to organise that part of your trip with less stress.

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About Fiona

I’ve lived in London most of my life (and still call it home), but New Zealand is where my love of travel really took off. I moved there after university and spent a year exploring, including six months working in a prison in Auckland — quite the intro to the country!

Since then, I’ve returned to New Zealand many times, road tripped across 48 US states, and taken countless solo and small-group trips across the UK.

On Following Fiona, I share what I’ve learned along the way — from where to stay and how to get around, to what’s genuinely worth your time. If you’re planning a trip to the UK or New Zealand, you’ll find plenty of useful advice here.

Check out my posts for travel tips, destination guides, and get to know me here!