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New Zealand Travel Guide |
| About New Zealand |
 Aotearoa the original name; New Zealand was born from the vast Pacific Ocean, pushed out of the seabed by the millennia of violent volcanic upheavals. The landscape presents a wild exposition of jagged mountains, peaceful rolling hills, mysterious volcanic craters, almost tropical coastline and tranquil fiords.
New Zealand's spectacularly beautiful landscape includes vast mountain chains, steaming volcanoes, sweeping coastlines, deeply indented fiords and lush rainforests.
Comparable in size and/or shape to Great Britain, Colorado or Japan, New Zealand has a population of only 4 million - making it one of the world's least crowded countries. It is a haven for those seeking peace; rejuvenation and relaxation as well as a playground for thrill seekers and adventurers! |
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| Where is New Zealand |
| Just a 3 hour flight from the East coast of Australia |
| A 10-12 hour direct fllight from most other places on the Pacific Rim - Californnia, Hong Kong, Japan ad Singapore. |
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| What to Wear |
 The best way to dress is to wear layers that can be put on or taken off easily. A pullover (sweatshirt) is useful in summer everything, which can be cool. A light weight rain jacket or anorak comes in handy, and a sunhat, sunglasses and strong sun screen are essential in summer. Warm gloves, a hat and a warm jacket are advisable in winter. |
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| Why New Zealand |
| New Zealanders are very friendly people and visitors are warmly welcomed |
| New Zealand has an excellent tourism infrastructure |
| New Zealand has spectacullar natural landscapes |
| New Zealand has a clean and unpolluted environment |
| New Zealand is a safe, secure and politically stable country |
| New Zealand is a value-for-money destination! |
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| Time Difference |
| GMT + 12 |
| Daylight Saving: |
| GMT + 13 (mid-October to mid-March - exact date varies) |
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| Climate |
| New Zealand has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. |
| Summer : December to February : 14°C - 28°C (57°F - 82°F) |
| Autumn : March to May : 10°C - 24°C (50°F - 75°F) |
| Winter : June to August : 9°C - 20°C (48°F - 68°F) |
| Spring : September to Novermber : 14°C - 28°C (57°F - 82°F) |
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| New Zealand Places of Interest |
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| AUKLAND |
 Auckland is situated on and around a narrow isthmus that is flanked by two magnificent Harbours - the Waitemata to the east and the Manukau to the west.
Try not to think of Auckland as a city, even though it’s New Zealand’s largest with 1.8 million populations. Think of it as half urban, half marine - a cosmopolitan experience wrapped up in a fascinating water world that’s dotted with over 50 islands.
Auckland has attractions for any-age appeal.Go up the Sky Tower, for amazing views of the city and beyond Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter & Underwater World gets you up close and personal with sharks and penguins, etc Bridge Climb – Adrenalin jumping experience. Climb and walk on the Harbour Bridge of Auckland |
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| ROTORUA |
 The seething power of inner earth comes to the surface in Rotorua. Explore the geothermal areas and discover the unique culture of New Zealand’s Maori people.
Rotorua is also known as the City of Thermal activity and is renowned for its World’s one of the largest Geyser “Pohutu”, for mud pools and hot springs.
Here you'll be spellbound by stories relayed through song, dance and art. Legends passed on through the years transform the handiwork of two sisters of the spirit world, carrying fire to their frozen and dying brother, into the geothermal energy that abounds in Rotorua today.
Rotorua is also known for its many activities: Agrodome - Experience an action packed live farm stage show featuring trained rams, sheep shearing, sheep dogs, milking cows and baby lambs and lots of other thrilling activities; Zorb, Free Fall, Swoop, etc Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve – The home of “Pohutu” and also it has the Maori Arts * Craft Institute Polynesian Spa – Relax in Rotorua’s Hot Spring Spa. Unwind and rejuvenate at the luxurious attraction Lots of adrenalin-pumping action is available at these natural settings and environment; race along the Luge tracks down a mountain, white water rafting, tumble down head over wheels down a hill side in “Zorb” or take part in team building exercises at “Off the Road”. |
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| WELLINGTON |
 Capital City of New Zealand situated on the southern tip of North Island and it offers an unforgettable city experience in a natural setting. It is located between a beautiful harbour and rolling green hills.
Wellington has excellent shopping, professional theatre and cafes and restaurants all close to untouched nature spots and is only two kilometers wide so it can be explored easily on foot.
Te Papa, New Zealand’s national museum is on the waterfront. Walk to Te Papa from a central city restaurant and stop at a local fashion store or an art gallery on the way. Also are the magnificent Victorian Style Parliament Building and the Bee Hive Building adjacent to each other.
Wellington is the arts and culture capital of New Zealand. Festivals and events are held here throughout the year. A highlight is the bi-annual New Zealand Festival – a month long arts festival.
Wellington is for nature lovers as well as arts and culture enthusiasts.
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| CHRISTCHURCH |
 This city is alive with color, atmosphere and world-class attractions. It's a place known internationally for its spectacular gardens and that is the reason it is also known as “ City of Gardens. Here you’ll find a fresh experience each day.
Christchurch still hold the charm of old English city as the city has many of the Victorian style buildings and the lanes with typical English names.
Christchurch Tramway is an inner city tour experience that combines the heritage of the trams, attractions and historical buildings with the culture of the Garden City. The beautifully restored trams follow a 2.5 km loop around central Christchurch, taking in some of the most interesting sights. You’ll see Cathedral Square, the Aquarium of Discovery, the Arts Centre, Botanic Gardens, Canterbury Museum, the Avon River, Victoria Square and New Regent Street - to name just a few.
Christchurch offers a lot to be seen in & around:Kaikoura – Whale watch tour to see the White Sperm Whales Spectacular Train Journey on “Tranz Alpine Express” till Arthur Pass. This leg Christchurch-Arthur Pass is the most beautiful and scenic. Hot Air Ballooning International Antarctic Centre – an insight on Antarctic. |
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| QUEENSTOWN |
 Blessed with some of the world’s most exquisite geography, Queenstown never fails to amaze travellers with its scope for excitement and fun.
Nestled in between the massive Lake Wakatipu and the snow capped Remarkables the city is at times is described as a Cake On a Try; Remarkables are coffee brown as look like piece of it with a snow as icing and Lake Wakatipu with its pristine blue and silver color as a tray. It is also famous in the world as “City of Activities” as there available by baker’s dozen.
Queenstown’s some of the famous activities are:
Combo of activities: Helicopter Flight over the Remarkables, Gondola Ride, Luge (mountain skooty) Ride, Jet Boat Ride on the Shotover River Dart River Safari to see some of the locations of Trilogy “ Lord of the Rings”, etc Milford Sound Excursion – One of the World’s scenic destination and not to be missed when one is traveling in South Islands of New Zealand.
TSS Earnslaw – Cruise on the picturesque Lake Wakatipu on the vintage steamship to Walter Peak High Country. |
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