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TRAVEL READING ON NEW ZEALAND:
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New Zealand Travel Guide:
Unusual destinations to
visit in New Zealand
Details About New Zealand's Beautiful
North Island
Holidays in New Zealand - Nature's Own Paradise
Important Historical Landmarks Of
New Zealand
Luxury New Zealand Travel, How Does It Compare
To The Rest Of The World?
Holidays in New Zealand - Nature's Own
Paradise
North Island
/ South Island
Often
called "Kiwiland" by visitors, New Zealand is a striking island
country filled with exoticas and natural wonders. It is divided into two
parts, North Island and South Island. With unique attractions like
geysers, ravishing lakes, rivers and beautiful mountains, New Zealand is
surely a country worth visiting for a great holiday.
Below
mentioned are some of the best attractions you can visit while holidaying
in New Zealand:
Wellington
Situated
in the North Island of New Zealand, this capital city is a must visit
destination while holidaying in New Zealand. Every year a large number of
tourists visit this city to witness its rich culture, delicacy and art.
Wellington offers to its visitors, a series of stunning attractions like
Brooklyn Windmill, Parliament buildings, Elmscourt, Mount Victoria, Frank
Kitts Park, Karori Wildlife Sanctuary, Karori Cemetery, National Library,
Wineries, Vineyards and some of the marvelous Museums. The city is known
for its galleries, cafes, restaurants, art venues and theatres.
Rotorua
Rotorua
is a small town situated in the North Island of the country, close to the
southern coast of Lake Rotorua. Many tourist and visitors visit this part
of New Zealand because of the unique natural geysers, craters, hot mud
pools and springs in the town. Other attractions found in Rotorua include
Whakarewarewa Forest, Okere Falls, The Agrodome, The Buried Village and
Te Puia and Wkakarewarewa Thermal Village.
Tongariro
National Park
Situated
in the centre of North Island, Tongarriro national park is one of the
oldest attractions found in New Zealand. This UNESCO approved heritage
site is a must see for all the tourists, especially those fond of ancient
architecture.
Bay
of Islands
Bay of
Islands is a perfect tourist spot for those looking for some refreshing
fishing experience while vacationing in New Zealand. Bay of island is a
gorgeous tourist attraction with diving, fishing and sailing as its major
charms. Some of the other things to look around in this part of New
Zealand are Waitangi Treaty Grounds, Captain Cook memorial museum, Haruru
falls and Puketi forest.
Auckland
Being
the largest city in New Zealand makes this tourist destination highly
popular with tourists. Auckland offers a variety of tourists attractions
like war memorial museum, sky tower, Auckland zoo, national maritime
museum, art gallery, regional botanic garden, Kelly Tarlton's and more.
Waitomo
Caves
A tour
to Waitomo caves should be a must have in your itinerary while visiting
New Zealand. Situated on the southern side of Hamilton, Waitomo Caves can
be explored by the underground rivers which take you through a cave trip
worth experiencing.
Best
time to visit New Zealand
Ideal
time to visit New Zealand is in the months of February and March, but
advanced booking at this time of the year is advisable to all the
tourists. For those looking forward to skiing and other winter sports,
the best time for visiting New Zealand is in the month of August.
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If you
found this information useful you can find out more at
last-minute-holidays.me.uk. You will be able to watch holiday videos as
well as find out more about holiday destinations and a Last Minute
Holidays. Please feel free to republish this article provided a working
hyperlink remains to our site - Simon Johnson
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Details About New Zealand's Beautiful North
Island by Grant Eckert
New
Zealand's North Island may be the smaller of the two main islands, but
that certainly does not make it lesser. The diminutive North Island is
home to Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, and Wellington, New
Zealand's capital city. The island's more northern location contributes
to a warmer, more congenial climate and translates to a larger, more
diverse population than the colder southern island.
  A Maori myth
tells the tale of Ma-ui, the demi-god responsible for the creation of the
North and South Islands. According to the myth, the South Island was the
Ma-ui's canoe. One day, Ma-ui and his brothers were fishing when he
pulled an enormous fish from the sea. His brothers fought over the fish
and chopped it up. When Ma-ui saw what they had done, he flung it back
into the sea and it became the North Island, and their hack marks became
the mountains and valleys. The Maori name for the North Island is Te
Ika-a-Ma-ui, or, The Fish of Ma-ui.
The
mountains and valleys are only part of the lush locales you will
encounter on North Island. From the rolling farmlands of Waikato to the
rugged mountain ranges of Coromandel, from the lush, sub-tropical forests
and picturesque lakes of the island's center to the beautiful, fruitful
vineyards of the east coast, North Island offers something for everyone.
Regional
Highlights
There
are many different regions on the North Island, ranging from the busy
cities of Auckland and Wellington to the untamed and unspoiled beauty of
Ruapehu's national parks. Each region has highlights that make it worth
visiting, and make it difficult to choose only one or two places to visit
on a trip through the beautiful island.
1.
Northland
Northland
is a subtropical paradise of unspoiled beaches. Native culture is alive
and thriving in the northern reaches of the island, where you will find
stunning beaches, beautiful bays and islands. Northland is a favorite
destination for those who love extreme water sports, surfing, sailing,
game fishing, boating and diving are all favored pastimes in the northern
island. One of the main centers for tourism in the Northland is the Bay
of Islands.
2.
Bay of Islands
The Bay
of Islands, in the Northland, is a stunning vista of sand and rock
coastline that encircles a bay set with 150 islands. Islands, beaches,
boats and the ocean are ever-present and offer a mind-boggling array of activities
to keep any visitor entertained and busy. Paddle a sea kayak in and out
of the many inlets, or board a chartered ferry or yacht for a trip to
swim with dolphins. When you tire of the sea, there are historical and
romantic sites aplenty to explore and enjoy.
 3. Auckland
Auckland,
with a population of 1.2 million, is home to nearly one-third the
island's population. It's a fascinating blend of cosmopolitan city and
marine harbor. Enjoy fine dining, sparkling nightlife and all the
pleasures of being in one of the Southern Hemisphere's most popular and
active cities.
4.
Coromandel
Located
just east of Auckland, Coromandel is one of New Zealand's favorite
holiday destinations. The land is rustic and unspoiled, with stunning
vistas of volcanic peaks and valleys. The rugged volcanic hills are
carpeted with lush, subtropical forests while the stunning beaches are
dusted with glistening sand and sparkling water. Both bush and ocean are
within the boundaries of Coromandel.
5.
Bay of Plenty
The Bay
of Plenty has long been a tourist destination famed for its long white
beaches and easy-going lifestyle. These days, visitors also have
discovered the cosmopolitan flavor of its major city, Tauranga, where
they can enjoy fine dining and the best wines of the East Coast vineyards
in the many cafes and restaurants.
6.
Waikato
Waikato
features two stunning landscapes, one above ground and one below. On the
surface, the rolling farmlands offer any visitor the serenity of a
bucolic land. Beneath, you will find a veritable labyrinth of caves and
cave formations to explore and enjoy.
7.
Rotorua
Some of
the highlights of the Rotorua district include trout fishing in the
volcanic lakes and relaxing in the healing waters of the seething hot
springs. Volcanoes and geysers make this district a marvelous wonderland
of natural beauty.
8.
Eastland
Be the
first on Earth to greet the new day in Eastland, the first mainland place
to be touched by the rising sun. Enjoy national parks with hiking and
nature trails, and relax with the sophistication of the world's first
cultivated black truffles, fine cheeses and the finest Chardonnay.
9.
Taupo
Visit
beautiful Lake Taupo, New Zealand's largest lake, or hike through the
island's oldest national park. Stunning scenery, volcanoes, trout fishing
and unusual and rare wild life all combine to make Taupo a must-visit
site.
10.
Wellington
Beautiful
Wellington is the capital of New Zealand. Located between a picturesque
harbor and majestic hills, the city offers vibrant night life and fascinating
cultural experiences alongside gourmet dining and a distinctly unique
urban experience unlike any other in the entire world.
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Island
About
the Author - Grant Eckert is a freelance writer who writes about topics
pertaining to vacations and the travel industry such as flights to New
Zealand www.flightcentre.ca
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Important Historical Landmarks Of New
Zealand by Grant Eckert
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Island
New
Zealand is considered to be one of the youngest countries in the world,
as it was the last major land mass to be discovered by Europeans. For a
young country, New Zealand boasts many fascinating and important
historical sites, a legacy of its original inhabitants, the Maori and
also its years as a British colony.
The
most important historical site in the country is at Waitangi on North
Island, where a treaty was signed in 1840 between the Maori and the
British, the site is considered to be the birthplace of New Zealand as a
nation. The grounds cover 1000 acres and were a gift to the people of New
Zealand by the governor at the time, Lord Bledisloe.
There
are several highlights of any visit to Waitangi. Not to be missed are the
Treaty House, the country's oldest home, and built for New Zealand's
first resident. Te Whare Runanga is an elaborately carved Maori meeting
house; and you can also marvel at one of the world's largest ceremonial
war canoes. Many visitors simply enjoy strolling around the beautiful
grounds. If that inspires you, you can even get married at Waitangi.
 Two of the
oldest towns in New Zealand are situated in the area of the country known
as the Bay of Islands, Russell and Kerikeri. Russell boasts an excellent
small museum offering an overview of contact between the Maori and
Europeans; as well as Christ Church, the oldest wooden church in New
Zealand. Russell is also the site of one of the most infamous incidents
in the country's history, the chopping down of the ceremonial British
flagpole by the Maori chief Hone Heke.
Kerikeri
has the distinction of being the oldest European settlement in New
Zealand. A stroll through the quaint streets of the town will show you
both the oldest wooden building and the oldest stone building in the
country. A couple of nearby historical sites give an insight into New
Zealand's history. Kororipo Pa is a well-preserved Maori fort; Rewa Village
is a full scale reconstruction of a Maori fishing village.
Throughout
New Zealand, there are many other reminders of the Maori, such as burial
grounds, sacred sites and tribal meeting places. The area around Taranaki
on the North Island is a particularly good place to visit if you want to
learn about the Maori culture, the small settlement at Parihaka was the
largest Maori village in the region during the 19th century. There is
also a monument to the Maori leader Maui Pomare, as well as the remains
of several Maori forts, known as pa.
Wellington
has been New Zealand's capital since 1865 and boasts several historic
buildings and sites, many dating from its days as an early European
settlement. You can take one of several walking tours of Wellington which
take in such historic sites as the birthplace of Katherine Mansfield, the
country's most famous author; and the Dominion Observatory, which once
kept the time for the entire country.
Much
of the country's more recent history has been shaped at the Parliament
buildings complex. Not to be missed if you are in Wellington are the Old
Government building, the second largest wooden building in the world, and
the National Library of New Zealand, with its books, maps and other
documents. Also, not too far away, you can see one of the country's most
important and famous documents, the actual Treaty of Waitangi, on display
at the National Archives building.
Nearly
all visitors traveling to New Zealand by air arrive in Auckland, the
country's largest city. Although Auckland is a vibrant and cosmopolitan
city, it is worth taking the time to seek out some of the area's historic
sites. One of Auckland's most beautiful buildings is Alberton, an ornate
Victorian mansion dating from 1863, which offers a glimpse into how the
wealthy lived 150 years ago.
Another
historic home in the Auckland area is Highwic; a wooden house built in
the Gothic style and filled with antiques. In order to gain some insight
into the important role the sea has played in the lives of New Zealanders,
visit the National Maritime Museum. Not only can you look at exhibits
spanning 1,000 years, you can sail on them. The historic ship Ted Ashby
offers rides several times a week.
Admittedly,
many people visit New Zealand for the spectacular and dramatic scenery,
and the chance to experience the great outdoors at its very best.
However, if you are lucky enough to visit New Zealand, do not overlook
the country's proud and fascinating history.
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About
the Author - Grant Eckert is a freelance writer who writes about topics
pertaining to vacations and the travel industry
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Luxury New Zealand Travel, How Does It Compare To The
Rest Of The World?
For
discerning travellers looking for the ultimate destination, very few
countries are able to match New Zealand.
The
outstanding beauty and down to earth, personalised service that New
Zealand has to offer is almost impossible to replicate and it is this
recipe that has helped create so many wonderful memories for visitors
from around the globe.
New
Zealand offers a diversity of landscapes in an area geographically the
same size as Great Britain, yet with only four million people, there are
no crushing crowds, traffic jams are limited only to the main cities and
many of the roads are devoid of cars for much of the day. Landscapes
range from semi-tropical bays in the far north to forested volcanic
plateaus, sun baked vineyards, and stunning alpine lakes and mountains in
the south.
Throughout
New Zealand, there are a wonderful selection of boutique hotels and
luxurious lodges that offer their guests an amazing level of comfort and
service, but with a relaxed kiwi charm. Visitors who are more used to
international and familiar brand hotels are sometimes initially
apprehensive about staying at smaller properties, but this anxiety is
soon replaced with absolute joy as they sample the very best of New
Zealand's food, wine and service, amongst outstanding scenery.
New
Zealand is the perfect destination regardless of age or interests as
there really is something for everyone. Whilst New Zealand, and
especially Queenstown, is recognised internationally as the adventure
capital of the world, visitors from all walks of life visit to enjoy the
outstanding scenic beauty, renowned New World wines, internationally
ranked golf resorts and the easy pace of life. Couples and families who
appreciate and desire a personalised service should work with a New
Zealand based organisation that specialises in tailored luxury New
Zealand vacations. There are many superb activities and 5 star places to
stay that are not well advertised in the main guide books, instead they
thrive on their reputation from within the industry. Specialists in
luxury New Zealand travel offer bespoke travel plans that are totally
focused on ensuring the arrangements and accommodation selections are
absolutely suited to the needs of the client, rather than providing a
vanilla package straight from a brochure.
Many
luxury travellers liken the service in New Zealand's finest lodges and
hotels to being welcomed by an old friend. And that is the New Zealand
point of difference. Luxury travel in New Zealand is no less luxurious
than in other countries, it's just served with our kiwi flavour.
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About
the Author: Sara Leadbetter is a Business Advisor based in New Zealand
who specializes in the Tourism Industry. This article was written about
her work with David Hiatt at the luxury New Zealand travel experts,
Lookout Point. Want a 5 star, individually tailored travel itinerary when
visiting New Zealand? Contact David Hiatt for more information at:
www.lookoutpoint.co.nz
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