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Anne Baumscheiper

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26 June 2015

Being a German girl Anne is used to getting out and about during her northern winter months so she was curious to see what the famed winter resort town of Queenstown had to offer in and around the surrounding area's. So to find out have a read of her blog, Winter - What to do in Queenstown?

Anne Baumscheiper

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26 June 2015

New Zealands Best Beaches: Coromandel

Suzie Thorp

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17 April 2015

A favourite holiday destination for Kiwis and international tourists, the sun-kissed Coromandel region on New Zealand’s North Island, is full to the brim with some of New Zealand's best beaches – the only problem you’ll have is deciding which of these pristine places of paradise you want to visit.

Suzie Thorp

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17 April 2015

New Zealand's Great Walks – Choosing the Right Track for You

New Zealand Great Walks – Choosing the right track for you

Brent Narbey

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19 February 2015

New Zealand's Great Walks – Choosing the Right Track for You

We all know one of the ultimate reasons to visit New Zealand is for the jaw-dropping scenery. Luckily for you, our Department of Conservation has designated nine New Zealand Great Walks spread throughout the country, each showcasing a different set of iconic New Zealand landscapes, flora, and fauna. These experiences are outlined below – take your pick, from vertigo-inducing alpine splendor to tranquil forests and glittering sandy shores. First, you’ll need to decide whether to freedom walk or take a guided tour.

Brent Narbey

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19 February 2015

A Road with a View: Suggested routes for a self drive holiday in New Zealand

Alex Bayes

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16 January 2015

A self drive holiday in New Zealand is just as much about the journey as it is the destination, thanks largely to the sheer beauty of our scenic highways. It’s hard to beat the feeling of hitting the open road with a full tank of gas and a few days of leisure time up your sleeve. Kiwis love a good road trip, and it's easy to see why - across New Zealand, you'll find incredible routes on smooth highways that traverse grand and varied countryside.

Alex Bayes

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16 January 2015

A World of its Own - Great Barrier Island

Elizabeth Marshall

Post date

18 November 2014

Come and visit an island paradise where the crowds are no-where to be seen, beaches are glistening with pristine white sand and the sea, a constant sparkling blue surfer’s dream. Wander the tracks through regenerating native bush towards natural hot pools, soaking up the rugged surroundings before tackling a climb up to stay in an overnight hut with spectacular panoramic views.

Elizabeth Marshall

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18 November 2014