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Alex Bayes

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23 April 2014

Here in New Zealand, our seasons are opposite to those of the Northern Hemisphere. December means barbeques and swimming at the beach, while the colder months of June & July offer vibrant winter festivals and excellent skiing. What’s the best New Zealand seasons to visit New Zealand, you may ask? Well, that depends entirely what you’re after. Here’s our guide to the weather, festivals, and characteristics of New Zealand’s seasons.

Alex Bayes

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23 April 2014

Independent Hiking in New Zealand

Brent Narbey

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28 March 2014

A high standard of track maintenance mixed with a ‘Mild Ocean Controlled Climate’ during the summer months (December to March) makes independent hiking in New Zealand both popular and cost-effective. However, it doesn’t come without risks and those thinking of doing it alone need to be mindful of the pitfalls especially if considering one of New Zealand's remote multi-day hikes.....

Brent Narbey

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28 March 2014

Stargazing in New Zealand – Simply Breathtaking!

Kirsten Thorp

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3 February 2014

Few places on this Earth offer a better location to explore the heavens than beautiful Lake Tekapo in New Zealand's central South Island. Apart from its isolation and tiny population, there are some key reasons why Lake Tekapo offers the best Star Gazing in New Zealand, and arguably the best in the world!

Kirsten Thorp

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3 February 2014

The Best Biking in New Zealand

Brent Narbey

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8 January 2014

Over the last decade Biking in New Zealand has experienced a surge in popularity with increasing numbers of international visitors making the pilgrimage to experience our great outdoors on two wheels.

Brent Narbey

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8 January 2014

New Zealand Festivals – There’s one with your name on it.

Brent Narbey

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20 November 2013

Its true, New Zealander's love to celebrate - any excuse for a party and the more that turn up the merrier. Nearly every day, somewhere, someone will be staging a festival or public event celebrating what-ever it is that we Kiwis Love. If you are thinking of a New Zealand holiday, it may well be worth planning your trip around a specific event, as there is no better way to gain an insight into the New Zealand way of life, our humour, creativity and quirky nature.

Brent Narbey

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20 November 2013