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So who's doing the blogging? Well it's going to be quite a mix of folks, from born-and-bred New Zealanders (or "kiwis" as they're known in these parts) to a few 'imports' (folks that have moved here from elsewhere in the world and now call New Zealand home). We've also got some Regional Tourism Operators on board (how official!) to keep you up to date with what's happening across the country.
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Armstrong Motor Group Festival of Cycling
It’s time to get in the saddle: this year’s Armstrong Motor Group Festival of ... Read more...
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Fun for Kids at the Kauri Museum
Due to its popularity, New Zealand’s Kauri Museum in Matakohe, Northland, is again ... Read more...
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Riverrun Trail Series in Lake Wanaka
Are you looking to keep fit and do you enjoy running? Then why not combine your passion with ... Read more...
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Racers Edge-Volkl Big Air
Expectations for the second Racers Edge-Volkl Big Air, to be held on Saturday 4 September, ... Read more...
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Whitianga Scallop Festival 2010
Are you in The Coromandel and looking to do something great on the weekend? How about the ... Read more...
Although justly famous for action and adventure, New Zealand boasts a wide range of other activities to keep you entertained from dawn till dusk ... and beyond!
A lush green island enjoying a warm temperate climate. Fringed with sparkling harbours, beaches and covered by rugged volcanic mountains and vast forests.
Vineyards, wineries, white sand beaches and turquoise waters, breathtaking glaciers, alpine resorts, towering fiords, coastal widlife and adrenaline adventure.
Amazing activities and stunning sights on offer to suit any age, budget and inclination. From wine tasting to white-knuckle thrills and wildlife encounters, we’ve got it all!
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Spring his here which means that it’s spring skiing season in New Zealand! If you’re looking to attend a great snow event, why not come along to the BASE Triple
Filed under: BASE Triple Comp, Event
If you like to make sure you’re staying at the very best New Zealand hotels during your NZ holiday, why not choose an award-winning property – a Choice Hotels Australasia
Filed under: Choice Hotels Awards
Armstrong Motor Group Festival of Cycling
It’s time to get in the saddle: this year’s Armstrong Motor Group Festival of Cycling has been scheduled for Saturday 4 December and Sunday 5 December, and is to be
Filed under: Event, Festival of Cycling
It’s been three months since the last PechaKucha Night, but now the date for the ninth event at Christchurch’s Canterbury Museum has been scheduled for Thursday 16 September.
Filed under: Event, PechaKucha Night
Good news for all snow enthusiasts: the 2010 winter season is not over yet and you already have a great event to look forward to next year. It has been
Filed under: Event, Winter Games
Fun for Kids at the Kauri Museum
Due to its popularity, New Zealand’s Kauri Museum in Matakohe, Northland, is again holding its great school holiday programme in the coming weeks.
Filed under: Events, School Holiday Programme
EROS at The Court Theatre in Christchurch
The new play EROS by Caroline Lark, directed by Yvonne Martin, is delightfully funny. I went along with my friend to see EROS, not knowing what to expect. After all
Filed under: theatre
Are you hanging in there to see a really good play? In that case we have just the right thing for you. From 29 September till 9 October the prestigious
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The countdown is on for the 2010 Gay Ski Week NZ. Only eight days to go till the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest gay alpine party kicks off!
Filed under: Gay Ski Week NZ
Would you like to meet your favourite author? Do you love writing? Or are you simply a book worm? Then there’s an event you should mark in your diary: from
Filed under: Writers’ Festival
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Michelle Berridge – Editor (115)
Michelle Berridge is our on-the-road correspondent. Passionate about travel and insatiably curious, some would say she’s a typical Sagittarius. She’d ... -
Jeff the Kiwi – Advisor (78)
Jeff is the fluffiest and cuddliest member of the travel team. His flightless nature means Jeff has to use his feet, just like the rest of us, to expl... -
Jane Dennis – Writer (34)
Jane is our on-the-road roving reporter! She has a background in print journalism and is now relishing the opportunity to contribute to the New Zealan... -
Nadine Kats – Sub Editor (6)
An avid traveller and former celebrity reporter, Nadine is now a sub-editor for destination-nz.com travel guides. When she isn't out and about experie...
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New hot pools for Franz Josef Village on the West Coast
Michelle Berridge – Editor... If you're in New Zealand you can freephone 0800 044 044. If you're overseas, email info@glacierhotpools.co.nz. For more information click -
Sweet Escape in Arrowtown
Michelle Berridge – Editor... There are no flights directly into Arrowtown - you'll need to fly into Queenstown (which is, by the way, a magnificent place to fly into with its lake -
Northern Gateway Toll Road
Michelle Berridge – Editor... Thanks for the feedback, Aaron. We'll do our best to keep bringing you interesting new posts! -
Sweet Escape in Arrowtown
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Exploring Hamilton Gardens
Michelle Berridge – Editor... The photos hardly do it justice! Hopefully you're able to visit Hamilton Gardens one day.
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