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Transport | See & Do

Rail journeys

Train tracks traversing braided river valleys and volcanic fields, tunnels cutting through majestic mountains, and 19th Century viaducts ...

 

North Island | See & Do

Rotorua – there’s a lot to do!

This week I have been checking out Rotorua. This Kiwi city is well known for its mud pools and unique sulphurous aroma, but the place is much ...

 

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Fishing & hunting in New Zealand

From the one that got away to the one that didn't, you're guaranteed to find a new story to tell. Whether it's the thrill of a big game fish on ...

 

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Experiencing New Zealand wildlife

Since the arrival of humans in New Zealand, habitat disturbance, hunting and introduced predators have taken their toll, and many species are ...

 

Transport | See & Do

Buses & coaches

There are numerous bus, coach and shuttle options available throughout New Zealand, from scheduled services to coach packages, shuttles and ...

 

See & Do | Culture

Experiencing the past

Travel back in time and unearth ancient traditions and rich heritage on your journey through Aotearoa. Museums New Zealand’s museums exhibit an ...

 

See & Do | Culture

Top 6 Māori cultural experiences

Māori culture is unique to New Zealand and the cornerstone of the country's cultural make-up. It is far more than just a tourist atraction, and ...

 

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The thrill and fear of the Shotover Canyon Swing

I like to think I'm up for participating in most of New Zealand's crazy activities! I've jumped off a bridge with a bungy cord around my feet ...

 

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Learn to speak basic Kiwi-ese, New Zealand Slang and Sayings

Like all countries, New Zealand has its own slang. Familiarise yourself with basic Kiwi-ese words and sayings and you’ll be “away ...

 

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Million-dollar Views from the Top of Mount Maunganui

I’ve heard so much about the fantastic walk to the top of Mauao – the ‘Mount’ for which this place is named – that I’m really keen to try it, ...

 

See & Do | Culture

Larger than Life

If you like your art monumental, be sure to visit the Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū and view Ron Mueck’s spectacular work chicken ...

 

North Island | See & Do

Whitford and the Pohutukawa Coast: Auckland's rural treasures

Next time you're visiting Auckland, don't limit yourself to the urban areas – New Zealand's largest city is surrounded by off-the-beaten-track ...

 

See & Do | South Island

Weekend Escape to Akaroa

Most people think dolphins, France and tourists when hearing Akaroa. And while Akaroa is a prime location for dolphin watching and French fare, ...

 

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Billy Black’s Kiwi Culture Show

Looking for an authentic experience of Kiwi country life? Tucked away in the rolling hills of Waikato’s King Country, a slice of life on the ...

 

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Whale Watching

New Zealand is renowned as one of the world’s best whale watching destinations, and this unique wildlife encounter should be on every visitor's ...

 

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Urban Exploration

One great aspect to New Zealand is that you often don’t have to travel into the backcountry to find a great walk. Exploring New Zealand on foot ...

 

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Zorbing in Rotorua

In the 1990s, two Kiwis were looking for a new adventure challenge and came up with the idea of jumping inside a large inflatable ball and ...

 

Culture | See & Do

Wall Stories

Like your art on a grand scale? Christchurch’s inner city has become one of the world’s best canvases for street art, the legacy of several ...

 

See & Do | NZ Info

Action & adventure

If you’re looking for action and adventure, then you’ve definitely come to the right place! New Zealand boasts a selection of white-knuckle ...

 

Transport | See & Do | NZ Info

Family Trips

New Zealand is a great place for a family adventure. Pack everyone up into the car, or fly to a new destination and pick up a ...

 

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All Aboard the TranzAlpine

Forget the Trans-Siberian train journey: book yourself a ticket to ride on New Zealand’s TranzAlpine! Regarded as one of the world's greatest ...

 

See & Do | NZ Info

Experiencing Māori culture

Māori cultural experiences rate highly on the highlights reel of travellers to New Zealand, and no matter where you are in the country, it's ...

 

NZ Info | See & Do

Eco-friendly Travel

Take only photos and leave only footprints – it’s an oldie but a goodie. New Zealand is famous for the beauty of its scenery, so make sure ...

 

Transport | See & Do | NZ Info

Cycling in New Zealand

The New Zealand Cycle Trail project is a national initiative to build a network of cycle trails – Great Rides – throughout New Zealand. Perhaps ...

 

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Breaking The Ice

The Canterbury Museum in Christchurch has a once-in-a-lifetime exhibition that’s a must-see for anyone with an interest in Antarctica. Created ...

 

NZ Info | See & Do

Rugby-mad New Zealand

If you’re in New Zealand for any length of time, you may notice the nation has a slight obsession with the game of rugby and its national ...

 

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The Kiwi

New Zealand has fondly adopted the kiwi bird as its national symbol, and there’s a lot to know about this weird little nocturnal bird that ...

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