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New Zealand Travel Guide

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New Zealand’s variety of landscape and captivating scenery is legendary. It also offers intriguing wildlife, welcoming people and a vast range of activities and experiences from adrenaline-pumping thrills to cultural encounters and gastronomic delights. Our guides to New Zealand combine inspiring travel ideas of things to see and do with practical information and top tips.

Things to do in New Zealand

Home to a whole host of things to do, from wildlife encounters and adrenaline-pumping activities, to wine tours and gourmet dining, our guide highlights the very best experiences on offer.

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    Top 10 Things to do in New Zealand

    New Zealand, the land of the long white cloud, is packed with so many things to see and do.

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    Your Guide to Whale and Dolphin Watching in New Zealand

    New Zealand’s waters are rich with a diverse range of ocean life, and over half of the world’s whales, porpoises, and dolphin species can be found here. One of the reasons so many people flock to these gorgeous islands is the excellent chance of witnessing cetaceans and other marine life.

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    Your Guide to the Great Walks of New Zealand

    New Zealand is home to the 9 Great Walks, encompassing a wide range of flora, fauna, natural features, and cultural sites. Here, we will talk you through these walks and why they have become so iconic.

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    Your Guide to the National Parks of New Zealand

    One of the reasons why so many people flock to New Zealand is the landscape. The scenery is nothing short of breathtaking, which is why New Zealand has become home to some of the most spectacular national parks in the world. Encompassing beautiful beaches, stunning mountains and lush forests, there are endless options for exploring and making new memories.

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    Your Guide to the Cities of New Zealand

    Although New Zealand is known for its spectacular natural landscapes, the cities dotted across the island have much to offer travellers. Cultural, spiritual, and historical influences come together to make vibrant cities and towns perfect for exploring.

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Planning your New Zealand holiday

The ultimate year-round destination, each season in New Zealand has its own particular appeal; find out more about the best time to visit the ‘land of the long white cloud’ with our handy guide.

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    Best Time to Visit New Zealand

    New Zealand is a stunning country to visit any time of the year, find out more about when might be best for you.

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    New Zealand – a Winter Wonderland

    A destination for all seasons, Product Manager Lindi explains the attraction of a winter holiday in New Zealand.

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    New Zealand Stopovers

    Visit exotic islands or some of the world’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities en route to New Zealand

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    Your Guide to Rail Travel in New Zealand

    One of the main reasons why train travel is so popular in New Zealand is the gorgeous scenery. It is a leisurely and comfortable way to witness some of the country’s loveliest features, like lakes, mountains, forests and coastline. Let’s take a look at some of the most well-known rail routes and how you can explore them.

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Practical Information

It’s a long way to go, so planning your trip to New Zealand is vital to ensure it is the trip-of-a-lifetime. A good place to start is reading our guides offering experts tips and information.

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    Getting to New Zealand

    With an extensive choice of routes, airlines and stopover options, getting to New Zealand is part of the fun.

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    Getting Around New Zealand

    How you choose to travel around New Zealand is a question of both preference and time.

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    How much things cost in New Zealand

    The following guide aims to give you an indication of what you expect when travelling around New Zealand.

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