New+Zealand travel tips and stories. Vacations ideas, cruises spa and resorts

They call it “Sulphur City”, but don’t be put off by the smell. A thermal resort in New Zealand with Geysers, bubbling mud pools and Maori hospitality are some of the many experiences you will encounter in Rotorua.From the moment you arrive in Rotorua you’ll know you’re somewhere quite different. There is a pervasive smell of sulphur, and at nearby geothermal hotspots there are spouting geysers and warm geothermal pools. If nature doesn’t provide enough excitement, then you can top-up with some man-made extreme adventure.
Try rap jumping down a mountain face, jumping from a plane at 9,500 feet in a tandem skydive, sledding on a toboggan down white water rapids, jetboating, luging down a local mountain; also one of the country’s prime fishing spots where you are practically guaranteed a catch, especially if you hire a local professional guide.

Mark Twain described golf as “a good walk spoiled”.
Enjoy the sounds of golf – the swish of steel, the thwack of graphite on ball, the plop of ball in cup. Play the shots of your life reveling in the surrounding natural beauty.
New Zealand – offering silence, scenery, fresh clean air and of course world class golf courses with great golfing for all levels of golfer. The people are friendly, the golf experience is mesmerising, the golf courses are challenging, the golf accommodation is memorable and we would love to have you visit. If you are accompanying a golfer and don’t play golf, use our great ideas and suggestions for you to spend a fruitful time in New Zealand. We will design a program to match your interests or leave you to relax.

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One of New Zealand’s most exhilarating and spectacular tourist attractions.
The Auckland City Sky Tower is the tallest tower in the southern hemisphere at 328 metres. Located in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city. With picturesque views from the tower, come in and enjoy one of SKY CITY’s restaurants and bars. There’s something to suit everyone’s taste.

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Kona Village Resort is located on the western coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. Kona Village Resort offers 125 individual hale (Polynesian-style thatched-roofed bungalows) spread out on 82 tropical acres. The hale are all different in style, size and view. If you want to relax, unwind and get closer to nature, Kona Village Resort is the place for you. The vacation resort caters to couples seeking romance as well as families wanting to spend time together. Polynesian-style cottages have no phones or TV sets. Guests spend their days trying out new activities, exploring rich Hawaiian marine life in the bay, or just relaxing on the beach.

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New Zealand is divided into two main islands, North Island and South Island. To the south of South island there’s much smaller island called Stewart Island, but anyway, the most important islands are North and South, and between them there’s small sea called the Cook Straits. These majestic wilderness areas incorporate World Heritage Sites, fjords and glaciers, lakes, ski areas, rugged coastline, native forest, and world-class hiking tracks.

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Imagine long days of warm, leisurely pleasure with all your wishes catered for. Wake to a splendid breakfast and views of glistening lakes and rolling hills. Tee off on some of the most immaculately presented greens in the country or spend the day relaxing with not a care in the world. Finally, end the day with Chef Albert’s mouth watering cuisine, excellent wine, superb service and the deep comfort of your own villa of luxury.

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The Cook Islands are a Polynesian paradise consisting of fifteen islands scattered over some one million square miles of the Pacific Ocean. They lie at the center of the Polynesian Triangle of the South Pacific with Tonga and the Samoas to the west, and Tahiti to the east.

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Have some serious fun in the adventure sports capital of the world—New Zealand! Whether it is sailing or sea kayaking off the Bay of Islands, hiking the Routeburn, trout fishing, scuba diving, bungee jumping or sheep mustering, we will put together the ultimate New Zealand vacation for you.

New Zealand’s awesome landscapes, lush forests, amazing wildlife and pleasant climate make it a haven for many outdoor activities, and a great place to unwind. New Zealand society is diverse, sophisticated, and multicultural, and the honesty, friendliness, and openness of Kiwis will impress you.

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The red hot outback, the lush green rainforests, the golden beaches and sunshine, the cool blue coast, the living kaleidoscope of the Great Barrier Reef, and the colorful towns and people is what Queensland is made of. Queensland is big, bold, bright and beautiful. Australians know it as the “Sunshine State”. As the old saying goes, “beautiful one day, perfect the next”.

This is the holiday capital of Australia, attracting visitors from around the country and around the world, all year round.

There’s no part of Queensland more colorful than the people. You’ll find the locals friendly, helpful and more than accommodating. The Sunshine State contains so many amazing attractions Australia is famous for. It’s brimming with exciting cities, sunshine and pristine natural attractions. Queensland has a character and relaxing nature unlike anywhere else in the world.

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Australia is the land of contrasts. From the tropical splendor of the Great Barrier Reef and North Queensland`s lush rainforests to the otherworldly beauty of the vast outback, there is something for everyone here. The English-speaking rambunctious Aussies are some of the warmest and funniest people on earth. Stop a while and have a tinny (a beer) or billie tea with an Aussie and you have made a friend for life. Australia offers some of the wackiest wildlife anywhere—where else will you find a `drop bear`, kanga or duck-billed platypus?

Crystal clear waters, beautiful beaches, spectacular natural wonders and great hospitality: This is the Land Down Under. Whether you`re a snorkeler, trekker, opera fanatic, thrill seeker, scuba diver or just like to take life at your own pace, you will find the perfect holiday. There`s an amazing and confusing array of choices. Talk to our experts to figure out the best itinerary for you to see the most of this great country at a mellow pace.

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