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Travelling From The North Island To The South Island, New Zealand

March 5th, 2010 · 1 Comment

The best way to experience New Zealand is to drive it, with periodic stops to hike, sightsee, or shop. New Zealand is a rugged and largely rural land, home to 4.3 million people and over 30 million sheep. Breathtaking scenery, exclusive flora and fauna, and captivating cities enhance the experience far beyond counting sheep, however. In addition, light traffic and good roads make driving something like a camper van in new zealand thoroughly enjoyable.

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Tags: Camping · New Zealand · RV Vacations · Vacation Types

New Zealand Travel-See the South Island In 15 Days

November 5th, 2009 · 2 Comments

Most people start their South Island holiday In Christchurch. I’d like to suggest an alternative. How about flying into Wellington. That may sound crazy, but it allows you to catch the Interislander ferry across to Picton, which is a great way to start your holiday. As you approach Picton you travel through the Marlborough Sounds, and you will get a much better look at them from the ferry than you would by road. You then collect your hire car from Picton and commence your journey at the top of the South Island, which means you won’t need to backtrack over the same ground.

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Tags: New Zealand · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips

Celebrate the new year in style…twice

October 5th, 2009 · No Comments

This New Year’s there’s an amazing trip-of-a-lifetime that lets you ring in 2010 not once, but twice.

Fly off on Boxing Day to Auckland and arrive at the Westin Auckland Lighter Quay. Visit their amazing spa, or explore the city’s sites such as a traditional Maori performance. Of course, you can do all of this; if you ever start to feel worn out, the Westin have their own trademarked ‘Heavenly Beds’ which are, well, heavenly.

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Tags: New Zealand · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips

Things to do in NewZealand

October 4th, 2009 · 3 Comments

Visit New Zealand to fall in love with bountiful nature. The exotic abode has the miraculous beauty bestowed by the enticing mountains, glaciers, lakes,valleys, beaches and rolling farmlands.

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Tags: New Zealand · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips

4 Celebrity Cruise Trips in Under 3 Hours

August 2nd, 2009 · 1 Comment

You will definitely enjoy more when you design your cruise travel according to your time, budget and desired destination. There are many fun trips available just under $500, you can also find different packages for a range of prices that go up to $4000 and over. Luxury cruises are well worth the money for those who can afford the extra expense. Some people want short Celebrity cruises; you can even create great memories in 3 hours trip. Cruise travel offers a huge variety of themes for cruise vacations and you should select destination or specialty cruise that reflects your life.

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Tags: Australia · Cruises / Cruising · New Zealand · Sydney