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Twenty things that will shock first-time visitors to NZ
The land of the long white cloud packs plenty of surprises for the first time visitor.
The land of the long white cloud packs plenty of surprises for the first time visitor.
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Our neighbour is a traveller's paradise. You have to admit it.
The North Island's extraordinary landscapes are constantly transforming.
Balance with the bike has Ben Groundwater earning a thirst, then quenching it.
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Combining spectacular scenery with a rich heritage, it's truly unlike any other part of New Zealand.
Always dreamed of skiing across the ditch but been too scared to try? New Zealand is a perfect place for beginner skiers and snowboarders as well as pros.
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Nature rules in New Zealand, and its proud locals will guide you around the best spots of this adventure sport capital; for they invented crazy activities such as black water rafting in caves lit by glow worms and flying through canyons on zip wires. You can also enjoy tramping over rolling green hills or active volcanoes, skiing at world-famous Queenstown or perhaps floating through the breathtaking Milford Sound.