Nestled in a cushion of blue Pacific ocean, New Zealand gives you a reason to follow your instincts and indulge your passions. From aquamarine seascapes to the dramatic landscapes of soaring peaks and alpine meadows, everywhere you go feels like a breath of fresh air. Escape your regular life and embrace a place that feeds your soul.
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Experience New Zealand
Lakes, glacier-carved valleys, and magnificent fjords; from the majestic outline of Mt Cook and the Southern Alps to the beaches, bays and sea life of the Bay of Islands. At no time are you more than 4 hours from a coastline – a coastline like no other on earth. Dramatic landscapes abound. Click here to find out more!
In many ways, it seems the Kiwis invented adventure. Bungee jumping and jet-boating both started here, along with the Zorb and blackwater rafting. You can sea kayak, scuba dive, skiing, whale watch, swim with dolphins and abseil, just to mention a few of the many adventures you can try. Be as adventurous as you want – there’s plenty to keep you busy and adrenaline-charged. Click here to find out more!
Accommodations run the gamut from luxury lodges in unique and dramatic settings to holiday parks for your self-drive motorhome. Indulge yourself at world-famous Huka Lodge near Taupo on the North Island or Blanket Bay near Queenstown in the south. Three and four star hotels can be found in all areas as well as motels and self-catered accommodations. Try a farm or home stay to experience the real Kiwi lifestyle. Click here to find out more!
Rugby is more than a sport in New Zealand. It’s a passion. From a country of only 4 million people has emerged the most powerful rugby-playing nation in the world. The All Blacks are the national team and the country’s iconic sports figures. Children start playing rugby at the tender age of 4 and every one strives to become an All Black some day! Rugby can be seen in the smallest of country towns and outposts all over the nation. Come watch and enjoy the fun! Click here to find out more! |
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Frequently called the “youngest country in the world”, New Zealand was settled only 1,000 years about by the Maori people who came in longboats from a land called Hawaiiki. In 1839 there were only 2,000 white people in New Zealand, but between 1840 and 1860 there was a large influx of mostly British and Irish immigrants. Today, Auckland boasts the largest Polynesian population in any major city and the influence of the British and Maori cultures can be seen everywhere. Click here to find out more!
New Zealand’s wine-producing regions have taken center stage in the world of wine. From Marlborough where fine sauvignon blancs are produced to the Pinot Noir and Riesling masterpieces of Martinborough, you can find a wine to satisfy any palate. Complementing the wines is a wonderful selection of gourmet restaurants that can be found everywhere, from quiet country towns to cosmopolitan cities. Click here to find out more!
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