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South Island, New Zealand
Posted on Feb 6, 2009, 17:18:04 by nztravelguide
... the Google map in satellite mode to see how it really actually looks.......awesome technology......... Hi, I am planning a vacation to New Zealand for next February 2009. I am planning to spend 12-14 nights in New Zealand and most of the ...
 
South from Blenheim to Kaikoura
Posted on Sep 16, 2009, 20:41:48 by nztravelguide
... for a good day. The town of Kaikoura offers great cafes and art galleries. The Pacific Allure Gallery is a showcase of one of New Zealand's top seascape artist Brett Pettit. See for yourself. As you enter the town from the north on Route 1. We prefer to ...
 
South Island, New Zealand
Posted on Aug 21, 2008, 01:01:56 by nztravelguide
Hi, I am planning a vacation to New Zealand for next February 2009. I am planning to spend 12-14 nights in New Zealand and most of the time in south island. I am thinking about flying from Auckland to Christchurch and starting my trip from there ...
 
NZ travel advice
Posted on Jun 15, 2009, 08:43:55 by clauds123
... and I can't help with accommodation recommendations as a result.... Anyhow - here is a general 14 day itinerary in New Zealand................more information at www.newzealandtravelguide.net Day 1 - - Fly into Auckland and pick up vehicle and head ...
 
NZ travel advice
Posted on Jun 13, 2009, 19:28:15 by nztravelguide
... and I can't help with accommodation recommendations as a result.... Anyhow - here is a general 14 day itinerary in New Zealand................more information at www.newzealandtravelguide.net Day 1 - - Fly into Auckland and pick up vehicle and head ...
 
A South Island Itinerary
Posted on Sep 3, 2009, 14:14:28 by nztravelguide
... can actually drive up to. Continue along the road now until it drops down to connect with route 6 at Havelock the mussel capital of New Zealand. A drive down through the marina lets you find the Slip Inn cafe. back onto route 6 and about 15 kms along is a ...
 
Now here was a fabulous holiday
Posted on Dec 2, 2009, 18:15:46 by nztravelguide
Hi Ron, We got back from New Zealand a few days ago, it was awesome! I put up some pictures, feel free to check them out. You lose something in taking a photo, and then some more when you compress the picture for the internet, but they still are ...
 
The drive from Kaikoura to Christchurch
Posted on Sep 21, 2009, 18:42:47 by nztravelguide
... bursting with sheep and cattle and the few deer farms. All of a sudden you enter Waipara Valley and the home of many of New Zealand's top wineries. Worth a stop at a couple to sample the award winning wines. The next stop we always make is in the town ...
 
Points of Interest in New Zealand
Posted on Aug 2, 2008, 20:28:54 by nztravelguide
... of Interest in New Zealand Everybody has an opinion but what I have tried to do is point out the places that are uniquely New Zealand. I have hundreds of other "important" places I like to point out. The biggest problem I have in creating ...
 
South Island, New Zealand
Posted on Aug 11, 2008, 16:08:51 by summer2002
Hi, I am planning a vacation to New Zealand for next February 2009. I am planning to spend 12-14 nights in New Zealand and most of the time in south island. I am thinking about flying from Auckland to Christchurch and starting my trip from there..I have ...
 
Touring Routes in New Zealand
Posted on Jan 20, 2009, 16:38:52 by nztravelguide
... length and breadth of New Zealand taking in all the major tourist centres in just a month. Whatever your travelling style, New Zealand has something for everyone. Touring Routes New Zealand also has signposted touring routes. These are multi-day routes, ...
 
List of NZ Information Sites for direct mail
Posted on May 30, 2009, 22:40:12 by nztravelguide
... @rdc.govt.nz Nelson Information vin@nelsonnz.com Arthurs Pass Information msmeaton@doc.govt.nz Go to and request a Guide Map to "Must-do" attractions. On their map are bargain coupons worth hundreds of dollars to destinations throughout New Zealand.
 
New Zealand - January 2010
Posted on Nov 11, 2009, 15:50:56 by nztravelguide
... north on route 1 to Lake Taupo for the night. Day 6 - From Taupo it is an hours drive to Rotorua the geo-thermal capital of New Zealand. Stay the night. be sute to do a Maori hangi and maybe soak in the mud pools. Day 7 - from Rotorua take route 30 to ...
 
New Zealand General Points of Interest
Posted on Apr 14, 2008, 19:43:54 by nztravelguide
... Everybody has an opinion but what I have tried to do is point out the places that are uniquely New Zealand. Not a specific list..................migh be fun if everyone here added their "points of interest"............................ From the ...
 
Best places to see in new zealand!
Posted on Nov 27, 2007, 05:28:29 by alexb6
... so excited now so if this post gets carried away I apologise! I leave in like 12 days for 2 months in australia then a month in new zealand! The thing is 'cos I'm doing the east coast and it's so popular I kinda know where I want to go ...
 
AA Travel Deals for New Zealand
Posted on Nov 26, 2008, 15:18:25 by nztravelguide
Thanks again Ron. What are your plans for the summer? Will continue to enjoy the wonders of New Zealand..............Never get enough. Play with the dolphins in the Marlborough Sounds, fish, get Kaikoura lobster, visit the wineries, check out ...
 
The Drive to the Bay of Islands from Auckland
Posted on Oct 21, 2008, 20:09:56 by nztravelguide
... worth it? If you got the time don't miss it! If you are seeking dolphins and are going to be moving around New Zealand this is only one of several spots to enjoy...... The Marlborough Sounds at Picton Harbour has resident dolphins to visit, at Kaikoura ...
 
How far is Bay of islands
Posted on Apr 14, 2008, 19:14:09 by nztravelguide
... worth it? If you got the time don't miss it! If you are seeking dolphins and are going to be moving around New Zealand this is only one of several spots to enjoy...... The Marlborough Sounds at Picton Harbour has resident dolphins to visit, at Kaikoura ...
 
Swimming with dolphins in NZ
Posted on Feb 12, 2008, 19:58:25 by ScottWoz
... WA come to get fed. Sounds wonderful, but yeah, is it really yucky??? Hi Paul, you can swim with dolphins in Akaroa, New Zealand, near Christchurch (South Island), as much as you like. The water is freezing but a wetsuit helps and the hectors dolphins ...
 
What not to miss in New Zealand
Posted on Mar 19, 2006, 00:50:18 by ScottWoz
... to see and do and while it's unfortunate to miss things, I still reckon it's important not to rush too much and miss the 'experience'. If you really embrace what New Zealand has to offer, the quality of your trip will far outweigh the quantity. Cheers
 
Visitor Information Centres for direct email contact
Posted on Jul 17, 2009, 23:23:52 by nztravelguide
... vin@nelsonnz.com Arthurs Pass Information msmeaton@doc.govt.nz Go to www.leadingattractions.co.nz and request a Guide Map to "Must-do" attractions. On their map are bargain coupons worth hundreds of dollars to destinations throughout New Zealand.
 
Best Wildlife
Posted on Mar 10, 2009, 14:56:08 by travelmonster
... and saw iguanas, howler monkeys, toucans and snakes, as well as tonnes of birds and creepy-crawlies. New Zealand, especially the area round about Kaikoura. We did a whale watching trip and spotted several sperm whales, which are astonishing animals. But ...
 
Best Wildlife
Posted on Mar 9, 2009, 15:35:58 by starfish
... and saw iguanas, howler monkeys, toucans and snakes, as well as tonnes of birds and creepy-crawlies. New Zealand, especially the area round about Kaikoura. We did a whale watching trip and spotted several sperm whales, which are astonishing animals. But ...
 
11 - November 2008 Photo of the Month
Posted on Dec 13, 2008, 18:58:54 by allendchilledzo
... be selected as the Photo of the MONTH for this Month ! Vote NOW ! ! ! 1.) 20 - Kaikoura, New Zealand by: 2.) Gardens - Paris, France by: 3.) 1-Sunset at Laban Rata - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia by: 4.) Reflected view - ...
 
11 - November 2008 Photo of the Month
Posted on Nov 30, 2008, 11:33:46 by jacquesl
20 - Kaikoura, New Zealand [ 3 ] [17.65%] Gardens - Paris, France [ 0 ] [0.00%] 1-Sunset at Laban Rata - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia [ 0 ] [0.00%] Reflected view - Aspen, United States, Malaysia [ 3 ] [17.65%] Bird glides in for sunset ...
 
11 - November 2008 Photo of the Month
Posted on Nov 30, 2008, 10:26:20 by donyan
20 - Kaikoura, New Zealand [ 3 ] [17.65%] Gardens - Paris, France [ 0 ] [0.00%] 1-Sunset at Laban Rata - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia [ 0 ] [0.00%] Reflected view - Aspen, United States, Malaysia [ 3 ] [17.65%] Bird glides in for sunset on ...
 
11 - November 2008 Photo of the Month
Posted on Nov 27, 2008, 14:14:28 by jacquesl
... be selected as the Photo of the MONTH for this Month ! Vote NOW ! ! ! 1.) 20 - Kaikoura, New Zealand by: 2.) Gardens - Paris, France by: 3.) 1-Sunset at Laban Rata - Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia by: 4.) Reflected view - ...
 
Secrets of Kaikoura
Posted on May 30, 2009, 22:56:23 by nztravelguide
... Shearwater - There are only two nesting colonies in the world high on isolated mountain slopes west of Kaikoura. Locals have begun a program to establish a new colony at the tip of the Kaikoura Peninsula so they may be fully protected. You know what? ...
 
List of Holiday Parks
Posted on May 30, 2009, 22:47:22 by nztravelguide
... www.hanmerriverholidaypark.co.nz Havelock Motor Camp www.havelockmotorcamp.co.nz Kaikoura Coastal www.holidayparks.co.nz/kaikouracoastal Kelcys Bush (Oamaru) www.kiwicamps.com Kingston ( ...
 
South Island, New Zealand
Posted on Aug 12, 2008, 03:12:01 by ScottWoz
... though so you'll need to make it up somewhere else. You could always take a car from Christchurch and round up Kaikoura and Akaroa before heading through the Mackenzie Country, through the great lakes (inc. Pukaki and Mt Cook), down through Wanaka and ...
 

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