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South Island, New Zealand
Posted on Feb 6, 2009, 17:18:04 by nztravelguide
... there..I have many places I would like to seem based on recommendations from friends, for example: Akarao, Kaikoura, Te Anau, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Wanaka and Fox Galcier. I am not sure what would be the best way to go aboout this trip..should I ...
 
South Island, New Zealand
Posted on Aug 21, 2008, 01:01:56 by nztravelguide
... there..I have many places I would like to seem based on recommendations from friends, for example: Akarao, Kaikoura, Te Anau, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Wanaka and Fox Galcier. I am not sure what would be the best way to go aboout this trip..should I ...
 
South Island, New Zealand
Posted on Aug 11, 2008, 16:08:51 by summer2002
... there..I have many places I would like to seem based on recommendations from friends, for example: Akarao, Kaikoura, Te Anau, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Wanaka and Fox Galcier. I am not sure what would be the best way to go aboout this trip..should I ...
 
What not to miss in New Zealand
Posted on Mar 19, 2006, 00:50:18 by ScottWoz
... and pricey - but a stunning location nonetheless. I really think for a once only experience, you must experience the Fiordland - the Milford Sound. Even the Doubtful Sound which is much less touristy and no less dramatic. There are plenty of options ...
 
A South Island Itinerary
Posted on Sep 3, 2009, 14:14:28 by nztravelguide
... we go to the Great View Holiday Park (www.fiordlandgreatviewsholidaypark.co.nz for a few days. From here you make the drive into Milford Sound. I recommend a boat ride for sure. Have a talk to the owners at Great Views to get the up to the minute scoop ...
 
The 'Sounds'
Posted on Oct 2, 2006, 08:11:39 by rich
... 39;m still reeling (& I've only done Milford). I did the day trip to Doubtful Sound , and an overnight trip to Milford Sound and both were highlights of my entire trip. I had great weather for both of them so that was a real bonus considering ...
 
Should you get a camper van?
Posted on Jul 17, 2009, 23:20:35 by nztravelguide
... Most of it is quite remote also and a breakdown can be a long time consuming problem. For instance I had brakes go out in Milford Sound. It was two days of harassment getting back out of there...........not to mention the 2 weeks it took to get back on the ...
 
Is a camper van the way to travel New Zealand?
Posted on Oct 5, 2008, 21:28:38 by nztravelguide
... Most of it is quite remote also and a breakdown can be a long time consuming problem. For instance I had brakes go out in Milford Sound. It was two days of harassment getting back out of there...........not to mention the 2 weeks it took to get back on the ...
 
New bus service to Milford Sound
Posted on Nov 24, 2008, 16:44:12 by nztravelguide
... & lunch) it is a really good option for tourists. The fabulous drive into the Fiordland national park is a trip itself. The Milford Sound has been named the top travel destination in the world. The boat ride out through the Sounds is a mixture of ...
 
Best deals/advice for campers in NZ?
Posted on Sep 15, 2007, 19:03:57 by fourloves
... scenery gained is really worth it. (I guess it depends on the size of your camper!) Even if you can't get onto the Milford Sound trek, you should still drive to the town! It's pretty stunning as well, and you could have a day picnic on ...
 
Points of Interest in New Zealand
Posted on Aug 2, 2008, 20:28:54 by nztravelguide
... Sounds West Coast (from top to bottom)** Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Glaciers** Kaikoura Whale Watch** Lewis Pass Hanmer Springs Akaroa Arthurs Pass Mount Cook* Mackenzie Country Oamaru Blue Penguins* Moeraki Boulders Dunedin Milford Sound** Queenstown*
 
Lake Tekapo & Cromwell
Posted on Jun 30, 2006, 10:18:28 by ScottWoz
... Brett to show you the video of what happens to the Fiordland in the winter. If you see it before you go your drive to Milford Sound will be brimming with adrenaline! On the West Coast, it might be worth pointing out that Fox & Frans Josef are ...
 
New Zealand General Points of Interest
Posted on Apr 14, 2008, 19:43:54 by nztravelguide
... West Coast (from top to bottom)** Punakaiki Pancake Rocks Glaciers** Kaikoura Whale Watch** Lewis Pass Hanmer Springs Akaroa Arthurs Pass Mount Cook* Mackenzie Country Oamaru Blue Penguins* Moeraki Boulders Dunedin Milford Sound** Queenstown*
 
South Island Odyssey - Part Four -the Deep South
Posted on Mar 26, 2008, 16:53:36 by nztravelguide
... we go to the Great View Holiday Park (www.fiordlandgreatviewsholidaypark.co.nz for a few days. From here you make the drive into Milford Sound. I recommend a boat ride for sure. Have a talk to the owners at Great Views to get the up to the minute scoop ...
 
The 'Sounds'
Posted on Oct 1, 2006, 03:48:24 by lisartw
We're thinking of visiting Milford Sound and possibly Doubtful Sound, is there much difference between the two? I know that Doubtful Sound is bigger (?) but is it worth doing both of them? We're able to do both if need be, we have the time and will ...
 
What not to miss in New Zealand
Posted on Mar 17, 2006, 14:48:46 by Yvonne
... trip from Christchurch to Greymouth or even just to Arthurs pass and back sounds great. Would like to visit Abel Tasman or Marlborough Sound. Would also love to visit Milford Sound but it is really far to travel... what to do? help!! Thanks
 
May in New Zealand
Posted on Dec 31, 2007, 21:40:07 by oztravel
... Can you tell me if the month of May would be to cold to travel comfortably in N.Z.? Would like to get out and do some of the shorter walks, maybe the Milford Sound etc but really don't want to spend a month there if the cold can be invasive. Thanks
 
Your Advice Is Needed !
Posted on Nov 17, 2006, 01:50:54 by whereshegoes
... be in store for beautiful scenery, inspiring nature, and good people. That was my experience anyway. I would recommend Wanaka, Milford Sound, Lake Taupo, Christchurch, Golden Bay... Take the ferry across. If you want to meet people, do it backpacking. ...
 
Weather
Posted on Sep 8, 2006, 23:42:55 by will
... up for two days, and we were confined to the backpackers. However, by the time we reached Milford Sound, the area with the highest rainfall in New Zealand, it was clear blue skies and 28 degree C temperatures. Christchurch experiences similar weather to ...
 
Weather
Posted on Sep 9, 2006, 00:11:59 by ScottWoz
... , when you get here, the last thing you'll be worrying about is the weather. Trust me. Like Will, I did the Milford Sound on a glorious day. Last year I kayaked the Doubtful Sound over three days and the weather was stunning then too. But hopefully ...
 
South Island Itinerary
Posted on Oct 26, 2009, 05:02:14 by kirst-leszek09
... So far we know we'll be going to Abela Tasman, Golden Bay, Franz Joseph Glacier, Arthur's Pass, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Christchurch, Akeroa, Kaikoura, Dunedin. If you know any places/things/experiences not to be missed please let us know! ...
 
Feedback on First Light Travel Tour company
Posted on Mar 4, 2008, 10:14:43 by 2olives
... ; www.fishandgame.org.nz), and strike out by yourself. A walk on the wild shore? Strange as it may sound in rugby- and bungee-obsessed New Zealand, walking for days along deserted coasts to stare out at empty horizons is also a popular national pastime. ...
 
Internet Premiere: Tour New Zealand On Line (Video + Stills)
Posted on Mar 3, 2009, 17:22:48 by intrepberexplor
... features scenic vistas of both New Zealand islands, plus adventures by land and sea, with a Maori dance concert, the Kiwi bird, Milford Sound, waterfalls, a sheep show, geysers, jet boating, a glacier, the majesty of Mt Cook, and much more. "North and ...
 
10 - October 2009 Photo of the Month
Posted on Nov 2, 2009, 22:40:15 by patricia23
I like this shot! I feel the strong falls of the water. It only shows that Australia has a great nature! fairy falls - Milford Sound, New Zealand by:
 
10 - October 2009 Photo of the Month
Posted on Oct 30, 2009, 15:40:13 by jacquesl
... Teton National Park, United States by: 2.) 125 - Suches, United States by: 3.) Black pool Geyser - Yellowstone National Park, United States by: 4.) Moraine Lake - Banff, Canada by: 5.) fairy falls - Milford Sound, New Zealand by:
 
10 Surprisingly Good Destinations
Posted on May 15, 2009, 04:28:04 by introducinlyric
... 've got flat, arid landscapes with the odd hill thrown in, the Kiwis have huge mountains, glaciers, rolling hills, and Milford Sound. But what I also found were ridiculously friendly people, plus lovely vineyards, some of the best beer on the planet ( ...
 
THE VIEW FROM OUR WINDOWS
Posted on Mar 12, 2008, 22:26:28 by shaun_gooch
I'd like to be looking out over the Fjords of New Zealand. MMmmm aawwww Milford sound now thats a spot I like to be looking at!!!
 
must see places
Posted on Aug 28, 2006, 23:20:45 by will
I like these kind of posts Ok, here's my top 7. Places I've seen Milford Sound, New Zealand Halong Bay, Vietnam Havana, Cuba Actun Tunichil Muknal, Belize Angkor, Cambodia Namhsan, Burma Kanchenjunga National Park, Sikkim, India (Rating an ...
 

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