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Whakapapa
Whakapapa, New Zealand
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Tongariro National Park
This is a top pick! ... was not with us on this trip and the crossing was closed. We stayed at the Scotel Alpine Resort, which is situated in Whakapapa village. I have to explain that this is the funniest named village I have come accross-ever! and heres why - In Maori WH ...
Snowboarding Attempt Number 2
This is a top pick! ... , cloudy and a bit drizzly. We drove up to the ski field which was about 12km from Discovery Lodge, and 6km from Whakapapa Village. We bought the Discovery Package which included snowboard and boots hire as well as lift passes. I also hired some ...
Enter the fridge
This is a top pick! After a reluctant departure from the Barrier about a month ago, I headed south, into the snow. First stop was Ohuakune in the Tongariro National Park. The lovely family I was staying with on the Barrier invited me down with them to try out some ...
The Land of Mordor
This is a top pick! ...where shadows lie. Another part of the Tongariro National Park where some of the scenes of LOTR was filmed. ...
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Ski field Information for New Zealand
Posted by nztravelguide
... Possibly the best known and most popular of the North Island ski slopes - and the largest in area in New Zealand - are at Whakapapa on Mt Ruapehu in the Tongariro national park. Accommodation is available at Whakapapa Village or nearby towns but should ...
New Zealand Seasons
Posted by nztravelguide
... winter holiday destinations are: South Island - Queenstown. Wanaka, Hanmer Springs North island - Taupo, Whakapapa, Ohakune Spring: September 1 - November 31 Spring in New Zealand is generally warm, and a great time to enjoy the outdoors. School ...
List of NZ Information Sites for direct mail
Posted 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 Maori Culture
Posted by nztravelguide
... Matariki is the constellation of stars known as the Pleiades. Matariki is also known as the Seven Sisters. Matariki's appearance in New Zealand skies marks the start of the Maori New Year. Matariki rises on New Zealand's northeast horizon in May ...
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