Pros: Too numerous to mention! Cons: Not much wildlife unless you look to the sea!
Long before the Europeans ever set foot on the islands of New Zealand, the Polynesians, specifically the Maori, undertook the arduous journey from as far away as the Society Islands. They arrived here in their double-hulled canoes (wakas) about 1000 ...
=========================== As I had already written a review covering my home town I have taken this opportunity to update it and add a few tweaks here and there. Congrats to Drew for 2 years of ...
Pros: Amazing landscape, nice climate, mostly friendly people, lots of activities Cons: Somewhat expensive (in season), two weeks are too short, some sights get really crowded
This has been our dream vacation before we're focusing on the birth of our first child. After 15 days on the islands and 4 days in travel to and from NZ, we're very happy to have made this trip despite the associated expenses. Most attractions turned out ...
Pros: So much in one little island Cons: you have to leave at some point
First off, as one with asthma I do have to say that the best part of New Zealand is it is a non-smokers paradise. There is no smoking in most places to eat and on most tours.
My husband and I went to New Zealand's South Island for a two week...
Pros: Fantastic people, scenery, food and experience of a lifetime Cons: expensive airfare to New Zealand - sandflies bite - use plenty of repellent
I liked JeffB's reviews on South Island. He hit it right on the head. It's really is a great place with great scenery, truly friendly people, unspoiled natural beauty and excellent food and lodging. It is really not crowded (ther are more sheep than...
Pros: It's a wonderful country at the bottom of the planet. Cons: So far away from the rest of the world (not really a con)
A bit of history The Maori arrived to these shores about 2000 years prior to discovery by the rest of the world. The Maori name for New Zealand is AOTEAROA (ahh-or-tear-ahh-raw-ahh), which translated means " The ...
Pros: gorgeous scenery, awesome sights, crystal-clear water and seals! Cons: some might find community sleeping arrangements uncomfortable
Author’s Note: This article describes the second part of a sea-kayaking trip I took recently in Abel Tasman National Park in New Zealand. My previous article, entitled Sea Kayaking in the Abel Tasman, New Zealand – Day 1 will give you all the...
Pros: awesome sights, crystal clear water, seals and penguins abound Cons: some may not be comfortable with community sleeping arrangements
Author’s Note: This article describes the third part of a sea-kayaking trip I took recently in Abel Tasman National Park in New Zealand. My previous articles, entitled Sea Kayaking in the Abel Tasman, New Zealand – Day 1 and Sea Kayaking...
Pros: Beautiful, variety of terrain, cheap for Americans and British. Cons: Out of the way. Getting there's the hardest part.
2004 Update: On the metaphorical eve of my departure from New Zealand, I've decided to revisit my earlier review of the country and provide my Top Ten list of things To Do. 1. Visit a Kiwi house. Kiwis are the endangered flightless birds for ...
Pros: The Great Outdoors, variety of scenery, different culture Cons: Distance from Northern Hemisphere
As a New Zealander I thought it was time I wrote a review about the country I live in. I get asked many questions from people overseas prior to their visit and here are some of the frequently asked questions and the answers I give them: How long ...
Pros: Awesome clear water, great scenery, tons of fun, and it's cheap Cons: Some people may not be comfortable with community sleeping arrangements
As many of you know who have been reading my articles recently, I had the wonderful opportunity to take a trip to New Zealand and spend a few weeks relishing this island nation. While we intended our trip to be a mountain biking adventure, our tour...
Pros: Incredible Scenery, Friendly people, good accommodations, English Language Cons: The north island is mostly planted pine forest. Some food and accommodations are unusual.
We spent six days in New Zealand in 1994. It was really a side trip on the way to Australia. It turned out that our trip to New Zealand was even more spectacular than Australia. We stayed in a different town every night and toured both the north and ...
Pros: breath taking scenery, friendly locals, outstanding value for money Cons: the long flight to get there
In April of 2000 I embarked on a 4 week tour of New Zealand, mostly holiday, but with business thrown in here and there. As I was considering moving to New Zealand at this time I thought it prudent to see as much of the country as possible stopping in...
Pros: Wonderful people, beautiful landscapes, very accessible, something for everyone, family-friendly Cons: It's fairly remote, so airfare can be expensive
It was November, 2000. I was 27 years old, traveling on my own for the first time, taking some time to myself after the break-up of a 12-year relationship. My now-ex had encouraged me to go somewhere to get a fresh start without him, and he agreed to pay ...
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