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The Top of the South Island - Hiking Gold-Sand Beach Tracks to Gold-Medal Wine Country
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The Top of the South Island - Hiking Gold-Sand Beach Tracks to Gold-Medal Wine Country

The top of the South Island of New Zealand is a magical place filled with sunshine, sparkling waters, golden-sand beaches, emerald-colored native bush, and rolling vineyards.   Consisting of the

Exploring the Wildly Beautiful West Coast of New Zealand
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Exploring the Wildly Beautiful West Coast of New Zealand

We love sharing details about lesser-known parts of our homeland, beautiful New Zealand. There is so much to see and experience! Here's what you could get up to on the spectacular West Coast of the So

Discover Northland, New Zealand: Pristine Beaches, Māori Culture, and Towering Forests
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Discover Northland, New Zealand: Pristine Beaches, Māori Culture, and Towering Forests

National Geographic has recently named Northland, New Zealand, one of The 25 Best Places to Visit in the World , and it’s easy to see why. Picture yourself strolling along untouched golden beaches, ex

What Makes New Zealand a Great Vacation Destination?
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What Makes New Zealand a Great Vacation Destination?

New Zealand has something for everyone, and is the perfect place to invigorate your heart and mind, to reconnect with your family, your friends (old buddies, and forging new connections), in the most

Exploring the Volcanic Central Plateau of New Zealand
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Exploring the Volcanic Central Plateau of New Zealand

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Top Five Great Walks of the South Island, New Zealand
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Top Five Great Walks of the South Island, New Zealand

Ready to explore New Zealand's iconic trails? To showcase the country's most stunning landscapes and make outdoor adventures accessible to all, the Great Walks program was initiated in 1993. These tra

Preparing for a Multi-Day Cycling Trip: 5 Activities to Do Before You Go

Preparing for a Multi-Day Cycling Trip: 5 Activities to Do Before You Go

&nbsp; Circumnavigating Crater Lake in Oregon. Riding between the mountains and the oceans in Yamingsham National Park in Taiwan . Rolling into St. Moritz in Switzerland . Conquering New Zealand’s Alp

Podcast - Rick G talks about his North Island Adventure with Kit Parks
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Podcast - Rick G talks about his North Island Adventure with Kit Parks

Our guest Rick was hosted by Kit Parks, on her Active Travel Adventures podcast. Together, they'll bring you on an 11-day, multi-sport adventure through New Zealand North Island. From glowworms caves

Keeping Up With Our New Zealand Guides
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Keeping Up With Our New Zealand Guides

You’ve heard us say it before, and you’ll hear us say it again, we have the best guides in the world down here in New Zealand! Their love of adventures, unmatched energy, passion for sharing their bac

Conquer the Alps to Ocean Trail, an Iconic New Zealand Bike Ride
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Conquer the Alps to Ocean Trail, an Iconic New Zealand Bike Ride

The longest continuous bike ride in New Zealand, the Alps to Ocean trail, showcases Mother Nature at her finest. Where else in the world can you bike from beneath the country's tallest mountain, along

5 Reasons New Zealand Winter Isn’t All About Skiing
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5 Reasons New Zealand Winter Isn’t All About Skiing

With names of ski fields like The Remarkables, you can see why the South Island of New Zealand is renowned for its winter activities. And don’t get us wrong, cutting through fresh powder as the sun ri

Hike the Northern Circuit Tongariro
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Hike the Northern Circuit Tongariro

&nbsp; The Tongariro Northern Circuit crosses 45 kilometres through the the volcanic heart of Tongariro National Park. From alpine herbfields to forests, and tranquil lakes to desert-like plateaux, yo

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