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Glaciers, Mt. Cook and the New Zealand West Coast
Blog: Landlopers - 1 July 2011
I woke early on my fifth day in New Zealand; it was still dark in the mountain outpost of Franz Josef. Franz Josef exists for the mountains and the glacier, and tourists flock here in droves. Little did I realize when I started the...Copyright LandLopers All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized use prohibited.
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Christchurch to Franz Josef New Zealand – Trains, Glaciers and Spas
Blog: Landlopers - 30 June 2011
It was rainy, cold and a little dreary as I waited for my cab to the Addington railway station in Christchurch to start the fourth day of my introduction to New Zealand. I wasn’t going on just any train, I was about to embark on...Copyright LandLopers All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized use prohibited.
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Penguins, Earthquakes and Rebirth – Christchurch, New Zealand
Blog: Landlopers - 29 June 2011
On the third day of my ambitious “See New Zealand in a Week” trip, I flew from beautiful but smelly Rotorua to Christchurch, the focal point of my trip. I’m here as part of the #Blog4NZ Project, and I was eager to see the city...Copyright LandLopers All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized use prohibited.
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New Zealand Adventure Travel – Waitomo
Blog: Landlopers - 27 June 2011
I arrived before dawn on Sunday and immediately made the two-hour drive to Waitomo, home of the famous glowworm caves. This area tucked away in the rolling hills of New Zealand’s North Island has been a tourist destination for more than a century, all because...Copyright LandLopers All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized use prohibited.
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On the Road in New Zealand
Blog: Pommie Travels - 24 June 2011
New Zealand is a country where breathtaking scenery is the norm; where roads are shaped by the landscape and driving is part of the journey. So without a doubt, the best way to see it is to pack up the car or van and hit the tarmac. But like any beautiful location, there’s a pick [...]
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Adventure Travel in New Zealand – The Itinerary
Blog: Landlopers - 22 June 2011
A few months ago, I participated in a unique web experiment – the #Blog4NZ Project. I was just one of hundreds of travel bloggers and writers who all joined forces for one week in March with the singular goal of helping New Zealand Tourism...Copyright LandLopers All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized use prohibited.
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Kaikoura Beach,New Zealand
Blog: Mood to Travel - 12 June 2011
Kaikoura Beach,New Zealand, originally uploaded by Homdaum.A look back....This was the scene first thing in the morning on the way to get on the boat to see Whales. Feb 2010
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New Zealand Auckland Souvenirs: Manuka Honey, Kiwi Chocolate
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 11 June 2011
Manuka Honey is perhaps one of Auckland (or New Zealand)’s most famous tourism exports. Not surprisingly, we found Manuka Honey sold in various forms in all souvenir shops and even stores dedicated to just the sale of Manuka Honey in Auckland.
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Strangers And Candy – Wrong Travel Photo..
Blog: The Travel Tart - Offbeat Tales From A Travel Addict - 9 May 2011
Strangers Have The Best Candy! Here is a Funny Travel Photo from Michael Hodson of Go See Write.com. It’s of the Strangers Have The Best Candy Campervan! WTF? Strangers And...
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Ultimate Auckland Experience with Explore NZ – Whale & Dolphin Safari
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 7 May 2011
Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour and Hauraki Gulf area is one of the world’s most biologically and geographically diverse maritime national park. Over 25 of the 37 southern hemisphere marine mammals have been identified in this marine park, making up almost a third of the world’s population of species!
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Food Exploration Around Auckland – Elliot Stables and the Foodstore
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 28 April 2011
Feeling hungry after SkyJumping 190 metres from the Sky Tower, the Elliot Stables which is just a 6 minutes walk from the Auckland SkyCity Grand Hotel, is a great place to enjoy different types of food e.g. crepes, pasta, sausages and even sushi all under one roof.
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Wine and Dine at Cable Bay Vineyards Waiheke Island
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 26 April 2011
Cable Bay Vineyards’ award winning Restaurant and Wine Bar on Waiheke Island have an enviable reputation for great food and wine with an unrelenting focus on quality.
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The Weekly Photo: Tongariro National Park
Blog: Nomadic Matt's Travel Site - 24 April 2011
Tongariro National Park in New Zealand ©Nomadic Matt's Travel Site. Want to save OVER $700 USD on your next trip? Get Free Travel Coupons with my guide to traveling the world. Related Travel ArticlesThe Weekly Photo: Mercury BayHiking the TongariroThe Weekly Photo: Mount DoomThe Weekly Photo: Bay of IslandsTrying to Fish in Taupo
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Wine Tasting and Olive Oil Shopping at Waiheke Island
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 22 April 2011
After arriving at Waiheke Island on a helicopter and lunch at Cable Bay Vineyards, we were whisked away for a half day half day tour of Waiheke Island with Waiheke Executive Transport. Waiheke Executive Transport specialises in Wine and Art tours as well as transport around Waiheke Island.
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Photo Friday – Caravanning Through New Zealand
Blog: Canada's Adventure Couple - 22 April 2011
One of the most popular ways of Traveling through New Zealand is by campervan. To find out more about caravaning through New Zealand visit All Ways Rentals.Photo Friday – Caravanning Through New Zealand is a post from: The Planet D: Canada's Adventure Couple
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Travel in Style with Helilink Helicopter Flight to Waiheke Island
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 20 April 2011
Waiheke Island is considered by many, including Aucklanders, to be the most magical part of the Auckland experience – its beautiful beaches and native forest reserves harmonise diligently with cafes, vineyards and art studios.
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A Whale of a Time in Kaikoura
Blog: Canada's Adventure Couple - 12 April 2011
It is a glorious thing to see a whale in the wild. We were the last tour of the day to go out with the aptly named Whale Watch Kaikoura in New Zealand.A Whale of a Time in Kaikoura is a post from: The Planet D: Canada's Adventure Couple
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New Zealand with The Flying Kiwi
Blog: Canada's Adventure Couple - 11 April 2011
The Flying Kiwi is an adventure tour company that shows the best of what New Zealand's got. It involves camping and "roughing it" a little while getting up close and personal with the country's rugged landscapNew Zealand with The Flying Kiwi is a post from: The Planet D: Canada's Adventure Couple
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Climb Up or Jump Off Auckland Bridge with AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 8 April 2011
After attempting the SkyWalk at 194 metres above ground, the next challenge we took on was the Auckland Harbor Bridge Climb (highest point is just 43.27 m above high water).
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SkyDive Taupo, Embrace the Fear
Blog: Canada's Adventure Couple - 7 April 2011
Everywhere we go in New Zealand we see billboards and posters about skydiving and bungy jumping. When The Flying Kiwi told us that Sky Dive Taupo was going to offer us a skydive I was actually excited.SkyDive Taupo, Embrace the Fear is a post from: The Planet D: Canada's Adventure Couple
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SkyWalking 194 Metres Above Ground Around the Sky Tower
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 6 April 2011
If you have to choose between 2 options: - SkyWalk: Walk at a slow pace on a 1.2 metre-wide walkway around the Sky Tower – 192 metres off the ground with no handrails and nothing but air on either side of you (for about 20 minutes) or - SkyJump: Jump off the Sky Tower 192 [...] Related posts:Climb Up or Jump Off Auckland Bridge with AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand
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Morning blossoms on the Tongariro Crossing
Blog: Canada's Adventure Couple - 3 April 2011
We were excited about tackling the Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand. It is dubbed the Best 1-day Hike in the World and we wanted to see if it lived up to its reputation.Morning blossoms on the Tongariro Crossing is a post from: The Planet D: Canada's Adventure Couple
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Auckland SkyCity Grand Hotel
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 2 April 2011
Centrally located in the heart of Auckland City, the SkyCity Grand Hotel is a 5 star masterpiece of contemporary elegance and style. The Grand Hotel’s 316 guest rooms are luxurious and comfortable, and for those wanting to relax, the sublime East Day Spa and award-winning cuisine by Peter Gordon will do just that.
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Fox Glacier, One Dramatic Ice Field
Blog: Canada's Adventure Couple - 2 April 2011
Walking on a glacier is dangerous business if you don’t know what you are doing. So we took a tour with Fox Glacier guides here in New Zealand.Fox Glacier, One Dramatic Ice Field is a post from: The Planet D: Canada's Adventure Couple
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Jetstar Starclass Experience Onboard Inaugural Flight from Singapore to Auckland
Blog: PassportChop.com Travel Blog - Reviews, Travel Experiences - 31 March 2011
After commencing direct daily long haul services on the Singapore-Melbourne route in Dec 2010, low fares leader Jetstar is celebrating the next stage in its fast growing international operations from Singapore with a new direct long haul flight to Auckland. This had made New Zealand more accessible for budget conscious travellers in Singapore and around [...] Related posts:
