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New Zealand visitors 'should combine cities and wilderness'
16 Nov 2011
Travellers visiting New Zealand for the first time can experience the full diversity of the country by visiting cities as well as wilderness areas, according to Lonely Planet.
Charles Rawlings-Way, author of the publisher's guide to the country, highlighted a number of urban destinations that are worth discovering, such as Auckland, which boasts plenty of restaurants, shopping areas, nightlife and a harbour.
Wellington was recommended for its 'grungy' alternative arts scene, while Christchurch has retained its 'cultured poise' despite being hit by an earthquake earlier this year, the writer said.
'On the wild side, take a 'tramp' (hike, or bushwalk) into the wilderness [with] remote beaches, snow-capped mountains, thundering river gorges - they're all here,' added Mr Rawlings-Way.
Visitors looking for an encounter with one of New Zealand's national icons can head to Rotorua to try to spot the kiwi, a flightless bird endemic to the country.
The city is also a good place to learn more about indigenous Maori culture.
Opodo cheap flights, hotels and car hire - let the journey begin!
Charles Rawlings-Way, author of the publisher's guide to the country, highlighted a number of urban destinations that are worth discovering, such as Auckland, which boasts plenty of restaurants, shopping areas, nightlife and a harbour.
Wellington was recommended for its 'grungy' alternative arts scene, while Christchurch has retained its 'cultured poise' despite being hit by an earthquake earlier this year, the writer said.
'On the wild side, take a 'tramp' (hike, or bushwalk) into the wilderness [with] remote beaches, snow-capped mountains, thundering river gorges - they're all here,' added Mr Rawlings-Way.
Visitors looking for an encounter with one of New Zealand's national icons can head to Rotorua to try to spot the kiwi, a flightless bird endemic to the country.
The city is also a good place to learn more about indigenous Maori culture.
Opodo cheap flights, hotels and car hire - let the journey begin!
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