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New Zealand Travel Guide

Condé Nast Traveler readers named New Zealand their “Favorite Country to Visit” in 2008 with its thousands of activities and adventures waiting to be discovered. The temperate climate and variety of landscapes and environments make New Zealand an ideal year-round vacation destination.

The country is made up of two large islands, North and South (Te Ika a Maui and Te Wai Pounamu, in Maori) and a string of surrounding islands. The smaller islands are speckled with farmland, national parks, forests, vineyards and beaches, with gorgeous private villas tucked into the scenic paradise. There are gorgeous national parks and marine reserves, wild safaris, and exciting cities and villages all abundant with the blended cultural mix of European and Polynesian descendents.

It is a unique and dynamic country with wide open spaces, rugged landscapes, incredible flora and fauna, snow-capped mountains, lakes, hot springs and even volcanoes. And remember, no matter where you go in New Zealand, it’s always a short trip to the beach.


New Zealand local information


Time Zone

UTC +12

Language

English, Maori, and New Zealand sign language

Currency

New Zealand dollar (NZD)

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Introducing the New Auckland Apartment Rental: Penthouse 64 Introducing the New Auckland Apartment Rental: Penthouse 64

Touch of Spice Private Villa Collection has added a new luxury villa to its accommodations portfolio. The Penthouse 64 in Auckland is a new waterfront apartment rental perfect for city holidays. Rent this Auckland, New Zealand luxury apartment rental for city breaks and fun getaways on New Zealand's North Island.
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Luxury Waterfront Apartment Penthouse 64 Luxury Waterfront Apartment Penthouse 64

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Bedrooms: 4 - Max. Occupancy: 6

This truly stunning, opulent 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom apartment rental is located on Auckland’s Viaduct – the perfect base for taking full advantage of everything the City of Sails has to offer. With [...]

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Spacious Two-Storey Holiday Home - Malagans Ridge 13 Spacious Two-Storey Holiday Home - Malagans Ridge 13

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Bedrooms: 4 - Max. Occupancy: 8

Spacious, light and airy two-storey, four-bedroom house with open plan living area, beautiful verandah and courtyard. Other features include a cosy nook and mezzanine games area with pool table. [...]

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Modern Holiday Home with Great Views - Orchard Hill 5 Modern Holiday Home with Great Views - Orchard Hill 5

Vacation Rentals in New Zealand South Island, New Zealand
Bedrooms: 4 - Max. Occupancy: 8

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