About
New Zealand
We are delighted to bring you some useful
information on our 6-main centres (largest cities)
around New Zealand. New Zealand is a very welcoming
open minded country to visit. In 2005 we passed New
Zealands Civil Union Bill which now allows same sex
couples the same rights in partnership as hetrosexual
couples. New Zealand promotes itself as a 100% Pure
destination to visit, this philosophy spreads much
further than just the "clean green" nature
feel of New Zealand, rather spreading to how we live
and work in our country of freedom and beauty. New
Zealanders are very accepting of people from all walks
of life! Welcome to New Zealand!
Auckland |
Rotorua | Wellington
Christchurch | Dunedin
| Queenstown | Invercargill
New Zealand Tourism Websites
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International Tourism Websites <click
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Gay
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Auckland
is full up with things to do and even the most
seasoned local can always find something new.
Satisfy
your natural curiosity and visit the latest
wildlife arrivals at the Auckland Zoo.
Be
inspired at Auckland Museum this summer. Explore
New Zealand's rich natural and cultural heritage,
and its modern history. Located in one of Auckland's
finest heritage buildings in the heart of the
Domain.
Stimulate
your senses on a tour of the universe at Stardome
Observatory. You'll experience 360° theatre
with 3500 stars high overhead, plus guided telescope
viewing. Open seven days (and most nights).
Auckland
Offers great nightlife and shopping. |
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Gay
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Rotorua
is one of the original tourist destinations
in New Zealand - it has been welcoming visitors
for more than 200 years. From the moment people
arrive in Rotorua they know they're somewhere
quite different. There is a scent of sulphur
in the air. At nearby geothermal hotspots, there
are spouting geysers, boiling mud pools and
warm geothermal springs. Silica terraces are
naturally decorated with a kaleidoscope of colours.
Rotorua is fast becoming known as Nature's Spa
of the South Pacific. After a hard day's sightseeing
or strenuous activity, visitors can relax with
a soak in the healing waters of the geothermal
hot springs, or totally unwind by choosing from
a selection of therapeutic spa and massage therapies |
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Gay
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It offers an unforgettable
city experience in a natural setting. It is
located between a beautiful harbour and rolling
green hills.
Wellington has excellent shopping, professional
theatre and cafes and restaurants all close
to untouched nature spots.
Te Papa, New Zealand’s national museum
is on the waterfront.
Wellington is only a short drive or ferry ride
away from New Zealand’s top wine regions,
Wairarapa and Marlborough. Both regions are
popular weekend destinations.
Wellington was the main filming and production
location for The Lord of the Rings Trilogy.
This was shot in New Zealand between October
1999 and December 2000. Experience Middle Earth
in all its diversity while you are in Wellington. |
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Gay
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City”
Christchurch
is New Zealand’s foremost festival city.
Throughout the year it proudly celebrates over
a dozen festivals which provide a wealth of
cultural and entertainment diversity
Enjoy the unique magic of the Garden City. Central
Christchurch is perfect for exploring on foot
because it is attractive, fascinating - and
flat!
Christchurch has just recently installed a new
landmark in Cathedral Square, Chalice by internationally
renowned sculptor Neil Dawson. |
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Gay
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Dunedin
cultural wonders! Over the decades Dunedin residents
have shown vision and cultural wisdom, endowing
the city with a number of wonderful institutions,
including the Dunedin Public Art Gallery, Otago
Museum and The Otago Settlers Museum.
Daily life, as seen in the Octagon and surrounding
streets is vibrant, positive and upbeat. Cafes,
restaurants and bars compete for space with
a fabulous mix of retail outlets, service centres
and entertainment venues. |
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Gay
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New
Zealand's action and adventure capital.
Queenstown is the Southern Hemisphere's premiere
four season alpine and lake resort. Nestled
on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and overlooked
by the majestic Remarkables Range, Queenstown
is the perfect destination all year round.
Queenstown was named because ‘...it was
fit for “Queen”.’
Certainly it’s lived up to that expectation.
Today it’s an exhilarating alpine resort,
perfect for both adventurers and leisure seekers.
Don't miss historical Arrowtown with its quaint,
tree-lined streets, miners’ cottages and
shops preserved as they were during the 19th
century gold rush era, just a 20 minute drive
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Gay
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City”
Invercargill
is New Zealand's southernmost city and the commercial
heart of Southland. Known far and wide for its
hospitality, Invercargill is favourably placed
on the Southern Scenic Route and is the gateway
to some of New Zealand's most beautiful scenery
and destinations including the Southland heartland,
Stewart Island, Fiordland and the Catlins. Bluff
is unique – in its geography, history,
industry and attractions. If you visit Bluff
during the oyster season take the time to try
the world famous Bluff oyster a much sought
after delicacy.
The town itself is well serviced with a variety
of accommodation, restaurants, dairies, service
stations and an information centre. Bluff is
only twenty seven kilometres south of Invercargill,
from which a regular bus service operates.
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