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Aoraki Mount Cook National Park: home to our own Everest
Aoraki Mount Cook National Park is a rugged land of ice and rock, with 19 peaks over 3000m, including New...
The road to Mount Cook. © Abhishek Baadkar
Antigua Boat Hire & Cafe Visit website
Take out a canoe, kayak, paddle boat or traditional rowboat or Canadian canoe on the Avon River to see the beauty of Christchurch Botanic Gardens. . . . More . . .
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New Zealand on film: more than hobbits and snowy mountainscapes
Movies have put New Zealand on the map. But there's much more to New Zealand film than The Lord of the Rings... Read the story . . .
Soaring Kiwi Tours - Christchurch Visit website
Hop on-board unique double decker buses to explore Christchurch, the South Island’s largest city. Learn about the city’s fascinating history from pioneering days to modern times. . . . More . . .
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Christchurch: a city transforming
How often do you get to see a city in the midst of a complete transformation? Christchurch today is different from the experience of Christchurch last month, next month and certainly six years ago. Read the story . . .
Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruises Visit website
AKAROA HARBOUR NATURE CRUISE (Black Cat Cruises) - your Hectors dolphin guarantee! yes we guarantee you will see dolphins or come again another day for . . . More . . .
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Loved by the locals: Christchurch
The new and improved Christchurch City is filled with attractions to keep you occupied – whether you're into dancing, garden rambles, vintage transport or great food. Read the story . . .
Air Force Museum of New Zealand Visit website
The Air Force Museum of New Zealand is the national museum for the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) and one of New Zealand's premier attractions. . . . More . . .
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South Westland: a wonder of the world
The bottom left-hand corner of our little country, South Westland, is a world-renowned UNESCO World Heritage area. Read the story . . .
Albatross Encounter Visit website
ALBATROSS ENCOUNTER - Get up close and personal to the largest wingspan in the world, the Wandering Albatross. This boat-based tour takes you to visit . . . More . . .
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The Grand Traverse: a spectacular flight of fancy
The Grand Traverse is a stunning scenic flight that explores the Aoraki Mt Cook and Westland Tai Poutini national park, covering about 200km of unforgettable scenery. Read the story . . .
Christchurch Gondola Visit website
Ride in our new-look cable cars and experience the exciting changes at the top. We look forward to seeing you! Soar suspended above the suburbs . . . More . . .
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Boating: Kiwis on the water
Going to the beach, lake or river for a splash is so commonplace in New Zealand, we seldom spare a thought for those in land-locked in places, thousands of kilometres from the shore. Read the story . . .
Panorama Motor Lodge Visit website
Bay views and afternoon sun Situated in central Timaru, overlooking the beautiful Caroline Bay and mountains of South Canterbury, Panorama Motor Lodge is ideally suited . . . More . . .
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TranzAlpine: one of the best rail journeys in the world
Feast on one breath-taking view after another as you travel from Christchurch to Greymouth. Read the story . . .
136 On Bealey Motel Visit website
136 on Bealey Motel - The home of Kiwiana String Art and your affordable home away from home set inside a very unique, designed complex . . . More . . .
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Banks Peninsula: land of volcanoes and mini dolphins
On Banks Peninsula you can sleep under the stars in a glass house, swim with miniature dolphins and dine on amazing local food all in the same day... Read the story . . .
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