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Top attractions in Hamilton and Waikato
The Hamilton and Waikato region is well known for its nature-based tourism, underground wonders, Middle-Earth movie sets and iconic Waikato River.
Victoria Bridge, Waikato River © davidwallphoto.com
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The Club House Visit website
The Clubhouse is set in 250acres of rolling greeen Waikato farmland and features360 degree panoramic views of rural countryside framed by distant mountain ranges.You may . . . More . . .
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Hot Water Beach: dig your own spa pool
Drop into Hot Water Beach, a few kilometres down the coast from Whitianga and remember to take a spade: the bucket is optional, but a garden spade or contractor’s shovel is not. Read the story . . .
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Broadway Motel & Miro Court Villas Visit website
MATAMATA'S ONLY MOTEL IN THE CENTRE OF TOWN, with motel units to suit most budgets.20 units, standard, deluxe, executive. Studio, 1 and 2-bedroom. . . . More . . .
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East Waikato: discovering Middle Earth
Driving down into the guts of The Mighty Waikato from the Kaimāī ranges you get a good look at the land as it flexes its muscles. Read the story . . .
Hobbiton Movie Set Tours Visit website
Experience the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set, the bucolic setting for The Shire that featured in the Peter Jackson directed . . . 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 . . .
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Te Aroha Motel
Te Aroha Motel is located next to the historic Hot Springs Domain and Spas, 2 minutes walk from the CBD. 12 self-contained clean and comfortable . . . More . . .
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Thermal Explorer Highway: Auckland to Napier
How about an epic roadie straight down the North Island to the land where the languid meandering of the mighty Waikato gives way to the hiss of steam in roistering Rotorua? Read the story . . .
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Things to doMorrinsville Motel
17 units of various sizes,all recently refurbished with 5 brand new hotel style units.Swimming Pool and Spa Pool. Wireless available.Short walk to town's shops, restaurants . . . More . . .
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Loved by the locals: East Waikato
Do what the locals do in East Waikato. Read the story . . .
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Te Aroha Holiday Park Motels & Hot Pools
Cabins and Cottages with linen supplied, ideal location for Hauraki Rail Trail cyclists. Exciting playground constructed from massive logs and ropes, strung between the trees. . . . More . . .
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A road less travelled: on the trail of a hot lamb sandwich
Travelling from Auckland to Wellington via Taumarunui, Napier, Gisborne and Tauranga in search of an old-fashioned Kiwi treat. Read the story . . .
Central Motor Lodge
CENTRAL MOTOR LODGE AND CONFERENCE CENTRE is Morrinsville's newest, upmarket motel, offering apartment-style accommodation in rural Waikato, ideal for family holidays and for the discerning . . . More . . .
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Loved by the locals: South Waikato
Do what the locals do in South Waikato. Read the story . . .
Eldonwood Bed & Breakfast
Eldonwood Bed & Breakfast offers luxury accommodation located in a beautiful setting just a few minutes from Matamata's main centre. It is an ideal option . . . More . . .
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Top attractions in Hamilton and Waikato
The Hamilton and Waikato region is well known for its nature-based tourism, underground wonders, Middle-Earth movie sets and iconic Waikato River. Read the story . . .
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