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Cross the South Island on the TranzAlpine, one of the world's most scenic train journeys
As far as window seats go, they don’t get much better than on the TranzAlpine, where the term ‘picture window’...
Enjoy the spectacular scenery on the TranzAlpine. © TranzAlpine
Garth Wilson Jade Visit website
MY ANCESTORS HAVE BEEN JADE CARVERS FOR HUNDREDS OF YEARSMy tribes the Ngati Mahaki and Ngati Waewae were the 2 Maori tribes who lived and . . . More . . .
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Great Coast Road: roadtripping at its best
Drive the length of the South Island, skirting the West Coast and traversing through the Southern Alps, and experience bountiful roadtripping at its very best. Read the story . . .
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$110
Scenicland Motels Visit website
Welcome to Scenicland Motels - offering you quality accommodation at an affordable price. Our motel offers you 5 new executive suites and 9 very spacious . . . More . . .
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Loved by the locals: Central West Coast
Do what the locals do on the Central West Coast. Read the story . . .
Garden City Helicopters - West Coast Visit website
There are very few places in the world with as much diversity in landscapes on their doorstep as the South Island of New Zealand. . . . More . . .
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Central West Coast: the best coastal drive in New Zealand
In this part of the world, civilisation has only chiselled a few narrow paths into the landscape. The elements – the wind, the rain and the ocean – are always trying to claim that land back. Read the story . . .
Greymouth Motel Visit website
We offer Free Wi-Fi, only 50 meters to a nice restaurant and bar, just 600 meters from the beach so you can enjoy our stunning . . . 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 . . .
On Yer Bike Visit website
Have you ever wondered what the heart of the rainforest looks like, off the beaten track? It’s taken 20 years creating off-road paradise through our . . . More . . .
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The Great Alpine Highway: Christchurch to Greymouth
This is probably the most staggering piece of road you'll ever come across. So keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes off the pies. Just stop often. Seriously: this is stunning. Read the story . . .
Greymouth Seaside TOP 10 Holiday Park Visit website
Greymouth Seaside TOP 10 Holiday Park is located right on the beachfront in peaceful Greymouth, on New Zealand's unspoiled West Coast. . . . More . . .
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Arthur’s Pass National Park: over the backbone
The high mountains of Arthur’s Pass National Park are the ‘backbone’ of the South Island and the pass itself is the key link between east and west. Read the story . . .
The Buller Gorge Swingbridge Visit website
At 110m long, the Swingbridge is an experience in itself. You can take beautiful photos of the mighty Buller River and the spectacular pink granite . . . More . . .
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Arthur's Pass: to the other side
Today the landscape of Arthur's Pass is punctuated with small towns that cling to the geography despite harsh wind, snow and mercurial populations. Read the story . . .
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$97
Aachen Place Motel Visit website
Hosted by Barry and Michelle, we provide friendly West Coast hospitality and go the extra distance to ensure you have an enjoyable stay in Greymouth. . . . More . . .
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Adventure time: tramping in New Zealand
Known in other countries as hiking, bushwalking or trekking, tramping is a uniquely Kiwi term that fits the style of walking here – often rough, frequently wet, but regularly inspiring. Read the story . . .
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