New Zealand Vacation
When people think” ExoticPacific Island” they rarely think of . But is a vacation paradise that often goes unnoticed. Complete with snow-capped mountains, beautiful beaches, unique animal species, and volcanic hot spots, has something for everybody.It is approximately the same size as Colorado, but it is made up of two islands, (theNorth Islandand the South Island). Despite its size, it’s one of the least crowded places in the world. There is plenty of room for scenic drives, pristine landscapes, solitary beaches and mysterious caves to explore.
If you like adventure, has a wide range of opportunities. You can go spelunking into the depths of the Waitomo caves or try heliskiing: a helicopter ride over glaciers and a ski run where you’re the only one on the slopes! You can also try zorbing, which involves getting inside an inflated plastic sphere and rolling down a hill, similar to a high-speed tire ride, but with a protective cushion of air around you. Strap yourself in tight, because you might reach a speed of 50 km per hour! Kayaking, rock-climbing, bungee jumping and flying are also available activities for the brave at heart.
For those looking to take a more relaxing vacation, has more laidback pursuits. A vacationer can take a train ride among the Southern Alps, a trip to a ninety mile beach at Cape Reinga, or a boat cruise around Milford Sound. The countless miles of coast provide opportunities to see seals, penguins or whales that are indigenous to the country. You can even dive in and go swimming with the dolphins! For bird-watchers, the island is inhabited with exotic birds found nowhere else in the world, like the Kea, a native parrot, or beautiful flightless birds like the Weka or the Kiwi. Yet this native bird should not be confused with a local New Zealander, who might go by the nickname of “kiwi”.
The climate of is mild, and being in the southern hemisphere, you’ll find ski season in full swing during the summer, and balmy weather at Christmas time. This could be an excellent vacation for someone who needs a change of pace in the colder winter months. If you ever become tired of snow-capped mountains and empty beaches, you can take in the big city life at Auckland, tour a winery, relax in a natural thermal pool, or dine on a wide variety of pacific rim inspired delicacies.
One of the drawbacks of visiting is the distance, (assuming you are traveling from the ) as a direct flight from
California can be up to twelve hours. To take full advantage of the exotic location, you could try flying into or first for a little sightseeing, and then move on to ‘s islands. However you choose to get there, plan to stay a while, because it’s a long trip home and there is plenty to see. Be careful, though, because you may not want to leave!
