New Zealand, a Truly Beautiful Destination

New Zealand is a beautiful destination that has been voted as the favorite country by Telegraph readera for four years running. New Zealand prides itself on being safe and having no snakes or scorpions.

Some residents claim to even leave the keys to their cars in the ignition overnight without worry. It’s a place that has been referred to as paradise and a place to make a New World. The citizens are self-reliant and get along with one another. Luxurious excursions go up and down the inlets of the Marlborough Sounds.

People who visit New Zealand tend to stay for an extended period of time, usually lasting about a month. This is not surprising with how beautiful nature is here. Totara trees are seen all over. They are massive trees that the Maoris used to chisel war canoes from. Each was large enough for 100 men, spanning, 80ft long. The most outstanding exhibit in Auckland’s War Memorial Museum is a war canoe that was carved in the 1830s from one of these very trees.

New Zealand is known for its snow-dusted mountains in the Southern Alps, bright teal blue lakes, and clean, crisp air. It is not only known for its magnificent beauty. There is a massive selection of wineries to choose from. There are over 120 wineries and over 30 of these offer cellar door tastings. Marlborough country offers sauvignon blancs, pinot noirs, and Kiwi wine, just to name a few.

There are a plethora of things that can be done in New Zealand. If you are finally taking the road trip you have always wanted to or just planning a vacation, New Zealand has plenty of attractions and events to keep you busy. There are multiple tours to choose from. Marlborough Sounds offers an outstanding three-hour boat tour that can be booked for $155/£84.

Marlborough also offers wine tasting tours. Cloudy Bay’s tastings cost between $10 and $25 and Wither Hills offers tours and wine tastings beginning at $49. Auckland Maori also offers an exciting tour that spans the entire day and includes lunch for $275.

There are other activities the make New Zealand a great place as well. Mount Aspiring National Park offers the Siberia Experience. It is an amazing excursion by plane, foot, and jet boat that lasts half of the day and costs $385. Mount Cook offers another great activity. It is an exciting ski plane glacier trip that costs $310. Visiting a museum is always a fun idea when visiting a new place.

The Auckland Museum in New Zealand is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. For $30 you can get admittance into the museum and to a Maori Cultural Performance that can’t be missed!

Rugby also adds to New Zealand’s status. Followers are now enjoying the British and Irish Lions tour to kick off. Rugby offers an excuse to have a party on vacation. The upcoming tour will feature 10 matches between June 3 and July 8. For more information, check out the British & Irish Lions website.

New Zealand is a beautiful country where you can walk on sandy beaches, mesmerizing mountains, or through pristine rain forests. The people are friendly and have a great sense of community and there are areas that are rich with Native culture. The many activities available will prove to make your experience one that you will never forget.

If you are not sure where you want to stay on your visit, this article will provide some clarity. Whether taking one of the many tours or trips, visiting a museum, or going to a rugby game, it is easy to see why New Zealand has been voted as a favorite country. It very easily lives up to its reputation.