New Zealand Hotels

New Zealand, to the South West of neighbouring Australia, consists of three main islands (the North and South islands and the smaller Stewart Island to the south) and is best known for some of the most stunning scenery in the world and in recent years, has seen a surge in tourism (thanks in no small part to the Lord of the Rings film trilogy being filmed here). The diverse landscape includes vast mountain ranges, active volcanoes, crystal clear lakes and fjords, rapid rivers, clear white beaches and the South Island, being over two-thirds mountain range, in particular is a haven for outdoor adventurers with skiing, mountaineering, canoeing, rafting, hiking, mountain biking, bungee jumping just a few of the activities available. The main South Island city of Christchurch was hit by Earthquake in 2011 with much of its neo-gothic architecture destroyed but it is still a beautiful city well worth a visit. The North Island is home to the cosmopolitan city of Auckland, also the largest in New Zealand, which has a wealth of entertainment to experience in addition to its stunning Harbour and islands. Rotorua is home to geological wonders in its hot springs, mud pools and geysers whilst Tongariro National Park houses the stunning Tongariro, Ruapehu and Ngauruahoe mountains whilst Hawke Bay grows some of the finest wines in the world.

Wellington, the capital city, is the arts and cultural hub of New Zealand with world-class Symphony and Ballet alongside modern art and celebrations of traditional Maori culture.