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January is the month when Summer has truly arrived. Long days and great weather mean you owe it to yourself to get out and about and make the most of it. Luckily, there are heaps of events taking place right throughout the country to enjoy. To help you choose which ones to go to we’ve …

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December is the month to be jolly in New Zealand, just like it is in most places around the world! Being near the start of summer, it’s also a month where we have a large number of tourists visiting to experience all our great sights and attractions. We thought it’d be helpful to curate a …

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October sees the start of the Rotorua Bike Festival and it promises to be another action-packed week full of thrills and the occasional spill! Now in its seventh year, the Rotorua Bike Festival promises 10 days, 10,000 wheels and some serious spring fun. Sound good?? Read on… What’s happening in 2019? The Festival kicks off …

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The Auckland Santa Parade is an iconic event that has been taking place every year for over 80 years to the delight of thousands of Aucklanders of all ages and backgrounds. If you happen to be visiting the city towards the end of the year, it’s a great event to experience and will certainly give …

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If you happen to be in and around the Southland region near the end of February on your next road trip in New Zealand then you are in for a treat that should not be missed. The Burt Munro Challenge is an annual event that celebrates the achievements of Invercargill motorbike legend, Burt Munro. It’s …

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The Kathmandu Coast to Coast Challenge attracts some of the craziest athletes from around the world who make the long journey to New Zealand to participate and test themselves in the ultimate endurance contest. Just reading about the race makes you shudder a little. This is no contest for amateurs or pretenders. This is the …

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The Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is one of the most anticipated and longest-running cycling events in New Zealand which picks up more enthusiastic participants and supporters every year. From humble beginnings back in 1977 when just 26 people took part in the race, the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge has grown to become New Zealand’s biggest …

The Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge – NZ’s Premier Cycling Event Read More »

We’re super-proud to have been announced as a finalist in the New Zealand Tourism Awards for 2018. This year saw a record number of New Zealand tourism operators enter the prestigious awards with 32 companies and stakeholders shortlisted across the ten categories. Leading the way in visitor experience We have been shortlisted in the ServiceIQ …

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