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If you’re looking for things to do in Christchurch with kids, then you have come to the right place. Christchurch is an awesome city to spend some quality family time and there are some really fun things to do with kids in Christchurch. The Garden City is packed full of great activities and attractions for …

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Christchurch is one of New Zealand’s most scenic cities, boasting a generous array of lush parks, historical collections, and stunning river views. Many locals endearingly call Christchurch the Garden City—and they’re right! Christchurch is a nature lover’s paradise. No matter what you’re into, you can spend days exploring and taking in the seemingly-endless list of …

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If you’re ever stuck in a pub quiz wondering which are the biggest cities in New Zealand, wonder no longer! In this post, we take a close look at the five biggest cities in New Zealand and discover some of the amazing things to do in our biggest cities. In case the quiz question asks …

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Wondering about the best route from Christchurch to Picton or vice versa? You’ve come to the right place! Following the powerful magnitude-7.8 earthquake to hit the South Island and lower North Island in November 2016, the traditional coastal route SH1 from Christchurch to Picton was completely blocked off. This caused devastation to the towns that …

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Planning a trip to Christchurch and looking for some inspiration when it comes to things to do and places to go? We’ve got you covered. In this post, we’re going to give you the lowdown on 10 destinations that are all within 3 hours’ drive of Christchurch and you are going to be surprised by …

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Situated in the heart of the South Island, Christchurch is a heritage city home to some of the oldest buildings in New Zealand. It is known as an explorers city and is a great gateway to the beautiful views in Banks Peninsula, Canterbury plains and Southern Alps. Whether you are looking to save for an …

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One of the most mesmerising things to experience in New Zealand is Kaikoura’s whale watching season. Every year, these wondrous creatures journey to this special part of the world to the delight of locals and visitors alike. As fans ourselves, we thought we’d put together this little guide so you can get the most out …

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Looking for some inspiration when it comes to places to visit in New Zealand this winter? You’ve come to the right place. Whilst it’s relatively easy to pick a destination to enjoy in New Zealand over the summer months, picking a spot during the winter months is a little more challenging – or at least …

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