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Within a
short drive, ferry ride or flight of Auckland City there are great places
for a holiday or break away. Many top holiday spots are either by the
beach, in the mountains, beside a lake or nestled in beautiful New Zealand
countryside. The accommodation can range from a top line hotel, lodge,
holiday house, motel or a secluded cottage. The choice is yours.....
Waitakere Ranges:
Throughout this magical area, approximately 200 kilometers of paths, tracks and trails lead to charming picnic spots, meandering rainforest streams and waterfalls - and along
cliff tops with stunning views
of the Tasman Sea.
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Chalet in The Ferns
Enjoy the privacy of a charming self contained two bed roomed guest
cottage in the exotic rainforest garden of "The Ferns" in Titirangi,
Auckland, New Zealand. Soak in the spa bath overlooking the rainforest
garden or stroll to the popular Titirangi cafés in the beautiful
Waitakere Ranges coastal rainforest, Auckland, New Zealand. The Chalet
in the Ferns is within 30 minutes of Auckland International Airport, the
central city and dramatic West Coast beaches and the perfect location
for your holiday and vacation in New Zealand.
Hauraki Gulf:
The
Islands of the Hauraki Gulf are within easy reach of Auckland either by
ferry of air. Waiheke Island is 35 minutes by ferry and is the best known
and most popular.
 Waiheke Island Holiday Homes
Why stay amongst the hustle and bustle of the
city when you can relax on a peaceful Island paradise and yet be only 35
minutes ferry ride from Auckland Downtown. A variety of self-catering
holiday homes are available year round - Apartments, Family Homes,
Cottages, Luxury Residences
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Bay of Islands:
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About a three
and a half hour drive to
the north of Auckland is the beautiful Bay of Islands. The region has the
finest maritime park in New Zealand with the 144 Islands and an abundance
of marine life, including the big marlin, whales, penguins, dolphins,
gannets and many other species. Russell is the original The Bay with its
pristine natural environment is the gathering place in the South Pacific
for overseas sailing yachts on world cruises, international sport
fishermen, golfers and marine enthusiasts. There are also flights from
Auckland Domestic Airport.
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Hamilton:
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Hamilton
City is a couple of hours south of Auckland and straddles the banks of the
Waikato River. It is a major service centre for the fertile agricultural
region of the Waikato. The Waikato River is the most significant
geographic, historical and scenic feature of the central Waikato and many
of the Hamilton Region's more unusual and interesting features are set
along its banks. Some of the attractions are the Hamilton Gardens, a
paddle boat that cruises on the river and the Waikato Museum
of Art & History.
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Rotorua:
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Rotorua
Accommodation >
From
the moment you enter Rotorua, about 3 hours drive south of Auckland, you'll know you are somewhere quite different. Straight away
you will notice the unmistakable smell of sulphur in the air. You will see clouds of steam
magically appear around the city giving it an incredible 'other worldly' feel. Rotorua’s 4 major
thermal areas are Whakarewarewa, Waimangu, Waiotapu and Hell’s Gate. The
village of Whakarewarewa is one of Rotorua’s most active thermal areas.
That is where you’ll find the lively Pohutu geyser, which erupts about 20
times a day and can spout up to 100 feet. Other attractions at "Whaka"
include hot mud pools, hot springs, and a Maori pa.
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Waitomo:
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Situated approximately 200kms south of Auckland are the world famous
Waitomo Caves. Both the Glowworm Cave and Aranui Cave feature excellent
lighting, good paths and handrails, together with informative local
guides. If you are looking for fun and adventure, Waitomo has a range of
activities just for you. The Tourism Award winning Lost World, a 100 metre
vertical abseil into a massive cavern, which has been depicted by Lonely
Planet as an "indescribable wonderland". Or there is the Haggas Honking
Holes - caving Indiana Jones style - abseiling, underground waterfalls,
rock climbing, see unusual helictites and cave coral. You could try the
original Black Water Rafting cave tubing experience. Choose either the 3
hour Black Water Rafting #1 trip or the 5 hour Black Water Rafting #2
trip, which includes an abseil/rappel into Ruakuri Cave.
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Lake Taupo:
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Lake Taupo Accommodation >
Lake Taupo, about three and a half hours south of Auckland is New Zealand's largest lake world-renowned for its trout
fishing. The lake provides opportunities for waterskiing, jetskiing,
kayaking and cruises.
The
town sits on a thermal belt, and visitors can see areas of boiling mud,
steam and geysers north of the town at Wairakei Park and Orakei Korako.
The Huka Falls and the Aratiatia Rapids are north of the town, while to
the south are the mountains of the volcanic plateau and the skifields of
Mount Ruapehu.
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