New Zealand may not exactly be known as a mecca for foodies, but that doesn’t mean that this little South Pacific country doesn’t have some tricks up its sleeve when it comes to tasty dishes. New Zealand cuisine is mostly a mix of native Maori and European influences, and in the larger cities (like Wellington and Auckland), you can also expect to find a heavy Asian influence. However, despite a rather schizophrenic group of influences, there are some patently “New
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New Zealand may not be known for its beaches the way some other South Pacific nations are, but that doesn’t mean the country doesn’t have any to offer. Along with your usual swimming and surfing beaches, New Zealand’s 15,000+ kilometers of coastline also offers up some truly unique seaside locations.
Don’t take the numbering of this list too literally, though, because each of these beaches is the “best” in its own way.
1. Kaiteriteri BeachLocated in sun-drenched Tasman Bay, Kaiteriteri
New Zealand’s North Island may have more people, but the South Island packs more punch when it comes to stunning scenery and adventure sports. Here are three different weeklong South Island itineraries to chose from, depending on what your interests are.
City-Focused ItineraryThe South Island doesn’t have as many large cities as the North, but if you want to focus on the cities, Nelson, Christchurch, Dunedin, Invercargill, and Queenstown are some of the best. This itinerary can be done by bus,
The thriving city of Auckland usually makes it onto every New Zealand itinerary. With a population of more than 1.4 million (that’s more than a quarter of the country’s population), Auckland is easily the biggest city in New Zealand. Some say this fact detracts from Auckland, stripping it of the charm and character that some other New Zealand cities and towns possess. But ask any Aucklander, and they’ll tell you that their city is the best in the country, and
New Zealand may be a small country – but don’t be fooled by its size. What New Zealand lacks in land area it makes up for in stunning scenery, friendly locals, and a wealth of things to see and do. Ideally, you would have weeks and weeks to spend exploring New Zealand, from its rolling plains to its snow-capped mountains. But, if you find yourself with only 10 days to spare, here’s what you don’t want to miss out on.
Unlike many other countries around the world, New Zealand does not have any laws directly forbidding public nudity. This, combined with a distinct European influence and the country’s laid-back attitude, means that nude beaches and beaches where nudity is welcomed can be found all over New Zealand.
There are several established and well-known nude beaches in New Zealand – particularly up north, where the weather is generally warmer – as well as many beaches where clothing is optional. Even many of
