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New Zealand: It is a land of activities where adventure comes naturally. Its two main islands and beautiful landscapes, snow-capped mountains and picturesque lakes make it very popular amongst the tourists. the cities are brimming with cultural activities and people are are warm and welcoming, offering an experience that will make you take home many happy memories. The breath taking scenes, golden sand beaches, marine parks and many other gorgeous destinations of this country are truly mesmerizing. Climate: Surrounded by two main geographical features, mountains and sea, the north of New Zealand is hot and the south of it is cool. The warmest months in the country are December, January and February and the coldest are June, July and August. Places of Interest: North Island Auckland: Country’s largest urban area, Auckland is surrounded by varied and exquisite scenery with attractive harbors and beaches. Known as the ‘City of Sails’, the city offers excellent water sports along with other recreational activities like shopping, galleries and museums etc. Wellington: Being the New Zealand’s capital, it is bustling with activities and it occupies the flat area surrounding the harbor basin and climbs the surrounding steep hillsides overlooking the water. West Coast: Lying at the foot of the Southern Alps’ western slopes, it is New Zealand’s wildest untouched natural areas. Pacific Coast Highway: The journey that begins with the ferry from Auckland to Coromandel, takes one through the spectacular coastal road runing parallel to the small inlets and beaches around the Coromandel Peninsula and the long sweeping bays of the east coast. Central North Island: The center of the North Island is surrounded by the geothermal city of Rotorua, the extraordinarily picturesque Lake Taupo and the UNESCO-listed Tongariro National Park. |