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The best way is to ask the locals what to see and do, ask the tourist information office. Here you can get local, professional and free advice.
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As New Zealand’s capital, Wellington is home to the imposing administrative buildings of government. It’s an attractive city with a splendid harbour and terraced hills.
transport:getting there and getting around
Air New Zealand offer direct domestic flights between Wellington airport and most major centres, including Auckland, Christchurch
Regular ferry services connect Wellington with Picton on the South Island.
Wellington is an important junction for bus travel, with buses north to Auckland and all major towns in between. Wellington has a train station, an efficient local bus system, many car-hire companies, and taxi services.
climate:
Wellington’s coastal location gives it the reputation for being windy.
Accommodation:from cheap stays to luxury resorts
Check on the internet for the range, location and cost of Wellington hotels
events
As the nation’s capital, Wellington is the centre for a host of cultural and sporting events
* Wellington Cup Week in January features racing, live music, fashion in the field, celebrity judges.
*February New Zealand International Arts Festival
*New Zealand Festival (Biennial)
October is a busy month with Wellington Fashion Festival and Wellington International Jazz Festival.
Christchurch:springboard into nature
The South Island’s largest city, Christchurch is traditionally a springboard for forays into the nearby mountains, plains, beaches and lakes. However, Christchurch has many attractions of its own to offer.
transport:getting there and getting around
Christchurch is the main international gateway to the South Island. Flights connect with Australia and a few other countries. The airport is about seven miles from the city centre. There are also trains and a cheap and efficient bus service.
accommodation: from cheap stays to luxury resorts
Check on the internet for the range, location and cost of Christchurch hotels
events:
*February Christchurch Festival of Flowers – an international floral celebration in the garden city.
*August Christchurch International Jazz Festival – a celebration of jazz, wine and food featuring international and local talent.
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Wellington, capital of New Zealand
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