New Zealand
Image Ref: http://www.contiki.com/destinations/new-zealand
Kia Ora Bro!
Next stop on our travel blog is
our neighboring country- New Zealand.
I have visited the country twice,
both times being in May/ April- the start of their colder months (definitely
need your winter woolies!). On my trip, I stayed with my boyfriend’s family in
the Bay of Plenty, which is towards the top of the North Island. I stayed in
two small towns- Te Puke (Kiwi Fruit Capital) and Greeton. My favorite location
on the North Island is Mount Maunganui . It is a free local tourist attraction, 232m
high and a 10/10 struggle for me to walk up! The pain and suffering on the way
up is worth the amazing views of the bay!
My favorite activity was the traditional
hot pools. They cost about $10 for entry, depending whether it is a public or
private pool. The pools cleanse your skin, get rid of all of the dead skin
cells and leave you feeling very relaxed. You also have the choice of hiring a
private pool, for some alone time!
Image Ref: http://www.nzine.co.nz/features/apriltourism.html
For all you adrenaline seekers
who love living on the edge, I would suggest you go to Rotorua. Activities here
include zorbing and skydiving. Starting from $150.
I would recommended that when
packing, pack swimmers for the hot pools, winter woolies for the cold and
unpredictable weather, and some “jandals”- thongs are essential to fit in with
the new Zealand culture!!
Eating wise- I recommend you try two things: 1. A traditional
Hangi. A Hangi is a meal that is cooked underground by hot coals. It has the
most amazing flavours, is hot and fresh and the Maoris who cook it, put so much
love into it. 2. If you are ever in the Tauranga area, there is a fish and chip
shop called “Bobby Palmers.” It is extremely popular with locals and is
definitely the best fish and chips I have ever had!
Image Ref:
http://nz.totaltravel.yahoo.com/experiences/a/-/16326583/bay-of-plenty-on-a-budget/
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