subject: Trip to the land of the Long White Cloud - New Zealand [print this page] Trip to the land of the Long White Cloud - New Zealand
Most people who book their flights to New Zealand don't know that this beautiful country also comprises within its fold the Cook Islands, Niue, Tokelau and the Ross Dependancy - New Zealand's territory in Antarctica.
New Zealand obtained its name from the word Aotearoa' which in local Maori language means the Land of the Long White Cloud'. If you surf the web you will find plenty of cheap flights to New Zealand that will give you an opportunity to explore its charming cities like Auckland, Queenstown, Christchurch & Wellington. Begin your New Zealand tour by exploring the fascinating city of Auckland that offers beaches, mountains, lush green landscapes and the best of food and entertainment to visiting tourists.
Another interesting place is the Otara market on Ponsonby Road that boasts of an array of merchandise from bone carvings to mats. As evening descends head to Marae, a Maori meeting house where you can watch some enticing song and dance performances by locals and savour a delicious 'hangi'-a delicious feast cooked in an earthen oven. Before you end your tour of Auckland take a walking tour of the Karangahape Road that is famous for its cafes, boutique shops and an incredible nightlife. Christchurch should ideally be the next stop on your New Zealand Sojourn. This 'Garden City' is dotted with buildings built in old English style Neo-gothic Architecture.
Wellington, New Zealand's capital would probably be the star attraction of your tour as the city possesses a beautiful beachfront, scenic mountains and stunning botanical gardens. Don't miss the bubbling hot mud pools, geysers, hot springs at Wai-o-Tapu as well as the volcanoes at Tongario that highlight New Zealand's rich natural beauty and heritage.
So, if you and your family members want to explore this fascinating land in all its glory on your next vacation, make sure you book your New Zealand Flight ticketsbetween the months of October to December that is perhaps the best time to visit this captivating country.
