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Even if you've never been to New Zealand you're probably already aware of what a stunning nation it is. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy was filmed in New Zealand because of its stunning and untouched, dramatic landscapes, and film and television producers who want to capture fabulous scenery have often chosen the nation because of the backdrop it offers them.



Auckland is a fantastic city. Its spectacular skyline glitters in the bay and its streets are filled with a breezy cosmopolitan air. But sometimes you need a break from the bright lights and bustle, and Auckland has the perfect solution. Twelve miles east of the city in the Hauraki Gulf lies Waiheke, a gorgeous green island dotted with sandy beaches, grassy meadows and eclectic homes.



There are a lot of activities that can be done in New Zealand. Rafting, for instance, can be done in the rivers Wairoa, Rangitaki and Tongariro on the North island. Other exciting activities are bungee jumping, canyoning, parapenting and jet boating.



Want to explore the North Island of New Zealand in two weeks or less? You may not be able to see all of the splendor that this region has to offer, but follow RealTravelers, turutia for ideas of what you can see in a short amount of time. They started off in Picton to take the ferry over to the North Island, and were soon off to Wellington for a free one hour tour of the Beehive (Capitol Building), Lake Taupo for its beautiful scenery.



Natural, untouched beauty! That's what New Zealand's South Island is all about. The South Island is home to the Southern Alps and some great skiing and snow boarding opportunities.



From Cape Reinga in the north right through to Wellington in the south, New Zealand's North Island offers some unique opportunities to tourist and locals alike.



New Zealand is made up of two main islands, North Island and South Island, with further outlying islands called the Antipodes Islands, Auckland Islands, Bounty Islands, Campbell Island, Chatham Islands, and Kermadec Islands.



Located on the North Island of New Zealand, Auckland is the largest city in the country. As of 2006, the census indicated the city had a population of 404,658. A large number of people also live in the metropolitan area surrounding Auckland.



I drove down to Milford Sound to do some sea kayaking. Getting to the Sound was a fantastic experience where I just slowly wandered viewing 200 meter waterfalls, frozen meadows, mirror lakes and ice waterfalls.



In New Zealand, the pleasure of adrenaline sports is amplified by the surrounding natural beauty. From its shimmering ocean and lakes to its majestic rolling mountainsides, this country seems to have it all.


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