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It\'s no accident that this city is the birthplace of both bungy jumping and jet boating – if you\'re looking for adventure, Queenstown is the perfect place for you.

A delightful small island, home to picturesque coastal villages, Waiheke is famous for its vineyards and beaches, gourmet food and thriving artistic culture.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

Explore rocky headlands, lagoons and sandy bush tracks in a four-wheel drive, snorkel through shipwrecks, and discover old forts and ancient remnants of Aboriginal culture.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

Surrounded by postcard-perfect scenery, this urban beach on the shores of stunning Lake Wakatipu is a destination for swimming, water sports and jet boating.

A fascinating eco-attraction that takes you back in history to explore prehistoric New Zealand.

Go to one of the country’s last frontiers of remote wilderness and find world-heritage rainforests, misty mountains and port towns hemmed by forests and rivers.

A fascinating eco-attraction that takes you back in history to explore prehistoric New Zealand.

Come within a few feet of one of the planet’s largest mainland gannet colonies. The seabirds nest here on this breathtaking peninsula.

Taste fresh oysters, climb pink granite mountain cliffs, laze on stunning beaches and swim with dolphins at this national park on Tasmania’s east coast.

Wander through the same rain forests as Sumatran tigers and watch giant pandas play at this award-winning zoo.

One of the largest lakes on the North Island, this location offers an abundance of exciting activities as well as a fascinating geological and cultural history.

A fascinating eco-attraction that takes you back in history to explore prehistoric New Zealand.

Wander along the jetty for wonderful views of Kororareka Bay, get out on the water in a boat and enjoy alfresco dining along the beachfront.

Sitting high above the water’s edge, this historic lighthouse has been a fixture of the Catlins for more than a century.

One of the largest lakes on the North Island, this location offers an abundance of exciting activities as well as a fascinating geological and cultural history.

Walk around the perimeter of this stunning cobalt-colored crater lake and check out viewing platforms overlooking Mount Gambier’s precious water source.

From touring vineyards and wineries to relaxing on some of the best beaches in Western Australia’s southwest, this town offers a variety of exciting pursuits.