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Sure, we know it as the land of Hobbits, bungee jumping, and more sheep per capita than anywhere else on earth. But just beyond the wild, raw... more
A true gateway Web site, www.newzealand.com is an extensive guide to everything: climate, events, and current exchange rates. In terms of lo more
Many Lord of the Rings locations were "dressed" for their partsbuildings and facades were added to sites, trees were sprayed with silver paint. All... more
Kiwi beaches inspire Saffron Burrows to get out of town in the Lexus SC 430 more
In a BMW 745Li,Kevin Doyle discovers that New Zealand's northern half is a wholly enchanting place more
From Condé Nast Traveler's CN Traveler Hot List 2005
New Zealand's North Island is awash in Maori myth—nowhere more so than in Rotorua, its geothermal heartland, where even the bottled water comes with a... more
From Condé Nast Traveler's CN Traveler Gold List 2009
This Edwardian-inspired North Island estate on a working sheep and cattle farm is near Martinborough vineyards. Contemporary farmhouse accommodations... more
From Condé Nast Traveler's CN Traveler Gold List 2009
"The grounds are green and serene" at this lodge on the Waikato River. Guest buildings have terraces and shingled roofs, and rooms are decorated with... more
From Condé Nast Traveler's CN Traveler Gold List 2009
Timber and stone echo the great outdoors at this lodge that "beautifully merges with nature." "A small waterfall flows underneath the main building,"... more
From Condé Nast Traveler's CN Traveler Hot List 2005
This 5,000-acre isle, 25 minutes by helicopter from Auckland, is the private retreat of two millionaires—a haven so hidden that even the paparazzi... more
Whether your fantasy hotel is a Star Wars–s more
Fashion and travel go together like size double-0 dresses and coffee-and-cigarette breakfasts. They need each other. Sure, fashionistas need someplace... more
Contrary to what your eighth-grade girlfriend may have told you, romance isn't all about flowers and heart-shaped candies. But the word "romantic" has... more
Seeing where Hollywood's movie magic is created sounds like a great ideauntil you find yourself kicking around a backlot in Burbank. Casablanca may... more
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