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North Island New Zealand Travel Guide
North Island New Zealand

North Island New Zealand is at the top of the list when it comes to global travel destinations. It’s got everything a traveler could hope for and is home to the first sunrise on the planet. North Island New Zealand …

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October 22, 2018

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Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre
Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre

Located near Rotorua, Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre is the first and only facility of its kind in New Zealand. Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre was established in 2002, dedicated to the conservation of a threatened New Zealand …

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May 22, 2017

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Tamaki Maori Village
Tamaki Maori Village

Earning the Trip Advisor 2016 Certificate of Excellence, the Tamaki Maori Village tour is one experience you won’t want to miss when visiting Rotorua. It began when two brothers came together to build an authentic, pre-European Maori Village to immerse …

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May 15, 2017

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History of Maori Haka
Haka

Haka, by definition, is simply a song with dance, or a dance. Traditional Maori haka is rich with meaning, and performed with passion. According to Legend… Tama-nui-to-ra (the sun god) had two wives – Hine-takurua (“Winter Maid”) and Hine-raumati (“Summer …

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March 27, 2017

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New Zealand Maori Culture – Oral Storytelling
Oral Storytelling

New Zealand carries a rich heritage with its indigenous people. More than 1,000 years ago, the Maori people came to New Zealand from the tropical Polynesian islands. Over time, the Maori culture evolved in New Zealand until they adopted their …

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March 20, 2017

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Ten Things You Didn’t Know About New Zealand
Ten things you didn't know about New Zealand

If you didn’t already have enough great excuses to visit this place, here are ten cool things you didn’t know about New Zealand. Ten Things You Didn’t Know About New Zealand The kiwi fruit is not actually a fruit native …

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October 17, 2016

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Basic New Zealand Etiquette
New Zealand Etiquette

Visiting another country can be intimidating for some people, especially if you’re not familiar with the culture. Thankfully, New Zealanders are quite friendly and used to travelers, however, here are some basic New Zealand etiquette tips to help you feel …

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September 19, 2016

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Maori Language – New Zealand Culture
Maori Language

The Maori are the indigenous, local people of New Zealand. When you visit New Zealand, you’ll notice that most of the cities and land marks are Maori in origin. So much of the rich Maori culture is immersed in every …

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August 21, 2016

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Experience Hikurangi Guided Tours
Experience Hikurangi Guided Tours

Hikurangi is the sacred non-volcanic mountain of the Ngati Porou community, and an important icon which represents their tribal homeland, wherever they live in the world. In fact, many from the tribe will travel to Hikurangi as a pilgrimage to …

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August 07, 2016

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Learn New Zealand History during a Leisurely Gisborne Walkabout
Gisborne walkabout adventure

Gisborne is one of the best places for a leisurely walkabout in New Zealand. While you can start anywhere along the trail, the best place to begin your Gisborne walkabout is at the Gisborne Information Centre (209 Grey St.). This …

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July 31, 2016

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