New Zealand

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New Zealand is a country of rare seismic beauty: glacial mountains, fast-flowing rivers, deep, clear lakes, hissing geysers and boiling mud. There are also abundant native forests, long, deserted beaches and a variety of fauna, such as the kiwi, endemic to its shores.

Any number of vigorous outdoor activities - tramping (hiking), skiing, rafting and, of course, that perennial favorite, bungy jumping - await the adventurous. You can swim with dolphins, gambol with newborn lambs, whale-watch or fish for trout.

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Spotlight on South Island

New Zealand's South Island is simply spectacular, home to the country's signature sights: snow-capped mountains, rugged coastline, sheep-filled valleys - and nature lovers. If you love the great outdoors, you will love the South Island. Here are some highlights:

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Some of New Zealand's noteworthy cultural events include:

Summer City Program (January to February; Wellington), which is a series of festivals around the city; Wine Marlborough Festival (2nd weekend in February; Blenheim); New Zealand Festival (February, even-numbered years only; Wellington), an entire month of national and international culture. The Golden Shears Sheep-Shearing Contest (March; Masterton) is a must for lovers of sheep.

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TranzAlpine Rail Service

From USD $49.19

Tour the South Island in style. The TranzAlpine connects Christchurch and Greymouth, traveling from one coast of New Zealand to the other with amazing views the entire way.

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