Thursday, March 10, 2011

Global Travel: Five of the Best Beauty Spots in New Zealand

By Becky Padmore


New Zealand is a fabulous country and one of the world's top global travel destinations attracting many holiday makers and backpackers each year. Many visitors seek the natural beautiful areas that New Zealand is famous for. Here are five New Zealand Beauty spots you shouldn't miss:

1. Rotorua - Rotorua sits on the shores of Lake Rotorua of New Zealand. There are several other lakes nearby. Along with the geothermal wonders, there are also the more usual water activities such as fishing and boating. Rotorua is built over a geothermal hot spot. There are numerous natural vents, hot pools and other geothermal features in and around the city. The eruptions of steam make for a fantastic sight, just don't forget to bring your camera!

2. The Bay of Plenty - The Bay of Plenty is a region of New Zealand on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. This region takes in the full sweep of the coastline from Lottin Point in the east, to Waihi Beach in the west. In terms of adventure, local specialities include tours of the marine volcano White Island, blokarting (land sailing), sky diving and dolphin encounters. Or if you're looking for pampering and relaxation, hot pools and spas can be found in many locations.

3. Milford Sound - The famous fjord located on New Zealand's South Island is a spectacular sight. Here you will find waterfalls cascading from sheer rock faces rising 1,200 metres or more from the sea, lush rain forests clinging precariously to the cliffs, and the seals, penguins and dolphins that frequent the waters. Milford Sound is one of the wettest places in New Zealand however the rain creates gorgeous treats for visitors with dozens of temporary waterfalls created both at Milford Sound and along the Milford Road.

4. Punakaiki - Punakaiki is a small town located on the West Coast, and is the service centre for the Paparoa National Park. Punakaiki is best known for its Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. It is also the centre for Paparoa National Park, which features 30,000 hectares of diverse landscape from mountain tops, rainforest and rugged beaches at sea level. It's easy to see why Punakaiki is one of the major tourist attractions on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. There are plenty of hikes in this area, as well as surfing spots and limestone caves to explore.

5. Mount Cook - Mount Cook is the highest mountain in New Zealand, reaching a height of 3,754 metres (12,316 ft) it lies in the Southern Alps, the mountain range which runs the length of the South Island. It's a very popular tourist destination because it's such a beautiful sight, it is also a favourite challenge for mountain climbers.




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