Introduction

In recent years new Zealand has been punching well above its weight and demanding to be noticed. Its movies, music, wine and clean, green image have been kicking goals around the world, and people are paying attention in ways the country never dreamed possible. this small, remote nation, with a population of only 3.8 million, now hosts 2.4 million international visitors each year. and you’d be hard-pressed  to find one that has left nZ’s shores disappointed. When your holiday is over, you’ll take home memories of superb hospitality, first-class food and wine, and a smorgasbord of outdoor activities, as mild or as mad as you wished them to be. and there’ll be no forgetting the natural beauty. one trip will not be enough.