Nov 6th, 2009 at 11:30AM:
Queenstown is a seemingly quaint town that resides in the shadow of the Southern Alps on New Zealand's South Island. Walking its streets, one could easily mistake it for Boulder, Colorado. But like the American town that it resembles, Queenstown's quiet appearance belies an adventurous spirit that pervades the people and activities that make this hamlet a popular tourist destination all year ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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In the Corner of the World: Queenstown
Nov 6th, 2009 at 11:30AM:
Queenstown is a seemingly quaint town that resides in the shadow of the Southern Alps on New Zealand's South Island. Walking its streets, one could easily mistake it for Boulder, Colorado. But like the American town that it resembles, Queenstown's quiet appearance belies an adventurous spirit that pervades the people and activities that make this hamlet a popular tourist destination all year ...In the Corner of the World: Fox Glacier
Nov 5th, 2009 at 1:30PM:
The thought of hiking a glacier evokes images of arctic expeditions involving months of travel and thousands of dollars worth of gear. You don't expect anyone to ever describe a trip to a glacier as "convenient" or the hike as "leisurely." But leave it to New Zealand to do everything differently, including seemingly arduous outdoor activities. New Zealand's Fox Glacier is one of the world's ...In the Corner of the World: TranzAlpine Train
Nov 4th, 2009 at 11:30AM:
Railway travel just isn't what it used to be. Gone are the fastidiously dressed conductors checking their pocket watches before yelling, "All aboard!" Gone, too, are the eager young porters loading trunks into the luxury cars of well-heeled travelers. It's the era of air travel and checked baggage fees, and we may all be worse off because of it. Sure. you can still take trains domestically and ...In the Corner of the World: In & Around Auckland
Nov 3rd, 2009 at 11:30AM:
With a population of around 1.5 million people, Auckland is no bustling metropolis. Heck, it's not even the capital of New Zealand (go ahead, look it up - I'll wait). It is, however, the country's largest city and the hub for most international flights coming into the country. For Americans flying from Los Angeles and San Francisco, it is their first taste of Kiwi culture (though not kiwi birds). ...In the corner of the world: So, you want to go to New Zealand
May 1st, 2009 at 12:00PM: Inspired by Gadling's recent dispatches from the South Pacific? It's not as far away or as difficult a trip as you think. With a strong dollar, good competition on flights and a warm culture, there are plenty of reasons to grab the kids, skip church and head New Zealand right now. We'll help you out with logistics right here: When should I go? Since New Zealand is in the southern hemisphere, ...In the Corner of the World - With the wind in your sails
Apr 29th, 2009 at 10:30AM: Over the next few weeks here at Gadling, we'll be bringing you updates from our recent travels across New Zealand - in the process, we hope to offer a range of perspectives about what visiting this truly unique and fascinating country is all about. You can read previous entries HERE. It's no secret that New Zealand breeds some of the best sailors on the planet. With serious players in every large ...In the Corner of the World - Struggles of the modern Maori
Apr 28th, 2009 at 9:30AM: Over the next few weeks here at Gadling, we'll be bringing you updates from our recent travels across New Zealand - in the process, we hope to offer a range of perspectives about what visiting this truly unique and fascinating country is all about. You can read previous entries HERE. After more than 24 hours of travel, I arrived in Auckland, New Zealand. It was the longest amount of time that I ...In the Corner of the World - It ain't easy being a kiwi
Apr 27th, 2009 at 10:30AM: Over the next few weeks here at Gadling, we'll be bringing you updates from our recent travels across New Zealand - in the process, we hope to offer a range of perspectives about what visiting this truly unique and fascinating country is all about. You can read previous entries HERE. What is it about a place that truly makes it unique? Is it one of a kind outdoor spaces? Quirky cities? Perhaps ...In the Corner of the World - The Bay of Plenty
Apr 24th, 2009 at 10:30AM:
Over the next few weeks here at Gadling, we'll be bringing you updates from our recent travels across New Zealand - in the process, we hope to offer a range of perspectives about what visiting this truly unique and fascinating country is all about. You can read previous entries HERE. I arrived in the Bay of Plenty fresh off several days relaxing in the Bay of Islands. Now, don't be fooled. Not ...In the Corner of the World - Cold and glowing vs. hot and bubbly
Apr 23rd, 2009 at 9:00AM: Over the next few weeks here at Gadling, we'll be bringing you updates from our recent travels across New Zealand - in the process, we hope to offer a range of perspectives about what visiting this truly unique and fascinating country is all about. You can read previous entries HERE. You're standing on the edge of a ledge. Covered head-to-toe in a neoprene wetsuit, purple short-shorts and giant ...In the Corner of the World - Where hitchhikers are welcome
Apr 22nd, 2009 at 9:00AM: Over the next few weeks here at Gadling, we'll be bringing you updates from our recent travels across New Zealand - in the process, we hope to offer a range of perspectives about what visiting this truly unique and fascinating country is all about. You can read previous entries HERE. We picked up Kevin near Springs Junction, nearly 200 kilometers southeast of Picton, New Zealand, standing on the ...In the Corner of the World - Bay of Islands
Apr 21st, 2009 at 10:30AM:
Over the next few weeks here at Gadling, we'll be bringing you updates from our recent travels across New Zealand - in the process, we hope to offer a range of perspectives about what visiting this truly unique and fascinating country is all about. You can read previous entries HERE. I arrived in Paihia after a four-hour bus ride north from Auckland. I'd spent that time staring out the window ...New Zealand - Welcome to the corner of the world
Apr 20th, 2009 at 9:00AM: Starting this week, Gadling will be bringing you updates from our recent travels across New Zealand, the "corner of the world." Make sure to check out all the entries in our ongoing series HERE. Upon stepping off the plane in New Zealand, I found myself staring intently at a large map of the world in the airport lobby. Everything looked about normal: there was Central America, snaking its way ...
