New Zealand [antikvár]

Introduction Fresh open air, magnificent scenery and outdoor activities are the feature attractions of New Zealand. It's not a big country but for sheer variety it is hard to beat. New Zealand's got everything, from sandy beaches and rugged coastlines to calm green meadows and ominously smoking volcanoes; from flat plains and placid lakes to high snow-capped moimtains and bubbling hot mud pools. There are even icy glaciers that creep right down into sub-tropical rainforests. There are cities too, but they pall beside the natural wonders. New Zealanders are friendly, easy going and helpful. Getting around is a breeze as there's lots of public transport and hitchhiking is reasonably easy. Finding places to stay is also no problem and generally won't empty your wallet too fast, although it's an idea to book ahead if you arrive somewhere in the high season. The food is fresh and there's plenty of it and these days even the wine can be excellent. It's a great country for travellers. THE BIG 10 There are so many superb physical features in NZ that you find yourself taking the beauty of the country for granted after a while. But if I had to pick 10 'not to be missed sights or things to do in New Zealand' here's what they'd be: 1 - Bay of Islands and Waipoua Kauri Forest, Northland. This is the historic meeting point of New Zealand's European and Maori cultures and an area of great natural beauty. r I RIAN JAY/ A KAFIJR A SEA ^ SOLOMON ^ ev. ISLANDS PAPUA NEW GUINEA *«•' OVANUATU -V WESTERN SAMOA OTONGA