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Akaroa and the Banks Peninsula
Sheep graze almost to the water's edge in the many small bays indenting the coastline of Banks Peninsula, the nub that juts into the Pacific east of Christchurch. On the southern side of the peninsula... (more) -
Arthur's Pass
Arthur's Pass straddles the Main Divide (the midline of the Alps) and is the major mid-island corridor to the West Coast. The route was first surveyed by Arthur Dudley Dobson during the 1860s as European... (more) -
Christchurch
Your initial impression of Christchurch will likely be one of a genteel, green city. But the face of Christchurch is changing, fueled by both internal and international immigration. The Maori community... (more) -
Geraldine
For years, this pretty town has been a favorite stop on the road to Aoraki/Mt. Cook; these days, it's becoming a magnet in southern Canterbury for art mavens and foodies.... (more) -
Hanmer Springs
People used to come to Hanmer Springs to chill out with quiet soaks in the hot pools and to take gentle forest walks; but things have been changing fast. The number of boutiques and restaurants has doubled... (more) -
Lyttelton
Lyttelton, a busy port town, was the arrival point for many of the early Canterbury settlers. The Canterbury Pilgrims' landing place is marked by a rock near the road entrance to the port. Those who came... (more) -
Methven
Methven's main claim to fame is as a ski town—it's the closest town to Mt. Hutt, which does not allow accommodation on its slopes. If you happen to be here in summer, don't be put off by the empty... (more) -
Timaru
Timaru, whose name comes from the Maori Te Maru (shelter), began life as two towns, one called Government Town and the other Rhodestown. The two towns met at George Street and merged in 1868. As Timaru's... (more) -
Waipara Valley
Once known for its hot, dry summers and sheep ranches, the Waipara Valley is now an established vineyard area. The local Riesling, chardonnay, and sauvignon blanc are particularly good. Sheltered from... (more)
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