New Zealand is a small country, similar in size to Great Britain or Japan. With a population of only four million people it’s also gloriously uncrowded.
New Zealand has a rich and fascinating history, reflecting our Maori heritage dating back 700 years and European settlement in the late 18th century.
Amazing Maori historic sites and taonga (treasures) are a contrast to many beautiful colonial buildings. A walk around any New Zealand city today shows what a culturally diverse and fascinating country we have become.
Exploring New Zealand’s magnificent landscape and coastline tops the list for many. If adventure is your game, there’s a long list of thrilling activities to get your blood racing. Or if it’s a relaxing holiday you’re after, hot pools, vineyards and cultural attractions will keep you entertained.
Visit New Zealand’s national parks if you want to discover the natural soul of the land. The real gems of this country, the national parks preserve the natural heritage, forests, wildlife and landscapes, close to – and in some cases, exactly – as it was before man was here.
It’s here in New Zealand that you’ll experience things you never thought possible. New Zealand’s mix of spectacular landscapes, cosmopolitan cities, and Maori culture offer a diverse range of unforgettable experiences, all delivered with the laid-back, friendly Kiwi hospitality.
Hike through lush rainforests near glaciers, soak in geothermal hot pools surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and relax on perfect white sand beaches that stretch for miles. End each perfect day indulging in award-winning cuisine paired with wine from local vineyards.
A decade after the release of The Lord of the Rings trilogy, fans continue to travel to New Zealand to experience the mountains, lakes, rivers and plains that formed the magical landscape of Middle-earth.
Home-stay accommodation in a New Zealand home is always comfortable, with friendly hosts who are happy to introduce you to friends and other locals.
Home-stays are an excellent choice if it’s your first visit to New Zealand and you want a little of the comforts of home, with the added benefits of hosts to help with information on what to see and how to get around.
You share all domestic facilities with the family, and you eat meals together, too, often including dinner. Homestay hosts are naturally genial characters and your stay with them will be enjoyably social.
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Travel Leaders is located on Cinema Drive in the heart of the valley just west of Stone Fire Grill. For more information, call 661-254-7278 or email scv@ytc.com