A Tourists Guide To Auckland New Zealand
If you are thinking about a trip that will be both different and fascinating, think about Auckland, New Zealand. If you are ready for a travel adventure then Auckland is just the place for you.
Your first impression of Auckland may be one that involves the words green and clean. As you approach Auckland by air you will see a gorgeous seascape and forests of green. Pay attention as you drive from the airport and you will see real beauty. There are 46 volcanic hills covered with closely cropped grass, (this service is provided free-of-charge by the sheep who wander the area.)
Do you think of Auckland as a rather small city? Not so, the population of Auckland is over one million. Do you think of Auckland as a place that is rather quaint and behind the times? Again, not so! This city has caught up with the times and many of the shops remain open every day. The nightclubs are trendy and exciting places to be and they dont close early. The people of the area are a delightful mix of cultures. There are people of Asian, Polynesian, and European descent. You will never be bored in Auckland because there are so many different things going on. Look around and you will see people walking, on bikes and running. People love the water and their boats in Auckland. There are 102 beaches and over 70,000 sailboats and power crafts.
Part of the reason for the love of the water is the Waitemata Harbour. It is a gorgeous place and the name literally means, sea of sparkling waters which it is. The area underwent major redeveloping in 2000 after it took part in the Americas Cup. This regatta was a popular event and helped spur the redevelopment. The area is now called the Viaduct and it is a place where there are many popular restaurants, cafes and bars.
One of the greatest assets of Auckland is the Waitemata Harbour. This name means, sea of sparkling waters and the name fits this lovely harbor. In 2000 the city held its defense of the Americas Cup and the regatta helped a major redevelopment of the area begin. Viaduct is the name of the area now and some of the citys most popular cafes, restaurants and bars are located here.
Getting around in Auckland can be a little difficult because of the way the neighborhoods sprawl about. The city spreads out on both shores of Stanley Bay and Waitemata Harbour. The easiest way to maneuver the city is by car. Just remember you will be driving on the left side of the road. The first day or two you are in Auckland you may want to purchase a Link Pass or an Explorer Bus Pass. This will help you get acquainted with the city.
Ready for the wilds of Auckland? Visit Mt. Eden, sip wine at a winery and then journey on to Muriwai Beach. You can spend half a day taking a tour or you also have the choice of two day-long jaunts. There are even tours that are designed for those who want a comprehensive wine-tasting experience.
Wilderness tours are lots of fun and you can take a half-day tour or two day-long tours. When you take one of these tours you will visit the summit of Mt. Eden, stop at a winery and then travel on to Muriwai Beach. If you are really a fan of wineries you can book a tour that will involve wine tasting at 3 or 4 wineries in the area.
Different and fascinating? Visit Auckland!!
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Your first impression of Auckland may be one that involves the words green and clean. As you approach Auckland by air you will see a gorgeous seascape and forests of green. Pay attention as you drive from the airport and you will see real beauty. There are 46 volcanic hills covered with closely cropped grass, (this service is provided free-of-charge by the sheep who wander the area.)
Do you think of Auckland as a rather small city? Not so, the population of Auckland is over one million. Do you think of Auckland as a place that is rather quaint and behind the times? Again, not so! This city has caught up with the times and many of the shops remain open every day. The nightclubs are trendy and exciting places to be and they dont close early. The people of the area are a delightful mix of cultures. There are people of Asian, Polynesian, and European descent. You will never be bored in Auckland because there are so many different things going on. Look around and you will see people walking, on bikes and running. People love the water and their boats in Auckland. There are 102 beaches and over 70,000 sailboats and power crafts.
Part of the reason for the love of the water is the Waitemata Harbour. It is a gorgeous place and the name literally means, sea of sparkling waters which it is. The area underwent major redeveloping in 2000 after it took part in the Americas Cup. This regatta was a popular event and helped spur the redevelopment. The area is now called the Viaduct and it is a place where there are many popular restaurants, cafes and bars.
One of the greatest assets of Auckland is the Waitemata Harbour. This name means, sea of sparkling waters and the name fits this lovely harbor. In 2000 the city held its defense of the Americas Cup and the regatta helped a major redevelopment of the area begin. Viaduct is the name of the area now and some of the citys most popular cafes, restaurants and bars are located here.
Getting around in Auckland can be a little difficult because of the way the neighborhoods sprawl about. The city spreads out on both shores of Stanley Bay and Waitemata Harbour. The easiest way to maneuver the city is by car. Just remember you will be driving on the left side of the road. The first day or two you are in Auckland you may want to purchase a Link Pass or an Explorer Bus Pass. This will help you get acquainted with the city.
Ready for the wilds of Auckland? Visit Mt. Eden, sip wine at a winery and then journey on to Muriwai Beach. You can spend half a day taking a tour or you also have the choice of two day-long jaunts. There are even tours that are designed for those who want a comprehensive wine-tasting experience.
Wilderness tours are lots of fun and you can take a half-day tour or two day-long tours. When you take one of these tours you will visit the summit of Mt. Eden, stop at a winery and then travel on to Muriwai Beach. If you are really a fan of wineries you can book a tour that will involve wine tasting at 3 or 4 wineries in the area.
Different and fascinating? Visit Auckland!!
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