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Hanmer Springs

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February 29th 2008
Is a nice little ski village in winter, but just now relies on its thermal springs for revenue. Popular with tourists and locals, its provided us with 2 days relaxation, lazing about in pools of various temperature. There are also more exciting things to do, which Alex has found!! The village could be in UK apart from the surrounding hills - the trees are just like home!!! Anyway, lets do the pho ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Christchurch

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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more