Paraglide Queenstown

Stunning New Zealand

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May 11th 2007
Its true what they say about New Zealand - it really is one of the most stunning places in the world. We seem to have unintentionally stumbled across this county at one of the prettiest times of year, autumn. All the trees are golden and red, and when the sun shines and the sky is blue it is literally breathtaking. Its fair to say that we are loving it here, we just wish we had more time. Our ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island

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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