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Christchurch

ALL ABOARD! Enjoy a trip through the changing face of Christchurch’s city centre by tram or double-decker bus.

What's new with you Christchurch?

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On Christchurch’s iconic trams, you'll learn about landmarks and local sights. Departing from Cathedral Junction, it takes in 17 stops including the Avon River, Cashel Mall, the Arts Centre, Canterbury Museum, New Regent St and Cathedral Square. The Christchurch tram is the only restaurant tram in New Zealand, which means you can incorporate a delicious dinner with your sightseeing tour. THE AVON LOOP Discover another side of central Christchurch with the new pedestrian and cyclefriendly sections of the Avon Loop. This newly refurbished route takes walkers and riders 11km through the city alongside the Avon/Ōtakaro River, enhanced by plants, lighting and kayak entry points to the river.

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HE PUNA TAIMOANA Hot pools on the New Brighton sand dunes? Yes please! These extra high-spec hot saltwater baths opened May 2020 and feature five outdoor pools ranging in temperature from 26°C to 40°C, a plunge pool and steam room. Even the floors of the changing rooms are heated. There’s

also an on-site café with views of the gorgeous coastline. THE WELDER A handful of converted industrial buildings make up The Welder, a funky, modern destination where local products and good food are king. Check out Grizzly Bakery for the tastiest doughnuts in town.

UPRISING BOULDERING GYM The next revolution in indoor climbing and the best thing to do on a rainy day. Introducing bouldering: low-height climbing that doesn’t use ropes. Uprising on Ferry Rd is one of the biggest facilities of its kind in the world and also boasts a kids’ zone, pizzeria and bar.

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There's nowhere like Kaikōura

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Experience the Alpine Pacific Touring Route

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Welcome to Canterbury

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6 must-do experiences in Haast

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page 39

On the ice in Glacier Country

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page 38

Make the most of Hokitika

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pages 36-37

8 reasons to fall for Hokitika

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Spend the day in Greymouth

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page 33

The best of Central West Coast

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Welcome to the Mid Canterbury District

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See & Do in Akaroa

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Top places in Mackenzie District

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What to do in Waimate

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Wish you were here... Timaru

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7 Great Things to do in Geraldine

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Explore South Canterbury

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pages 58-59

Maximise your Christchurch visit

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pages 79-82

Thrills & Spills in Murchison

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pages 26-27

Abel Tasman National Park: 3 ways

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Hungry for Selwyn District

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pages 56-57

Neat places to wine and dine in Christchurch

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Come on! Let's get cultured!

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What's new with you Christchurch?

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Tasman District is heaven

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11 reasons to love Christchurch

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Christchurch Garden City

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PICTURESQUE Banks Peninsula

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Escape to the sun in Nelson Tasman & Golden Bay

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Akaroa is where it's at

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Something for everyone in Hanmer Springs

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pages 51-53

Make the most of Blenheim

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Pretty as Picton

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Explore the wild West Coast

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What's the big deal with Marlborough?

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Five great reasons to visit the wonderful Waimakariri District

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