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For 20 years, the City New Life Church has been meeting in the historic former Majestic theatre. There is seating for 1100 people in the two-tiered auditorium, which often plays host to seminars and conferences.The church plays... more
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Generations of Cantabrians (locals) have promenaded down the Esplanade, which overlooks this idyllic stretch of ocean, renowned for safe swimming and good surfing. Dominating this patrolled beach is Cave Rock, a protrusion of v... more
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Ralph Beth Downunder said
… blizzard (not much different than an Alberta blizzard). We drove to Sumner beach and enjoyed watching a… continue reading »
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The Heathcote Riding School offers horse treks and riding lessons for all ages and abilities. Disabled riders are welcome and ramps are provided for those requiring wheelchair access, although the owner says that these are best... more
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The quintessential cultural venue of the city is housed within grand Gothic revival buildings, and linked by a maze of courtyards. The buildings were gifted to the people of Christchurch in 1974 to use as a community arts centr... more
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The Christchurch Gondola may not have quite the same breathtaking impact as the Queenstown equivalent, but for unparalleled views westward over the city and the Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps, and for the full sw... more
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WorldWideWints said
… cereal, fruit and a cooked breakfast.We've been up the Christchurch gondola this morning to see… continue reading »
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The gothic stone buildings of Christ's College, New Zealand's oldest school, reflect Christchurch's strong early-settler links with England. First planned in 1850, this prestigious independent school has all the hallmarks of a... more
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Liz from NZ said
… to get anywhere. The traditional buildings of the arts center (which was the old university), Christ… continue reading »
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Orana Wildlife Park is an acclaimed conservation wildlife park, dedicated to saving many endangered species like the white rhino and cheetah. Time your visit to coincide with the animals' feeding time, including handfeeding the... more
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For many years, these superb hot pools, lying within easy driving distance of Christchurch, have been a popular retreat for Cantabrians and tourists alike. Soak in one of seven open-air thermal pools, gently graded from a pleas... more
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Coffee Culture is a specialty coffee house that roasts its own aromatic blend on the premises. Enjoy fine espressos and friendly service in bright, cheerful surroundings. Plenty of bar stools are perched by the window where you... more
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Christchurch Travel Experiences
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The Rest of New Zealand
Another Day, Another IslandNew Zealand consists of two major islands of approximately the same size. One island to the north and one to t... Continue reading »
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South Island - New Zealand (Part 2)
WARNING: Do not start reading this if you are in any way busy or important!! We apologise in advance because this is quite long... but we... Continue reading »
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Back to tranquility
We decide that we should really look at Christchurch City Centre, so drive in. It is all very strange, with old beautiful buildings... Continue reading »
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Christchurch
Christchurch is a beautiful English-style city, lots of old stone buildings and cobblestone streets with a cathedral to top it off (altho... Continue reading »
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New Zealand - Akaroa and Christchurch
The drive back to Christchurch didn't get off to the best of starts. A stickler for rules and regulations, and known for hating 'bloody s... Continue reading »
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