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This famously relaxed cafe, on the coast road near the suburb of Seatoun, is one of Wellington's best-kept secrets. It is perfect on a weekday when the sun is shining and the winds calm. The excellent coffee, expansive sea view... more
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Andy & Meg said
… in the charmingly quirky Chocolate Fish Cafe where the cast used to hang out when living in the nearby lovely… continue reading »
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If riding waves by board or body, or just jumping in them, is what you like then this is the beach to head for. With a breakwater at one end to create waves for riding, rocks at the other end for clambering over and safe swimmi... more
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Wellington Zoo is renowned for its work with endangered species, such as the Sumatran tiger, chimpanzee, white-cheeked gibbon, and Malayan sun bear. It's also the only place in the capital to see the famous brown kiwi (t... more
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AmyGargis said
… to go to the Wellington Zoo for the day. The zoo was so wonderful! We got to see kangaroos, kiwi… continue reading »
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Two 28-foot luxury Davidson yachts are available to take you for a cruise around one of the world's most beautiful harbours. Each cruise at Dolphin Sailing Academy takes eight people on a two-three hours tour of all the picture... more
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This great Irish bar, located in the heart of Wellingon's entertainment district, is loved by every one for its rocking music and its cheap, hearty lunches. Live bands play most nights, and good Irish fare to suit all budgets i... more
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Louisefitz said
… had a great time. We had to, of course, start out our night at the Molly Malone, it being Mary… continue reading »
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A short drive around Wellington's eastern bays brings you to a sheltered beach that at one end, below the cliff, offers sheltered swimming and sunbathing and at the other offers a popular dive entry point. Experienced and not s... more
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Nestled amongst the trees on Wellington's rugged southern coastline, The Pines is one of the most innovative and pleasurable cabarets in New Zealand. Always a showcase for local talent, whether it is opera, pop, or indigenous M... more
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Watch the fishing boats come and go, from one of Wellington's most well-known and easily accessed bays. With a small island jutting out in the middle, divers, swimmers and small boats, this lovely bay is ideal for all ages. It... more
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Somes Island is accessible by Ferry. Matiu, as it is known in Maori, is the largest of the three islands anchored in the inner harbour and certainly the most interesting geologically and historically. Amongst the flourishing pr... more
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Mount Cook Travel Experiences
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Day 19
We woke around 09:30 & after applying LOTS of after sun we headed towards Palmerston North & Wellington. aiming to ma... Continue reading »
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North Island Road Trip!
We had finished work, we had packed up, we had prepped the van, we had said our goodbyes to Kris and Andrea, we were on the road at las... Continue reading »
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Exploring Wellington
We caught a shuttle bus to the airport for our 2:30pm flight to Wellington. While we waited at the airport we wrote our parents and grand... Continue reading »
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Becks in Wellywood
Now I knew David Beckham had taken over Hollywood but what I didn't know was that Beckham mania would be sweeping through Wellington for... Continue reading »
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New Zealand - Wellington
Waving a fond farewell to Top 10 Taupo we headed for the vineyards of Masterton and Martinbrough and looked forward to a couple more days... Continue reading »
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