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Rotorua is a beautiful city located on the Southern Shores of Lake Rotorua in the North Island of New Zealand about 3 hours drive from Auckland (234km) and only 457km from Wellington.
The name Rotorua comes from the native New Zealand language, Maori. The full name is Rotorua-nui-a-Kahu. Roto meaning lake and Rua meaning two, literally translated it means second lake. It was named by the Maori
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My Experience with Reading Travel Reviews to Book My Auckland Hotel
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In anticipation of an upcoming trip to Auckland, New Zealand (NZ) I was on the search for accommodation. With so many options to choose from - bed & breakfast, motels, lodges, serviced apartments and hotels (to name a few) - I eventually decided to choose Auckland hotel accommodation. Now my issue went from: What kind of accommodation do I want to stay in? to: Which provider do I choose?
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How To Get Last Minute Accommodation Rates for your Ski Trip to Queenstown
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So you’re off on a ski trip to New Zealand’s famous resort town – Queenstown? Well your accommodation options are endless – but in most cases your budget won’t be! One of the best ways to save on accommodation for your trip is to find last minute rates, this can save you up to 60% off the standard room rate.
So Where Do You Find These Rates?
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So Where Do You Find These Rates?
Generally you will only find these rates on websit Read More
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Making the Decision to Book Last Minute Rate Christchurch Hotels
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If you are wondering why anyone would wait until the last minute to book hotel accommodation in Christchurch (Chch), you aren't alone. To many the idea of booking just weeks away from your travel date seems utterly ridiculous.
Christchurch - the 'garden city' is one of the main cities in New Zealand and is a popular tourist destination. It is because of this that most people would advise you Read More
Christchurch - the 'garden city' is one of the main cities in New Zealand and is a popular tourist destination. It is because of this that most people would advise you Read More
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What To Look For When Booking Hotel Accommodation In Auckland New Zealand
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When choosing a hotel in New Zealand, a great starting point is to understand their star ratings. The Qualmark system in New Zealand and Australia has a star grading for accommodation and is New Zealand Tourism's official mark of quality :
- Basic acceptance is that a 1 star will meet the customers' minimum requirements - Basic, clean, and comfortable.
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- Basic acceptance is that a 1 star will meet the customers' minimum requirements - Basic, clean, and comfortable.
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Benefits of Booking a Ski Trip in Christchurch & Staying at a Local Hotel
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If you plan on going skiing for a weekend in the South Island of New Zealand you might like to consider going to Mt Hutt located at the foot of the Southern Alps around 2086m above sea level and approximately 90 minutes drive from Christchurch (Chch).
Mt Hutt is one of the many popular ski destinations in the South Island, along with Coronet Peak, Cadrona and The Remarkables near Queenstown. Read More
Mt Hutt is one of the many popular ski destinations in the South Island, along with Coronet Peak, Cadrona and The Remarkables near Queenstown. Read More
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How to Save on Hotel Accommodation & Enjoy the Free Things to do in Wellington
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Wellington is New Zealand's capital city and has so much to offer. Surrounded by rolling hills and a stunning harbour from where you can catch a ferry to Nelson in the South Island.
From central Wellington, Lower Hutt is 15 minute drive North East of Wellington with fantastic recreational opportunities like running, mountain biking and horse trekking. Upper Hutt is a further 15 minutes from We Read More
From central Wellington, Lower Hutt is 15 minute drive North East of Wellington with fantastic recreational opportunities like running, mountain biking and horse trekking. Upper Hutt is a further 15 minutes from We Read More
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Booking Your Hotel Accommodation At The Last Minute Can Save You Money
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Many accommodation providers such as hotels, motels and serviced apartments often have a percentage of their rooms remain unsold in the normal course of business. They sometimes refer to these rooms as "distressed inventory" available at a discounted price. This allows them to realise revenue that would not normally be received. Rooms made available on websites could be discounted by as much as 6
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