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Blenheim is boring, The Sounds are overdeveloped
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Has potential to be another Abel Tasman
4 Reviews and 28 Opinions nice & clean dorms, friendly staff free breakfast, hot spa
1 Review and 7 Opinions I did not stay here, but it's right in the centre of Picton. Not sure how the cost compares to other...
1 Review and 69 Opinions After a week of youth hostels, Hotel d'Urville felt like a dream. I stayed in the Pacific Room,...
pepples46 Says: of course I like the Kiwi too, but from my early encounter with the Tuatara, this little Fossil had realy stolen my heart.some facts:the Tuatara is protected by...
The Clansman: The best mussels in New Zealand!
JohanIsWeg Says: The small town of Havelock near where the Pelorus River dumps into Mahau Sound is known as the mussel capital of the world. If that is so, The Clansman must...
JohanIsWeg Says: As you enter Havelock on SH6 from Blenheim, turn right on Mahakipawa Rd, which becomes Queen Charlotte Drive. About three minutes (or 3.5km) up the road, turn...
JohanIsWeg Says: Due to limited time, we visited three Marlborough wineries, of which the last – Cloudy Bay – was the most contradictory: the bouquet of an outstanding Pinot...
JohanIsWeg Says: Due to limited time, we selected three Marlborough wineries, of which the second – Allan Scott – was the most aesthetically pleasing. The cellar door staff...
Tipping a Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc tipple
JohanIsWeg Says: The Marlborough Wine Region with more than 130 wineries is New Zealand's largest wine producing region turning out 79% of the country's total wine production....
fishandchips Says: The ferry sails often and can get you there and back to Wellington in a day. You can take your vehicle or just jump on yourself - public transport in Wellington...
pepples46 Says: I travelled mostly in Busses or with fellow travellers who had bought a Car here in NZ. when you arrive by Ferry, you can obtain information right there or at...
pepples46 Says: the area is an ideal place to learn to relax again....nature will make you sit still, but if that is not your cup of tea, then your are a little off the beaten...
Titirangi Farm Park: Very remote
didgeridorien Says: This is actually a sheep farm, so make sure you lock the gate when you come in. The campground is near Titirangi Bay, one of the best beaches around. The...
kris-t Says: These depart daily and private charter is available. Let The Sounds Connection guide you so you can have a relaxing day.sure you have a fun, relaxed and...
fishandchips Says: This is a bit of an experience with the Bridge being very old & one way. There are traffic lights controlling the crossings so not big issues there but expect...
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Picton is a busy little Town,the South Island Terminal for the Cook Straight you have to ship in for Wellington or get off the Ferry from the North to the...
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Q: Hello i have the choice of flying to either of these two towns, to pick up my campervan - but i am heading to Kaikoura for 3.00 in...
A: I would recommend flying to Blenheim. There is nothing special between P and B. (although otherwise you might see a glimpse of the sounds). Take a look in one of the...
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Rapaura Rd gets you to the start of Marlboroughs wines. Hunters is the first stop then on to the likes of Mudhouse and Huia. Hunters is great with plenty of good wine but the other two are a bit...
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The Marlborough region is situated on the north-eastern corner of the South Island, due west of Wellington. Marlborough is New Zealand’s largest grape growing and wine making region with 65 wineries,...
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The Marborough region is a region of contrasts. One side is bordered by the Richmond Ranges, the other by the azure sea. From the coast near Blenheim you can see the southern tip of the North Island,...
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Marlborough is New Zealand's biggest wine region in terms of hectares planted. Most are based around the city of Blenheim at the top of the South Island and many of these offer tastings and tours as...
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The Marlborough Sounds are known for the bays, islands and coves , that were formed after the ice age. You can do some walking tracks there.
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