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วันอังคารที่ 27 กรกฎาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Arcade Golf Games

Arcade games are quite popular, including sports games like rugby, basketball, golf, etc. Such games focus more towards faster game plays and high scores, adding to their competitive nature.

Arcade golf games make a great sales tool for trade show contests, parties, corporate events and even putting practice. They even boast of realistic sounds and running commentary. They come fully equipped with a golf course graphic screen, PVC golf balls and tethered balls, electronic mat, a putting hole, putting green mat, tee, electronic module and flag. All you will have to do is get the clubs.

The Golden Tee is one such golf arcade game phenomenon. It has rivaled the pool table and the dartboard as a popular bar game. Since it is a coin-operated game, the money it makes goes to the distributor. The trajectory of the ball, usage of the backspin and controls to increase your shot accuracy can all be found in such golf arcade games. Some enthusiasts, who can afford to, also buy and keep such games at home. If they are married, then all they need is an extremely supportive and understanding spouse! The electronic golf arcade games need batteries to run, though they are not included in the package itself. You can buy them online or otherwise. These games have options for single or multi-player tournaments. Some have ticket dispensers, coin mechanisms or a free play mode. They also have built-in wheels, which makes them easily portable. The PGA Tour Golf 2006 Challenge Home Edition is an awesome design which even allows you to tee off during your choice of dawn, dusk or midday, with effects like fog and rain which actually affect the game. Everything is incredibly detailed, from the waterfalls and trees to the dimples on the ball. You can even make the golfer look like you or your best friend!

Such versions of these arcade games give you an experience of unparalleled reality and remarkable play at that.

วันเสาร์ที่ 24 กรกฎาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Discount Florida Hotels

If you are on a limited budget tour to Florida and do not want to settle for a sleazy motel which rents room at dirt cheap rates but is situated at a downtown part of the city, then discount hotels are your next best option.

With the option of discount hotels you can get rooms for as low as $50 per night even on a twin sharing basis. Some of the high end hotels situated in the posh areas of the city also offer huge discounts. If you are lucky enough then some of the discounts can even go up to as much as 70% of the regular rates. However, these discount offers are at their best during the off seasons, when there are not that many tourists in the cities.

Your web browsing ability can help you find a decent deal which includes all the facilities provided by a five star hotel for as low as $75 a night. This may include a luxurious room, a swimming pool, complimentary meals and the facility to use the gymnasium.

While making these deals online one needs to be extremely cautious as a number of websites often display fraudulent information. They display photographs which are supposedly of the hotels at which you are making reservations but upon arrival, the actual hotel bears little resemblance to the one in the photographs.

It is a good idea to go through unbiased reviews posted by former customers before you make any reservations, otherwise you might discover that your vacation turns out to be quite disastrous. You might find that the room service is extremely slow, or your room might not even have the most basic facility of a shower. The food could be bad and there might be a number of other hidden expenses that surprise you only later in the bill.

So, for an experience which will leave you with fond memories, be sure to make your hotel reservations with extreme caution.

วันพุธที่ 21 กรกฎาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Planning a New Zealand Wine Vacation - Tour Lesser Known Wineries

In recent years New Zealand has become a popular destination for the world's wine buffs. The major wine regions of Marlborough and Hawke's Bay, and the neighboring areas of Wairarapa and Wellington, enjoy thousands of visitors every year.

But with stunning wineries stretching from the northernmost tip to the bottom of the South Island, why not explore them? Tourists will enjoy some amazing wine experiences if they dare to venture off the beaten track.

New Zealand may be a relatively new wine destination, but its most popular ports can tend to get crowded. It may seem appealing to visit New Zealand's largest wineries, but you may think twice when you're bumping elbows with other tasters at the bar. Contrast this with the serenity and personalized service of smaller vineyards, and you may be tempted to try the path less traveled.

If you're looking for this kind of relaxed wine vacation, there are a few New Zealand regions you may like to consider.

Northland is often overlooked by wine tourists. It's the smallest of New Zealand's wine regions, and its location on the northernmost tip of the North Island is a little out of the way. But it's worth the effort to visit this picturesque region.

Croatian immigrants planted New Zealand's first grape vines in Northland in 1819, but this region's wine industry all but died out until recently. Thanks to current interest in New Zealand's wines, the area has enjoyed a resurgence.

The beautiful coastal districts of Kaitaia, Bay of Islands, and Whagarei make up the Northland wine region. It enjoys New Zealand's warmest weather which makes it the perfect place to grow cabernet sauvignon, merlot, and chardonnay grapes, and to attract sun loving travelers.

A journey on the Northland Food and Wine Trail is the perfect way for gastronomes to experience all this region has to offer. The 74 food and wine experiences on the trail are all clearly signposted to help travelers find their way. Many stops like Ake Ake Winery, Omata Estate, and Cottle Hill Winery combine excellent wine and fine food for a truly indulgent experience.

For the ultimate foodie's delight, consider visiting Northland in September. Every year wineries and restaurant join together for The Northland Lunch, an annual degustation meal featuring amazing dishes created with fresh local produce and matched with the perfect Northland wines.

Central Otago is one of New Zealand's fastest growing wine regions, but few international tourists ever make it far enough south to see it. It's a shame, because this beautiful mountainous area is paradise for wine lovers.

Central Otago is famous for elegant pinot noirs, but it's also worth sampling the chardonnays, sauvignon blancs, rieslings, pinot grigios, and gewürztraminers. You'll find wonderful examples of these varieties at Felton Road Wines, Peregrine Wines, and Two Paddocks, the winery owned by movie star Sam Neill.

Central Otago is conveniently located near New Zealand's adventure capital, Queenstown. Bungy jumping, skydiving, kayaking, and hang-gliding are huge industries here, and the perfect way to get the adrenalin pumping. Wine tasting in the nearby Gibbston Valley is the ideal complement to these heart-racing activities. Or venture further away from the city to explore vineyards at Wanaka, Alexandra, and the Cromwell Basin.

Central Otago's food and wine is celebrated with an annual festival in February. Enjoy award-winning wines and tasty treats while soaking up the sounds of local jazz bands. The beautiful surroundings of the Queenstown Gardens make this festival a must see for locals and tourists alike.

New Zealand's wine industry is thriving, from the north to the south. So don't just focus on the big names in New Zealand's heart. There are unexpected joys to experience by wine tourists that dare to be different.

วันจันทร์ที่ 12 กรกฎาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Britain's Top 10 Picnic Spots

In the hope of a sunny August (fingers crossed, touch wood etc), here's a list of Britain's top picnic spots, as recommended by the Waitrose website.

1. Mottisfont Abbey Garden (Near Romsey, Hampshire)
Though Mottisfont's pride - the National Collection of Old-Fashioned Roses - tends to be at its best in July, this year's weird weather may have delayed their bloom somewhat. Even if you miss the roses' prime, you will enjoy the gorgeous gardens and the beautiful house. Perfect for an evening's Jane Austen re-enactment...

2. Bodiam Castle (Near Robertsbridge, East Sussex)
If you prefer Monty Python to Jane Austen - this castle is for you! It featured in the Python film The Holy Grail and boasts a splendidly well-preserved medieval castle complete with moat, battlements and all the trimmings. "Niiii!".

3. Fountains Abbey (Fountains Ripon, N. Yorkshire)
A treat for the whole family! Borrow monks' robes on site and join the "It's a monk's life" tour of this World Heritage Site.

4. Stourhead (Near Mere, Wiltshire)
Wander through the renowned landscape garden and enjoy your picnic by the lake with a backdrop of temples and rare trees. If you're feeling energetic after lunch, climb King Alfred's Tower and enjoy the magnificent view.

5. Avebury (Near Marlborough, Wiltshire)
This is one of Europe's most impressive prehistoric stone circles - it even predates Stonehenge! Speculate about what the site was originally used for... and walk where centuries of lovers have walked before you. If you're feeling didactic, there's an interactive museum to enjoy.

6. Lyme Park (Near Diesly, Stockport, Chesire)
What girl can forget the scene in Pride and Prejudice (the 'real' BBC version) where Colin Firth emerges from the water? Well, Lyme Park is where it was filmed! With 1,400 acres of parkland to choose from, you're bound to find your perfect picnic spot to play at being Mr Darcy and Lizzie Bennett.

7. Wimpole Home Farm (Arrington, Royston, Cambridgeshire)
This is one for the animal lovers! The working farm specialises in rare breeds of sheep, goats, cows and horses from the 1700s. The perfect spot for a traditional farmhouse picnic, followed by meetings with Shire horses and lambs. This spot is a favourite with families as there's plenty to keep kids entertained.

8. Stowe Landscape Gardens (Buckingham, Buckinghamshire)
This is a picnickers dream - with over forty monuments, temples and secret nooks to explore you are guaranteed to find a secluded spot that suits your taste. The banks of the Octagon Lake near Palladian Bridge are a particular favourite.

9. Dinefwr Park & Castle (Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire)
A medieval castle, a park with deer, and bog woods - now that's what I call picnic perfect! Newton House, dating back to 1660, is open Thursday-Monday throughout the summer.

10. Morden Hall (Morden, Surrey)
This proves that you don't have to go far from London to feel as though you have! Explore meadow, wetlands, waterways and an exquisite Rose Garden. The latter is in bloom all summer and holds over 2000 plants.

วันศุกร์ที่ 9 กรกฎาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Enjoying a Cornwall Holiday - Rain Or Shine

Each year, more than 5 million visitors flock to Cornwall to enjoy the attractions in warm weather. There are however days when rains displace the regular sunshine. The opposite coasts always seem to present the best of either ends. You can very well expect the north coast to be rainy when the south coast is sunny (and vice versa).

When you stay in a holiday cottage instead of a regular hotel or a backpacking hostel, you have the option to cross the peninsula and visit areas that sport just your kind of weather condition. Alternately, you can stay put and make an effort to relish every moment of your Cornish holiday - whatever your age, whatever the weather and wherever you are. Here are some attractions in Cornwall that let you do just that:

Kiddie Fun

Goonhilly Downs is the site of the world's biggest satellite stations. Here you and the kids can get interactive fun by learning about Cold War technology and the latest iPhone features. A guided tour will educate you on how the Goonhilly earth station transmits visual images of events on this planet and beyond, including but not limited to the first moon landings, the pioneering live coverage of the Olympics as well as an all-original concert called Live Aid. The interactive zones are guaranteed to blow your mind. You and the youngsters will need hours to digest everything from this visit.

Royal Cornwall Museum always has something of interest for both the curious and the lovers of history. The museum is known to be the most prestigious and the oldest in the lot, giving you a detailed preview of Cornish history beginning with the Stone Age and onwards. You can also see some fascinating exhibits including those of an Egyptian mummy and some excellent ceramics. If you come to Cornwall on a budget, do not miss visiting this museum. Admission comes at the sweet price of nothing.

The Flambards Experience offers not only fun rides but a variety of indoor exhibitions as well. Once you are inside the place, you will forget about the inclement weather outside. Some highly recommended exhibits that will please both young and old include the Exploratorium, the Aviation Experience, the Victorian Village and Memory Lane.

Tween and Teen Amusement

Geevor Tin Mine gives you some sights and sounds of the largest preserved mining site in Cornwall. The mine also serves as a museum where you can trace the historical highlights of Cornish mining from the 18th century. Explore the tunnels first, and then tour the museum above ground. The museum houses a coffee shop where teens can socialize. Enjoy a cup of the aromatic drink while you view the surrounding coastline of Land's End from the window. The view gets better when the heavy downpour outside subsides to a gentle drizzle.

The National Maritime Museum is a compendium of one dozen modern galleries overlooking Falmouth Harbour. The museum's gigantic windows give you plenty of room to witness breath-taking spectacles of the harbour under water. The exhibits feature at least 27 uniquely crafted boats, with each boat fulfilling a specific purpose as well. Any questions you may have can be answered when you attend the museum's boat building workshop.

The Bodmin Jail and the Bodmin Courtroom satisfies your teenage craving for thrills and spooks with gusto. The jail showcases a tour of haunted dungeons that will surely tickle your imagination. You may want to temper your fear of the supernatural with some logical challenge as you enter Shire Hall and immerse yourself in the famed courtroom experience dating back to 1844. Here, you have the chance to sit as a jury member in Matthew Weeks' trial. Weeks was the primary suspect for the murder of a local girl in Bodmin Moor. Is Weeks indeed the murderer or is he just the unfortunate, innocent scapegoat? You decide!

Entertainment for Grown Ups

The Eden Project is the world's biggest conservatory, taking you well beyond Cornwall without having to book a ticket to the tropics or the Mediterranean. Although the name has an outdoor ring to it, you can actually have fun from the simulated wonders of the natural world inside two gigantic indoor environments. One is a tropical rainforest, complete with jungle foliage that you can touch. Another is a Mediterranean paradise where you can see, feel and learn about pineapples, tobacco, ebony and cork.

Porthcurno Telegraph Museum can answer your musings ranging from secret World War II messages to the evolution of technologies used for communication. The award-winning museum is the actual site of the first underwater telegraph cable which in 1870 got connected to Bombay. Outside Porthcurno Telegraph Museum lie the beach and an open-air theatre called Minack attractions that you too can conveniently check out in the event the rain subsides.

Tate Gallery is a must-see spot for the avid art lover. Known as the artist's mecca, the gallery stands in St. Ives and houses four floors of assorted ceramic artifacts, sculptures and paintings which you can view to your heart's content. Despite the rising popularity of digital art today, the gallery which showcases traditional artwork remains to be one of the leading tourist attractions in Cornwall.

Truro Cathedral stands amidst a shopping hub in Truro City. Built in 1880, the cathedral offers you a taste and the best views of Gothic Revival architecture. You do not have to worry about getting lost in the place. In most cases, all you need to do is to simply show up at 11 a.m. to enjoy the guided tour.

St. Austelle Brewery Visitor Centre is the place to be when your interest is in beer. Here you will discover a number of brewery traditions in place at Cornwall. After teaching you a thing or two on how the Cornish brew beer, the tour closes with a free sampling of the beverage. This way you get to know how the real thing tastes.

วันพุธที่ 16 มิถุนายน พ.ศ. 2553

4 Best Cities in India to Visit

India is one of the most famous tourist destinations of world due to its diverse culture and amazing beauty. Every year millions of people visit India from all over the world. Although there are many cities in India that are worth visiting, but I would like to let you know about 4 best cities of India as a visitor's perspective.

Chennai- Chennai, formerly madras, is the southern metropolis of the Indian subcontinent. A coastal city, it has to offer the marina beach, the second longest beach in the world. Moving on, the beautiful temples in the city built by the ancient south India rulers in the city are beautiful. And then there is the lip smacking south Indian cuisine of Chennai. The city is must visit when on a tour of South India.

Kashmir- Mughal Emperor Jahangir once said about Kashmir, "if ever there is a heaven on earth, this is it". These words are still not enough to describe the scintillating beauty of this valley. It has rightly been called the Switzerland of India. The snow covered mountains and beautiful scenery will almost make you go speechless. The valley attracts thousands of tourists every year. The beautiful gardens of Shalimar and Nishat are a bonus. Coming to India and not visiting Kashmir is just like eating starters for a complete meal. This beautiful city is to be missed at own risk.

Agra- Agra, the city of Taj Mahal is also a good place to visit. No prizes for guessing that it attracts millions of tourists every year wonder in white marble. People come in huge numbers to see the wonder of the world. Next to the Taj Mahal is its museum which provides information about it. Agra also contains several other monuments like Buland Darwaaza, Sikandra Fort etc.

Jaipur - Jaipur is also known as Pink city due to the facts that almost all houses in Jaipur are painted in Pink. It is the capital of Rajasthan and one of the most famous tourist places of India. Founded in 1727 by Emperor Sawai Jai Singh, it is today known as a key destination of India. There are many famous spots for you to visit some of which are Hawa Mahal, Jaigarh Fort, City Palace, Jantar Manta, Jal Mahal, Birla Temple, Ram Niwas Garden and many more.

Not to mention that all these cities are well connected to every part of India through flight services, trains and by road.

วันอังคารที่ 15 มิถุนายน พ.ศ. 2553

Bali Island Holidays - An Untouched Tropical Paradise

If you want a holiday in a place where the modern world has reached, but not tainted, Bali is one of the last options open to you in the world! Bali does a thriving trade in tourism, but mostly the island is an untouched wilderness, where locals still speak their own language, and if you've chosen a more secluded villa in Bali, all you'll be able to hear after the sun goes down is the chirping of crickets and croaking of frogs. Today we look at the awesome options for private accommodation in Bali, quiet attractions and beaches in Bali for those who would truly like to get away from the rest of the world.

Private retreats in Bali

Bali is full of beautiful, private, isolated, and tranquil accommodation. In fact, after visiting some of the places that are considered 'quiet' and 'out of the way' in Bali, you might re-think your need for the company of random strangers! You'll be looking mostly for villas in Bali, if you want a private Bali holiday. Previous tourists in Bali on TripAdvisor have recommended these Bali hotels for privacy and seclusion:

* The Laguna Resort and Spa in Nusa Dua
* The Chedi Club at Tanah Gajah in Ubud
* Spa Village Resort Tembok Bali
* Komaneka at Monkey Forest in Ubud
* Kupu Kupu Barong Villas & Tree Spa in Ubud

These Bali villas are much more than little hotel rooms, this is reflected in the price. However, your credit card will soon forgive you when you are sitting on a quiet verandah in the mountains, or sipping cocktails on the pristine beaches!

Private attractions in Bali

Between the serene accommodation in Bali, and the many private attractions, it would be entirely possible to have a vacation without encountering more than ten people you'd never met before! Checking out Bali's secluded beaches is an obvious must-do; we'll explore the best private beach options in a moment. If you want to do more than just laze around or enjoy the water, why not check out:

* Uluwatu Half Day tour: You'll get to check out 100 metre rocky drops to the ocean, the Kayangan Jagat temple, and the place where holy man Dang Hyang Nirartha came to his enlightenment.
* Besakih Mother Temple Tour: This full day tour takes you to the Old Court of Justice at KlungKung and Goa Lawah, the Bat Holy Cave, as well as spending plenty of time exploring Pura Besakih, the largest temple of the island and consisting of five temple compounds around the main structure.
* BikeBaik Tours: Bike tours are very popular across Bali - this one takes you into the countryside where you can check out how Bali's rice farmers and rural craftsmen actually live - fascinating!
* West Bali National Park: This beautiful national park stretches across 65,000 acres, Trekking, birdwatching and diving in the adjacent ocean are all popular with tourists. You can see giant water monitors, kutjak deer, jungle fowl, violet crabs, macaques as well as ebony langurs.

Bali's private beaches

If you are mostly going to Bali for the beaches, book your beach hotel in Bali through the dry season, which runs from April to October. While most tourists avoid the wet season in Bali, you can actually save quite a bit of money by going in this period of lower demand. Plan your days to avoid the downpours in the afternoons, and you'll mostly have the beaches to yourself and a beautiful, less expensive holiday besides! Here are some of the quietest (and best!) beaches in Bali:

* Mengiet Beach in Nusa Dua: This runs from the Hyatt hotel to Geger Temple, and has gorgeous white sand and blue water as well as few vendors. You can rent chairs from 20 rupiah per day.
* Jimbaran beach: This is easiest to reach if you are staying in one of the adjacent Bali hotels - but even if you aren't, it is worth coming down to get some of the better waves in Bali.
* Sanur area beaches: The beaches here have less of a tourist-y feeling, and much more of a local flavour. This was the first developed resort area in Bali, but can be nice in times of few tourists.
* Balangan: This beach has almost a Hawaiian feeling, and there are plenty if secluded corners. Access can be difficult... which bodes well for you, if you'd rather enjoy the place by yourself!

วันอังคารที่ 1 มิถุนายน พ.ศ. 2553

Hungerford - A Historic Town in Berkshire

Hungerford is an historic and small town situated in the English county of Berkshire. Though it is surrounded by an area designated as having Outstanding Natural Beauty it is still only a few miles from the M4 motorway and has a direct rail link to London. It is for these reasons that over the last twenty years it has become a very popular place to live.

The name Hungerford is derived from the Saxon words that mean Hanging Ford Wood. There is no mention of the settlement in the Doomsday book of 1086 but there is a record from a century later.

For nearly eight hundred years Hungerford has been recognised as having an important market town status. Today you can find many small and mid sized retail and commercial outlets that serve the population and outlying villages with their personal needs. Within the town are many excellent eating places and accommodation to suit most budgets.

The residents of the town are grateful that it is surrounded by common land open to all. Here you can enjoy a relaxed picnic or walk amongst the fauna and flora. Typically the climate in Berkshire is dry with long warm summers and cold winters.

As befitting it status as a historic town, Hungerford hosts a number of important cultural events. There are arts festivals, carnivals, and outdoor performances in the summer that are enjoyed by people of all ages. Hungerford is the only town or city in the UK that still celebrates the ancient custom of Hocktide. It is believed that this derives from King Alfred's victory over Danish forces.

Apart from London many other urban centres are within close reach. Bristol is sixty eight miles to the west, and Newbury and Marlborough are botg within an easy ten minute drive of the town.

วันอังคารที่ 23 มีนาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Discount Non-Filter Cigarettes

Non-filter cigarettes are the most ancient form of cigarettes. They can be smoked from either end. As the name suggests, they do not have a filter. They are easy to inhale, as there is no resistance from a filter. Actual smoke intake is much higher than normal cigarettes. These types of cigarettes are relatively inexpensive as compared to normal filter cigarettes. As such, discount non-filter cigarettes are offered at even more economic rates.

Non-filter cigarettes have a strong taste and are not recommended for first time cigarette users. Non-filter cigarettes are about 30- 40% more harmful in terms of nicotine content. This startling revelation prevents a large number of people from inhaling them. To encourage and attract users to this non-filters, manufacturers offer great discounts.

For regular, non-filter cigarette smokers, smoking is not a very expensive habit. Competitive market trends have made manufacturers maintain standardized prices on these products. For this reason, a customer may choose any brand that suits their taste. Producers offer discount non-filter cigarettes to influence customers to switch brands.

A number of non-filter cigarette smokers are frequent smokers. This is because these cigarettes have a strong taste and are highly addictive. Non-filter cigarettes are shorter in length and can't be smoked till the end, as they get very hot as compared to filter types. For this reason, smokers simply light more non-filter cigarettes. Using discount non-filter cigarettes can financially sustain increased consumption.

The majority of non-filter cigarette smokers opt for discount non-filter cigarettes, as these are mostly available in cartons. This provides a constant source of cigarettes. As such, these purchases also do away with the chance of running out of cigarettes. This helps save money because single pack purchases are comparatively more expensive. Discount non-filter cigarette offers are available at local stores and on the Internet. Depending upon the source, discount rates may vary.

วันพุธที่ 17 มีนาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Discount Cigarettes Online

Recent years have seen a hefty rise in cigarette prices. The major reason is the heavy tax imposed on cigarettes by various states in the US. Another reason for the rising price is the series of multibillion dollar suits filed against tobacco manufacturers. Most smokers find discount cigarettes an easy to avoid the impact of taxes.

Online discount cigarettes has become a catchphrase among the patrons of premium brands such as Marlboro, Newport, Doral, Parliament, Camel and Barclay. With the advent of discount cigarettes, one can now enjoy their favorite brand at a much lower cost. Websites displaying the "discount cigarettes online" tag offer a variety of premium and generic cigarette brands at heavily discounted prices, owing to the tax exemption that online sales enjoy. However, "discount cigarettes online" websites desist from supplying cigarettes to some states because of the strict laws that have been applied to online sales.

Online retailers who advertise "discount cigarettes online" generally operate from states that impose lower taxes on cigarettes. They can afford to supply the goods at much lower prices. Businessmen located in reserved Indian lands, where federal tax laws do not apply, also manage "Discount cigarettes online" websites. A large portion of the online sales originate from Indian reserved lands, especially the Seneca lands. A recent study indicates sales from Seneca lands amount to almost $300 million a year.

Websites sporting the "Discount Cigarettes Online" title usually contain a note ensuring complete security of the buyer's personal information. Most buyers are apprehensive of the possibility of federal or state agencies tracking them down to pay taxes. However, in most cases, local taxes do not apply to online sales. Moreover, the cigarettes ordered through a website are usually delivered through mail, which attracts no tax.

วันพฤหัสบดีที่ 11 มีนาคม พ.ศ. 2553

Unique New Zealand South Island Attractions

1. Aoraki Balloon Safaris - hot air ballooning in South Canterbury

Hot Air Ballooning is the air adventure giving you a tranquil and majestic flight, which no other aircraft can offer. It is the ultimate adventure, touched with serenity and romance. Beginning with the awe-inspiring balloon inflation, your sedate and mystical flight unfolds.

The Flight

Flights are generally flown around day-break, when air conditions are traditionally clear, calm, cool and stable. Having met at dawn, you will be driven in our 4-wheel drive vehicles to a suitable launch site chosen by one of our very experienced New Zealand licenced pilots.

Following a detailed flight briefing, you will then be invited to assist the pilot and crew to prepare the balloon for flight. Once aboard the wicker basket, your magical flight begins. The launch is so gentle you will hardly realise you have left the ground. The peace and gentleness of ballooning will surprise you and Methven flight views are unsurpassable. As you drift along with the breeze, the scenery slowly changes until, after approximately an hour in the air, it is time to land.

The successful completion of the flight is celebrated with a champagne-styled buffet breakfast, as a picnic in the field, generally served by a suitably attired waiter with a silver tray. You will also receive a flight certificate.

What a way to end a fantastic adventure!

2. On Yer Bike! - 4wd in the West Coast

Set amidst a backdrop of lush West Coast rainforest near Greymouth, brace yourself for the New Zealand Off Road adventure of a lifetime with On Yer Bike! At On Yer Bike! our tracks are a magical mix of mud, water and narrow, winding trails. You'll enjoy the thrill of navigating one of our 4WD motorbikes across rivers, through copious amounts of our famous mud and through puddles that resemble small lakes!

There are plenty of photo opportunities at the many beautiful spots in the forest. You'll see tall native trees, birdlife, views of the valley and maybe some wild deer tracks. You can even purchase a CD of Photographs of your muddy adventure to keep as a memento of your time with On Yer Bike!

On Yer Bike Adventures is now home to the Hagglund! - This is the most extreme way to get off-road on the wild West Coast.

3. Ziptrek Ecotours - ecotours in Queenstown

The best framed views of Lake Wakatipu can be experienced on an interpretive guided tour using flying foxes as low impact adventure access. Join us on a series of lines that traverse the forest in a way that will never be forgotten. This tour is perfect for families, groups and those who have never ziplined before.

Come join us on our exhilarating zipline (flying fox) adventure above spectacular Queentown! Ride up the Skyline Gondola and then glide through the treetops on a series of flying foxes. Your experienced guides will deliver an interpretive tour as you "Zzziiiiiip" from tree to tree. Breath in some pristine mountain air as you venture on a carefully crafted journey that combines exhilaration, adventure, and ecological exploration.

4. Rosco's Milford Kayaks - kayaking in Fiordland

Find out for yourself why Lonely Planet has rated sea kayaking as THE best way to see Milford Sound. Rosco's Milford Kayaks is New Zealand's longest established owner operated sea kayaking business. This is experience you can count on so relax, choose a trip that suits you and enjoy seeing the real Milford Sound up close and personal from a sea kayak.

Rosco's Winter Kayaking Experience is simply superb!!

You can expect:

More settled weather conditions usually result in very calm water - ideal for exploring Milford from a sea kayak.
Less crowds make winter the premium time to visit Milford.
More wildlife frequent Milford during the winter months. Seals, dolphins and penguins can often be viewed from your sea kayak.
Less motor boats cruising Milford. More peace and tranquillity - just the splash of our paddles.
More photo opportunities often mirror like reflections of famous icons like mile high Mitre Peak.
Less sandflies and usually none at all. Makes your day in paradise even more enjoyable.

5. Wanaka Transport and Toy Museum - museum in Wanaka

With a unique and fascinating collection that has grown to over 30,000 items, the Wanaka Transport and Toy Museum is one of the largest private displays in the Southern Hemisphere.

It is an enormously varied collection which has children's toys including a huge range of Barbie dolls, unusual motor-cycles and rare cars, trucks, ambulances, military vehicles, fire engines and aircraft.

The Wanaka Transport and Toy museum will surprise and delight, with something for everyone.

6. Wauraurahiri Jet - jet boating in Southland

Wairaurahiri Jet takes you into the Southern end of Fiordland National park. We set off from Lake Hauroko crossing the lower part of New Zealand's deepest lake then it's down the wild, grade three rock strewn rapids of the Wairaurahiri River to the sea.

Our trip passes through beautiful unmodified Podocarp forests. We have a short guided nature walk along the way.

Once we are at the sea we set you off to explore the rugged South Coast while we cook your delicious kiwi style BBQ lunch. After lunch it's back on board for the return journey up the river across the lake back to the departure point. We also involve our guests with our own conservation project protecting our native bird.

7. Maniototo Curling International Ltd - iconic New Zealand activity in Central Otago

The township of Naseby in the Maniototo, Central Otago, has become the country's curling capital with the completion of New Zealand's first International and Olympic standard indoor curling rink. (Currently the only dedicated indoor curling rink in the Southern Hemisphere.)

This new facility is attracting additional New Zealand and new international curling tournaments to Central Otago, an area already synonymous with curling. Curling worldwide has enjoyed remarkable growth since it achieved full Olympic status in Nagano in 1998.

Situated in the alpine village of Naseby, only 15kms from the Central Otago Rail Trail, this is the perfect activity for people who are at the midway point of their journey along the trail.

8. Driftwood Eco-Tours - ecotours in Marlborough

New Zealand bird watching and eco-tours.

The tidal estuary of Wairau Lagoon in Marlborough is home to more than 90 different kinds of birds. Royal Spoonbill, Black Fronted Tern and Bar-tailed Godwit are among the thousands that flock here, and it's easy to see why.

The light is always changing on these peaceful waters, there's no one around and the food's great. Driftwood Eco-tours offers you the same experience.

You can choose from the following:

Full-day tours to catch the best time for bird watching and photography
Access to private land - you have the place to yourself
Tours tailored to your interests and you set the pace
Small groups - you or you and your party will enjoy individual guiding
Homemade picnics and fine wine from the gourmet province
Multi day bird watching tours on request

9. Cape Farewell Horse Treks - horse riding in the Nelson and Tasman region

"Don and I reckon we live in the most beautiful place in New Zealand. We were lucky enough to have bought our farm some 17 years ago. We began life at Puponga with a "bull beef unit" (cattle), but moved onto the horse trekking a couple of years later. It is a very family-orientated business, and our main focus is on having a great time and giving people a chance to live their dreams, something we Kiwis don't realise...that we are so lucky to live here."

"Don and I still get a real buzz out of watching a rider who has waited a lifetime to gallop down Wharariki Beach. The feeling is just 'bloody awesome'".

"We are, I guess, very proud Kiwis. We reckon we live in the best place in the world. We love the lifestyle we've created and have the ultimate job."

"We look forward to meeting you, and showing you our corner of New Zealand."

10. Norwest Underworld Adventures - ecotours in the West Coast

Underworld Rafting & The GlowWorm Cave Tours are adventures in one of NZ's largest unmodified Cave Systems complete with spectacular Stalactites & Stalagmites creations & galaxies of GlowWorms that are unequalled on this planet. Adventure Caving is a full-on exploration style activity in a superb sporty active water cave complete with abseils, climbs, crawls and squeezes.

Underworld Rafting - Is our premier activity & the one for which we developed our international reputation. Underworld Rafting is a very special Cave Rafting adventure where you explore the formation filled upper levels before meeting the underground lake to float beneath the most amazing displays of GlowWorms. You complete the journey having fun bouncing down the Nile River Rapids. This is a soft eco-adventure suited to those with confidence in water, 10 and over. Allow 4hrs.

The GlowWorm Cave Tour - Is a dry passive version of the internationally acclaimed "Underworld Rafting". In this fully interpreted soft eco-tour visitors travel by Rainforest Train to the huge Nile River GlowWorm Caves System and are spellbound by the spectacular displays of Stalactites and Stalagmites and surreal galaxies of GlowWorms. This activity is suited for all that can walk unassisted on uneven surfaces. Allow 3.5 - 4hrs

Adventure Caving - Is full-on expedition style caving at its best- complete with abseils, climbs, crawls and squeezes. This is a challenging world class adventure suited only to those fit in body and mind, 16 and older. Allow 5hrs

The Nile River Rainforest Train - is a short interpretative train journey in open carriages through primeval rain forests in the Nile River Canyon. You will pass through the film sites of "The Lost World" and explore majestic cave & karst country. Suited to all, young & old, fit or not so fit. There is wheel chair access. Allow 1.5hrs return.

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