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  Holidays in New Zealand - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Holidays in New Zealand can refer to publicly observed holidays or to a vacation period.
New Zealand schools have a 4-term year, of about 10 weeks each and with 2 or 3 weeks' holidays between terms.
The holiday between terms 2 and 3 is generally known as the midwinter break and occurs in July, while that between terms 3 and 4 occurs in late September and early October.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Holidays_in_New_Zealand   (1082 words)

  
 New Zealand - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
New Zealand was initially administered as a part of the colony of New South Wales, and it became a separate colony in 1841.
New Zealand was involved in a Constitutional Convention in March 1891 in Sydney, New South Wales, along with the Australian colonies.
New Zealand is the only country in the world in which all the highest offices in the land are occupied by women - The Sovereign Queen Elizabeth II of New Zealand, Governor-General Dame Silvia Cartwright, Prime Minister Helen Clark, Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives Margaret Wilson and Chief Justice Dame Sian Elias.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/New_Zealand   (4620 words)

  
 ipedia.com: New Zealand Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
New Zealand is a country of two major islands and a number of smaller islands in the southwestern Pacific Ocean.
New Zealand's most common name in the indigenous Māori; language is Aotearoa, which is popularly taken to mean Land of the Long White Cloud.
The Cabinet is led by the Prime Minister of New Zealand, currently Helen Clark of the centre-left Labour party, which governs in coalition with the further-left Progressive Party, and with support from the centre-right United Future.
www.ipedia.com /new_zealand.html   (2784 words)

  
 New Zealand - travel guide, holidays in New Zealand -   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
New Zealand English is considered one of the major varieties of English and is different enough from other forms of English to justify it being classed as a separate dialect, as represented by the publication of the Oxford New Zealand English dictionary.
New Zealanders consider their accent to be markedly different from the Australian one and are often mildly offended when mistaken for or confused with Australians.
New Zealand sits astride a tectonic plate boundary and experiences large numbers (~14,000/year) of small earthquakes every year, a few (~200/year) are noticeable and the occasional one causes damage and sometimes loss of life.
www.did-you-mean.com /travel/New_Zealand   (7853 words)

  
 ★ New Zealand Information. Information about NZ
New Zealand is a country in the Southwest Pacific.
New Zealand schools have a four term year, of about 10 weeks each, and two or three weeks holidays between terms.
The holidays between terms two and three are generally known as the midwinter break and occur in July.
www.mkiwi.com /New+Zealand+information   (2474 words)

  
 New Zealand Package Holidays : Package Holidays in New Zealand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Southern World New Zealand is the inbound tour operator for New Zealand Tourism Online with years of experience in revealing the delights of this beautiful destination to overseas travellers.
New Zealand has some of the best scenery in the world so why not join us on one of our popular sightseeing coach tours.
Included is a selection of self drive itineraries of varying lengths and destinations that have been designed to cover some of the most scenic areas of New Zealand but at a manageable pace for utmost enjoyment.
www.tourism.net.nz /package-holidays.html   (420 words)

  
 New Zealand Holidays
In the meantime we decided to invest in a book on New Zealand, which was not a bad idea.
New year was approaching and we still didn't know where we should celebrate the y2k bug.
We decided it was a holiday and stayed at a very nice little backpackers in Omapere, at the mouth of Hokianga Harbour.
www.geocities.com /gotztas/NZ/holiday.htm   (2062 words)

  
 Holidays in New Zealand - LearnThis.Info Enclyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
These holidays are legislated by several Acts of Parliament, particularly the Holidays Act 1981.
In addition to the above holidays many New Zealand workers have three weeks vacation, often taken in the summer Christmas – New Year period.
New Zealand schools (now) have a 4 term year, of about 10 weeks each and 2 or 3 weeks holidays between terms.
encyclopedia.learnthis.info /h/ho/holidays_in_new_zealand.html   (816 words)

  
 Ski Holidays New Zealand
Wonderful New Zealand holidays can be enjoyed throughout the Southern Alps which form the backbone of the South Island.
The town of Queenstown itself is ideally suited for a New Zealand ski holiday - sophisticated and cosmopolitan but at the same time has a friendly and casual atmosphere.
No ski holiday in New Zealand would be complete without the accompanying adrenalin sports that are also available.
www.adventurequeenstownnz.com /Location.htm   (351 words)

  
 Tailor made holidays to New Zealand
This fully escorted tour offers you the complete highlights of New Zealand travelling in the comfort of a luxury coach and staying overnight in quality hotels in delightful locations.
Tonight is a unique experience as we enjoy a New Zealand Hangi (feast) and Maori cultural performance of song and dance.
View Lake Taupo, New Zealand¹s largest lake and the thunderous Huka Falls at the mouth of the mighty Waikato River.
www.travelmood.com /site/NewZealand/luxurytours/1518allNZ.asp   (827 words)

  
 About NZ
New Zealand’s awesome landscapes, lush forests, amazing wildlife and pleasant climate make it a haven for many outdoor activities, and a great place to unwind.
New Zealanders have a unique and dynamic culture, with European, Maori, Pacific and Asian influences.
Many New Zealand artists are currently enjoying success on a global scale, including Hayley Westenra, Ben Makisi and Neil Dawson.
www.newzealand.com /travel/about-nz/about-nz-home.cfm   (227 words)

  
 Travelling to New Zealand - Holidays in New-Zealand - Trips to New Zealand - www.reiswijs.co.uk
New Zealand is a country of two major islands and a number of smaller islands in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, 2000 km southeast of
New Zealand is responsible for the self-governing states of the Cook Islands and Niue and administers
New Zealand was first discovered about 1000 years ago by the great Polynesian navigator Kupe who sailed here from his homeland Hawaiki.
www.reiswijs.co.uk /destinations/pacific/newzealand/newzealand.html   (2323 words)

  
 New Zealand Holidays: Cheap Holidays in New Zealand, Australasia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
New Zealand is accessible, spread over three relatively small islands with modern and efficient transport, quiet roads, plenty of flights and two stunningly scenic rail journeys.
New Zealands time as an original, fully fledged tourist haven has come.
Opened in 1998, New Zealand's National Museum is widely regarded as one of the finest in the world.
www.lastminute.com /site/find/World/Australasia/New-Zealand/New-Zealand--Holiday.html?skin=engb.lastminute.com&DDT=list&CATEGORY=holidays   (661 words)

  
 New Zealand Vacation, Holidays, Travel, Tours, Luxury Vacations New Zealand
And to help you choose from the many activities and choices New Zealand has to offer we have designed a comprehensive range of New Zealand vacation packages as well as offering an itinerary planning service to ensure your Luxury New Zealand vacation is one of discovery and pure delight.
New Zealand really is the perfect place to get away from it all in comfort and style, and Luxury Vacations New Zealand has the people and the experience to bring together the essential elements to help create your dream holiday.
New Zealand really is the perfect place to get away from it all in comfort and style, and Luxury Vacations has the people and the experience to bring together the essential elements to help create dream holidays.
www.luxuryvacationsnz.com   (398 words)

  
 New Zealand Guide Book - NZ Travel Guide
New Zealand Driving Holidays (NZDH) provides the ultimate ‘on the road guide’ to NZ whether you’re following the beaten track, taking the road less travelled, or simply enjoying the read from the comfort of an armchair.
All driving holidays enable visitors and self-drive enthusiasts to see the country at a pace that leaves time to savour the moment, with breakout options highlighting day trips of special interest.
New Zealand Driving Holidays can be purchased online from this site for $NZ 24.95 plus postage, or alternatively, is available at all good bookstores and newsstands throughout New Zealand and Australia.
www.newzealandguidebook.co.nz /index.html   (401 words)

  
 New Zealand Travel Packages - Discover New Zealand Holidays
Discover New Zealand is your one stop travel shop to find and book the best travel packages New Zealand has to offer.
With close to 100 New Zealand travel packages to choose from, you're in the right place to find the perfect vacation package for you.
There is simply no better way to discover New Zealand's treasures than in your own modern, fully equipped Maui motorhome.
www.discovernewzealand.com   (169 words)

  
 New Zealand Vacations Travel to New Zealand Holidays New Zealand Travel Packages
New Zealand Vacations is your quick gateway to New Zealand travel packages, New Zealand tours for independent travellers and groups, coach tours and self drive packages, attractions and activities.
If you’re looking for New Zealand self drive tours, New Zealand travel packages and help with your itinerary planning, this web site takes you direct to some of New Zealand’s key tourism operators.
New Zealand’s nationwide coach network with daily departures to all main centres, rural towns and resorts.
www.newzealandvacations.co.nz   (525 words)

  
 Activity Holidays New Zealand Adventure Vacation Planners Naturally New Zealand Holidays
If your ideal holiday or vacation involves walking, riding, kayaking, diving, fishing, nature cruising, or do any other outdoor nature or adventure activities then Naturally New Zealand Holidays are the company for you.
We provide and co-ordinate well researched custom New Zealand adventure and nature holidays and vacations for couples, friends and families.
Visit famous New Zealand locations such as the Bay of Islands, Auckland ‘the city of sails’, Tongariro National Park, the Abel Tasman National Park, the stunning Marlborough Sounds, Christchurch ‘the garden city’.
www.nzholidays.co.nz   (230 words)

  
 Destination New Zealand: Holidays: Air New Zealand - AU Site   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
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New Zealand's awesome landscapes, lush forests, amazing wildlife and pleasant climate make it an ideal haven to unwind as well as participate in many outdoor activities.
New Zealand society is diverse, sophisticated, and multicultural, and the honesty, friendliness, and openness of Kiwis will impress you.
www.airnewzealand.com.au /holidays/destinationnz   (111 words)

  
 New Zealand Self Drive Holidays New Zealand Fly Drive Holidays Self-drive Vacations New Zealand
New Zealand self drive vacations give you the opportunity to drive New Zealand roads and highways that, by international standards, are very uncongested.
Watch the New Zealand scenery change from mile to mile from rugged mountains, to high plateaux to blue oceans.
Although driving distances in New Zealand are relatively short, don’t let the driving times fool you.
www.southpacifictravellers.co.nz /selfdrive.asp   (278 words)

  
 Backpacking New Zealand Backpackers Bus Travel Backpackers Holidays New Zealand
New Zealand is a great place for backpackers and independent travellers of all ages and all walks of life.
New Zealand is small and compact and easy to get around and has a huge variety of scenery and adventure activities.
The people are pretty friendly and fairly passionate about New Zealand so they like to help backpackers discover their land.
www.backpackerbus.co.nz   (385 words)

  
 Holidays In New Zealand: The Best of New Zealand Holidays
Arrive in Paihia and visit the Waitangi Treaty House where New Zealand’s most important document of state was signed on February 6th 1840.
When you are on holiday in New Zealand a boat trip to to the Hole in the Rock is one of the most popular day trips in the Bay Of Islands...
No holiday is complete without a visit to this fascinating area of New Zealand.
www.nztvl.com /northtours.htm   (794 words)

  
 Working Holidays - A New Life in New Zealand   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Working Holiday Schemes allow 30,000+ people to work in New Zealand for up to a year.
New Zealand has an acute shortage of workers.
Working holidays can prove to be an excellent stepping stone to a new life in New Zealand.
www.nzfarmworkrugby.co.nz   (100 words)

  
 New Zealand Self Drive Holidays Custom Vacations New Zealand - Meet New Zealand Vacations
New Zealand self drive vacations staying in mainly small intimate hosted accommodation.
All include New Zealand’s highlights and ‘must see’ destinations and can be personalised to suit the time you have available and your specific interests.
Meet New Zealand self drive holidays allow you maximum flexibility to visit the places that most interest you.
www.meetnewzealand.co.nz   (216 words)

  
 Cycletours Taranaki - cycling tours and holidays in Taranaki New Zealand North Island. Adventure Bike holidays   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
From singles to groups of 6 persons; all ages, fitnesses and abilities a relaxed holiday with all arranged to suit your needs.
New — canoe the Whanganui river (NZ’s Rhine).
You may well be able to obtain cheap flights to New Zealand and then allow us to construct a suitable tour for you.
www.cycle-taranaki.co.nz   (193 words)

  
 Holidays 2 New Zealand : New Zealand - - Holidays
The "classic" self-drive tour of New Zealand exploring the spectacular and diverse landscapes of both islands.
Admission to the attractions in the geothermal Rotorua area and the glow-worm caves at Waitomo are also included, and with time in the major centres in both North and South Islands this is a comprehensive tour of a beautiful land.
With ample time to explore New Zealand's iconic sights this tour includes admission to several attractions together with cruises around the Bay of Islands and the incomparable Milford Sound.
holidays2newzealand.co.uk /search.php?search_type=pt&s2_province=-2&...   (974 words)

  
 New Zealand Golf Holidays — European Golf Holidays
European Golf Holidays and its visual design are Copyright © 2005 by Atkinson Consulting.
European Golf holidays help you plan your golfing holidays in European countries such as in Tenerife and France.
These golf holidays offer a wide choice of accommodation for families and friends.
www.europeangolfholidays.com /english/newzealand   (104 words)

  
 New Zealand Vacations Independent Vacation Packages New Zealand Coach Tours
Whether you choose to travel independently or on one of our escorted motorcoach tours, you'll be sure to find a vacation package from Horizon's wide range of New Zealand holiday options to suit your individual needs.
Horizon Holiday's Independent Vacations offers a wide range of options for the independent traveler to enable you to plan your ideal New Zealand holiday.
Travel with Horizon Holidays and you can be confident that your vacation has been carefully planned by an expert New Zealand touring company.
www.horizon.co.nz   (419 words)

  
 New Zealand Vacations Independent Vacation Packages New Zealand Coach Tours
Our Explore New Zealand Vacations pre-booked tour modules, allow you to explore New Zealand as you choose.
All Horizon Holidays escorted tours offer a leisurely and relaxed pace with opportunities to take advantage of New Zealand's unique scenic attractions and wide selection of outdoor experiences.
New Zealand offers a wide range of activities and sightseeing options...
www.horizon.co.nz /trade   (413 words)

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