New Zealand Romantic Holiday

Planning a couple’s holiday in the land of the long white cloud? New Zealand with its cool climate and spectacular scenery lends itself well to getaways for all types of couples. Whether it’s an adventure weekend, a romantic escape, a sightseeing holiday or an indulgent food and wine long weekend, New Zealand has it by the bucket load. New Zealand is overflowing with excellent accommodation options to suit every budget and style of traveller, whether you are after eco accommodation, luxury hotels or something in between. Here are three suggestions on places couples will love.

Dunedin
The spectacular coastline of the Dunedin area is so breathtaking it can’t help but be romantic. Tunnel Beach with its rock arches, sea and weather carved sandstone cliffs and caves and secluded beach only accessed by the hand carved tunnel is moody and dramatic and well worth the hour round trip to visit. The water is safe to swim in and if you’re lucky you may have the beach to yourself. The numerous walks around the area include short walks criss-crossing the Otago Peninsula taking in the beautiful vistas, tracks around the Taieri River and Silverstream and walks through the town itself exploring the many iconic buildings and heritage architecture of the city. Outdoor activities such as mountain bike riding, surfing and bird watching can be enjoyed in the region along with spotting some of the rarest animals in New Zealand including fur seals, Hooker Sea Lions and Yellow-Eyed Penguins. If you’re looking for well priced quality lodgings the accommodation in Dunedin won’t disappoint with everything from romantic bed and breakfasts to world class luxury hotels.

Invercargill
Invercargill is a city full of beautiful surprises and natural beauty. Settled in the 1850s, Invercargill has a rich history and diverse architecture ranging from Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco buildings right through to modern, contemporary structures. Beautiful Queens Park is spectacular in summer and the Art Gallery at Anderson Park is home to both international and local artworks along with regular exhibitions. Beach lovers will love nearby Oreti Beach, only 10km west of Invercargill. Stretching for over 26km, the smooth sands of Oreti Beach are the ideal location for a beach horse ride. Dining options in Invercargill are diverse and the standard of food is high, with most restaurants sourcing their produce and wine from the local region. Invercargill accommodation is plentiful and good value and there are lots of options for couples with a good range of bed and breakfasts, hotels, motels and farmstays.

Nelson
Home to picturesque long beaches, rugged mountains and pristine forests, Nelson is a beautiful backdrop for a couple’s getaway. Nature lovers will enjoy exploring the Abel Tasman National Park with its stunning lakes, waterfalls and beaches. Visitors can kayak, sail or walk around the lake and lunch cruises are also available for those wanting to enjoy a bit of luxury. The Wanui Falls walk is a one and a half hour return walk taking you to the spectacular Wanui Falls via the Abel Tasman Swingbridge, a mesh bottom suspended bridge towering above the water. The swimming holes along the side of the track are safe and lovely and a great way to cool off on a hot day. If you’re lucky you may have one to yourself. There is an active art community in Nelson with over 350 artists living and working in the area including traditional, Maori and contemporary artists showing their work in a number of small and large galleries. Nelson is also famous for its great local food and wine including delicious Nelson Bay scallops and fresh seafood. Couples will love the range of accommodation in Nelson whether they are after a mountain lodge, a luxury spa retreat or something in between.

By: TraceyLC

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