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Central Otago, Marlborough dominate in 2019 New Zealand Wine of the Year competition

November 7, 2019 Sightseers’ Delight

Central Otago shone with their Pinot Noir, while the aromatic white wines were strongly dominated by Marlborough in the 2019 New Zealand Wine of the Year competition.

New Zealand surprises and delights

November 6, 2019 Todd DeFeo

Aotearoa has an incredible way of surprising and inspiring. Every turn seems to lead to a more stunning vista. I could sit and stare at this view forever.

Experts say warm summer contributed to superb vintage for New Zealand wine

October 19, 2019 Sightseers’ Delight

A warm summer has contributed to a superb vintage for New Zealand’s wine regions, with 413,000 tonnes of grapes harvested during Vintage 2019, experts said earlier this year.

Auckland War Memorial Museum unveils new Roll of Honour

August 15, 2019 Sightseers’ Delight

The Auckland War Memorial Museum in New Zealand recently unveiled a new Roll of Honour in the World War II Hall of Memories.

Old St Paul’s in Wellington, New Zealand, to close for repairs

April 29, 2019 Sightseers’ Delight

A famous church in Wellington, New Zealand, is about to undergo work to repair damage sustained during a recent earthquake.

Reflecting on a visit to One Tree Hill in New Zealand

December 8, 2018 Todd DeFeo

I have spent a lot of time over the past 15 months reflecting and looking for answers. I have not yet found them.

Finding inspiration in earthquake-ravaged Christchurch

November 28, 2018 Todd DeFeo

There is something inherently hopeful about the largest city on New Zealand’s South Island. The city today is a vibrant community, full of interesting attractions.

Trains between Picton and Christchurch return Dec. 1

November 26, 2018 Railfanning.org News Wire

KiwiRail’s Coastal Pacific scenic journey will resume operations between Picton and Christchurch starting Dec. 1.

New Zealand to tourists: Be nice and protect nature

November 17, 2018 Sightseers’ Delight

New Zealand officials want visitors to care for its unique land and environment.

This may be the best way to enjoy the beauty of New Zealand

November 15, 2018 Todd DeFeo

There may be no better way to enjoy the beauty of New Zealand than from the open-air car of the train running between Auckland and Wellington.