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A world apart – On the Tiger Tour…Golfing New Zealand at its best

A combination of top two golf courses in the world, New Zealand’s three finest lodges and with the friendliest foot forward, the creator of these world-renowned properties - Julian H. Robertson extends an exclusive invitation to his inaugural TIGER TOUR.

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Beautiful view from green over Matauri Bay, Northland

“Conde Nast” top award to New Zealand’s Kauri Cliffs Lodge

Condé Nast Traveler, USA has named The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs as the No. 1 Lodge in Australia and Pacific Nations on the 2012 Gold List: The World’s Best Places to Stay.  It’s the only property in New Zealand to make the list and with a whopping score of 98.4, that’s special!

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Rugby World Cup 2011 – On tour in “Na Zilun”- Week 2

After leaving the Raceway B&B in Invercargill we head northeast to spend a night in a cottage  at beautiful Moeraki Beach. Dinner at famous Fleur’s Place: Cafe, bar and restaurant right on the waterfront at the old jetty at Moeraki Beach, South Island. Great seafood and great photo op in this special place. Sea lion visits [...]

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Rugby World Cup 2011 – On tour in “Na Zilun”

Rugby World Cup 2011 – Week One  Day 1 – Spring has sprung: 2:30 p.m. September 8th our time on a day ahead of you folks in the Northern Hemisphere. Surprising spring weather with luscious-coloured flowers beginning to bloom. Glorious country and well worth the 14-hour flight from Vancouver to Auckland, after which we connected [...]

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Queenstown rules as New Zealand’s major resort centre

Queenstown rules as New Zealand’s major resort centre. Bright lights, exciting and rejuvenating activities entice visitors from around the world. Golfing is superb and reasonably priced.

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Golfing New Zealand – look at the prices

One of my favourite golf courses is Jack’s Point in the alpine wonderland near Queenstown on the South Island. “Tremendous course,” many say.

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Destroyed by the Wrecker in New Zealand

Golfing challenges at Hanmer Springs are highlighted in Liz Clark’s book, “Birdies, Bogeys and Kiwis: Golfing around New Zealand.

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Life’s a Beach at New Zealand’s Paraparaumu

New Zealand coastal course at Paraparau Beach has “big teeth” – good scores are difficult to come by. Just hope no high winds blowing off the Tasman Sea.

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Penguin Hunting in New Zealand’s Catlins

New Zealand’s southern coastal courses offer great opportunity to play golf and spot penguins.

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Rotorua Hot Spots and Cold Swine Lager

Through the Oink, Oink doors, Rotorua’s Pig & Whistle City bar is a great place for pub-style gatherings. .

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Terrace Downs Delights

New Zealand’s South Island’s Terrace Downs Resort offers great golfing, luxury accommodation and fine dining all with magnificent views of the Southern Alps and the Rakaia Gorge

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Wairakei Golf Course: New Zealand’s True Wonderland

Wairakei International Golf Course is the favourite of many golfers around the world.

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