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If you’re visiting Wellington from overseas, chances are you’re making your visit part of a round the world trip. High five! Group hug! Touch my bum! (Step too far?) OK, well the point is, we love to travel as much as the next person. As for me, well I’ve travelled to many of the world’s most exciting places, which you can read all about on my blog, which — even if I do...
Read MoreWellywood: A Sign of the Times?
One of the Wellington’s biggest controversies in recent time is the proposal to erect a twenty-eight metre long, Hollywood-style sign in the suburb of Miramar reading — wait for it — Wellywood. Now. Before you split your sides laughing you should know that as Wellingtonians we do informally refer to our city as Wellywood. The origin of the long-standing nickname lies in the...
Read MoreNZI Sevens Dates Confirmed!
The NZI Sevens is one of Wellington’s most exciting annual events, bringing the city together for a classic Kiwi hoedown. Imagine a carnival, clashing with a crowd of friendly rugby supporters in a central Wellington fancy dress store, and emerging in some of the world’s most imaginative costumes. If there’s one party you want to be at in New Zealand, it’s got to be the...
Read MoreTourist Highlights in Wellington
Wellington is a patchwork of must-do things. As New Zealand’s favourite city, it’s swollen to the shores with spellbinding activities. Family activities in Wellington have the ability to invigorate at every budget, while the hundreds of things to do outdoors in Wellington will keep content even the most nimble toed of tourists. Above all, we love welcoming visitors. While we won’t laud you...
Read More2011 Rugby World Cup
It’s less than 18 months until one of the planet’s largest tournaments hits the shores of New Zealand, bringing twenty of the world’s best rugby teams to the doorstep of the world’s best rugby fans. You Gotta be There! For more information on the Rugby World Cup 2011 tournament; including a full fixture list and venue information for the Wellington region, visit our new...
Read MoreWeather or Not?
It was a breeze, but we finally brought some sunshine into the office by writing about the number one talking point in Wellington; the weather. We’ve tried not to gloss over the reality, and paint the region as a slice of tropical paradise. The fact is, it’s the weather that shapes us in Wellington. The smooth rumpled hills, the sweeping boulevards, the golden skies above wide...
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