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Feature Writer: Lyn Rasmussen
Lyn Rasmussen is a Writer from New Zealand, Lyn Rasmussen

Welcome to your gateway to travel in Australia, New Zealand and Oceania offering easy to access information about all aspects of travel in this captivating part of the world.

Discover an introduction to Vanuatu and Cook Island celebrations, the mouth watering Cadbury chocolate cruise and the fabulous Port Arthur Historic Site, the peace and tranquillity of William Rickets Sanctuary, the challenge of the Red Snapper Classic in New Zealand and the beauty of the Coal River Valley Wine Region in Tasmania, Australia.

Australia, New Zealand and the pacific islands in Oceania offer incredibly diverse opportunities for travellers.

Join me in exploring these destinations. Send an e-mail with comments, questions, suggestions and experiences or post in the discussion forum.

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Lyn Rasmussen

Queenstown Winter Festival, It's Snow Time in NZ

In: New Zealand Travel

A fireworks fiesta on the shores of Lake Wakatipu opens the 35th anniversary of Queenstown's Winter Festival. The next ten days present a cornucopia of fun-filled events. more...

Winter Holiday Activities in New Zealand

In: New Zealand Travel

Winter breaks in the Southern Hemisphere needn't be frosty. Take your choice of a fabulous winter festival, invigorating outdoor adventures or a sensuous spa and massage. more...

Four Whitewater Rafting Trips in New Zealand

In: New Zealand Travel

North Island rivers present exhilarating opportunities for extreme water sports. Don a wetsuit, lifejacket and helmet and experience the thrill of whitewater action. more...

A Guide to CBD Public Art in Rotorua New Zealand

In: New Zealand Travel

Accessible public art tells stories from the Volcanic Heartland. Traditional and contemporary artworks reflect the soul of Rotorua's vibrant arts and cultural community. more...

Bungy Jumping – Extreme Adventure in New Zealand

In: New Zealand Travel

Diving off a 134-metre-high platform might not be every traveler's activity of choice. But bungying also suits those who prefer the safety net of a controlled adventure. more...

How to Have a Different Wedding in New Zealand

In: New Zealand Travel

New Zealand has many possibilities for a different kind of wedding. This bride and groom chose an amphibious vehicle, a luge ride to the reception and outdoor vows. more...

New Zealand Travel – Something For Everyone

In: New Zealand Travel

From five-star hotels to comfy bed and breakfasts, New Zealand has accommodation for all. Adventure tourism and leisurely activities cater for all ages and abilities. more...

New Zealand – Country of Colour and Light

In: New Zealand Travel

The colors of New Zealand are a delight to the senses. Clarity of light intensifies the hues of natural earth forms, verdant rural valleys and jewel-like waterways. more...

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