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New Zealand (Lonely Planet Country Guide) (Paperback)

by Tony Wheeler (Author), Paul Harding (Editor), Carolyn Bain (Editor) "It is known from archaeological evidence that there were established communities in New Zealand from around AD 1000 onwards-perhaps much earlier ..." (more)

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Paperback: 720 pages
Publisher: Lonely Planet Publications; 11th Revised edition edition (30 Sep 2002)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1740591968
ISBN-13: 978-1740591966
Product Dimensions: 18.3 x 13 x 2.5 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

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With the southern summer (and northern winter) now upon us, this is a perfect but cruel time to release a new edition of the Lonely Planet guide to New Zealand. Since, in common with many independent travellers, Lonely Planet hails from the Antipodes, perhaps it is to be expected that this book should be rich and authoritative. But nevertheless it surpasses expectations, for on top of all the practical information on hotels, food and transport which Lonely Planet guides traditionally are so good at, it has a depth which in my experience is rare in the series.

The book is written by two New Zealanders and an Australian, and this local background perhaps explains why it is more culturally informed than some other guides in the LP series. The authors have been especially sensitive in their coverage of the Maoris. There is a long and erudite guide to Maori culture and history, including fascinating sections on mythology, art and culture, and very revealing photographs and illustrations. The book also has a superb and beautifully illustrated guide to the country's flora and fauna, which is very well tailored to its market, since many visitors come to experience New Zealand's wealth of outdoor experiences.

Guides are usually best when they come from a deep knowledge of the place being written about, and this Lonely Planet guide to New Zealand is no different: it is eloquent and informative and will be a great help to anyone heading south. --Toby Green --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lonely Planet does it again, 21 Nov 2002

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This new edition is again one of the most comprehensive guides to New Zealand. Where to stay, eat, visit and most importantly what to expect when you get there, but without spoiling any of the magic this land has to offer.
The layout is clear and there are some stunning new photographs of the sights that will await you.
The size is compact and the spine withstood the ordeal of being opened at regular intervals throughout the day!.
If you are planning to visit New Zealand then buy this book!.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable for a trip to New Zealand, 31 Dec 2003

By	Gerrit Ruitinga - See all my reviews

There are probably countries you can visit without a Lonely Planet Guide. New Zealand is not one of these. The way to enjoy NZ is to travel from place to place and not to pre-book anything far in advance. Car rental is easy, the roads are very good ( in the right time of the year) and you have accomodation galore. The most important reason not to pre-book is that you are always dependent on the weather. I have made three trips in the past few years to NZ with my family and on all occasions we had to change plans because of the weather.

The more flexible you want to be the more important the guide is, in particular when it's a first trip. The first time we arrived in Auckland with only a general idea what to do in our three weeks and we found that quickly we left other guides in the suitcase and relied solely on the LP to plan our trip. The guide contains all relevant information and is sursprisningly up to date. The most important is that it is not a commercail tourism promoter but that it gives yo an hones impression on what there is to do.

E.g. it was pretty clear from reading the guide that as a family with relatively small children we were better of in Wanaka then in Queenstown as the children were not yet at an age that they could enjoy all the thrills and that Wanaka, whilst offering Jetboating and biking was more appropiate.

Even on the third trip we took we still had the guide with us. You have to be prepared to do some long stretches of driving and nothing helps to drive awy the boredom as creating expectations and anticipation by reading aloud what is said about the next attratction.

In particular for accomodation I found it helpful. Everywhere you pick up the NZ AA guide with all motel accomodation ( very handy) and the LP is there to give you some reviews of the accomodation selected.

The book could haven been priced at a much higher level; I still would have bought it ( in fact, I am on my second edition)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The best guide to New Zealand!, 12 Nov 2003

By	Mr. E. Selous "edsheadsaid" (Japan) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I backpacked around New Zealand for 3 months with some friends and we just returned some weeks ago. I had the lonely planet guide, the other guys had 'Rough Guides' (rough being the key word here). Both of the friends I was travelling with gave their guidebooks away because they were no help at all.

The Lonely Planet has excellent maps, and brilliant accomodation sections including the largest hostel selection of any guide, as well as contact info and ratings (of the hostels/hotels/camping grounds/b&b's).

It covers the country county by county and lists them in a logical order with 'things to do', 'entertainment - pubs/clubs/bars, restaurants, gay/lesbian venues, cinema/performing arts/casino', how to get to that area, including air, bus, train and hitch-hiking information, 'things to do' including local attractions etc.

It has helpfull information on buying a car (which I found very usefull) as well as getting cheap insurance and MOT validation. There is also a section on Maori culture, wildlife, European colonisation as well as geographical information.

Well worth its weight in gold, (incidently, its quite a heavy book). Do NOT go to New Zealand WITHOUT this guidebook, it will save you hassle and make your experiance much more enjoyable.

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