Are you struggling to select the most romantic destination to make your honeymoon special and unforgettable? Do you want to spend your honeymoon on a small island with a rich culture that is also equally excellent in sports and has an international level of acceptance in rugby? Then New Zealand is the perfect destination for you, which is one of the most romantic places on earth. This country is capable of offering dreamy locations around every corner to the honeymoon couples. From dramatic coastlines and natural hot pools in the North to star-studded skies and glorious fiords in the South, New Zealand has taken romance to another level, thereby immortalising it.
Home to more than 4.5 million people and representing rugby sport internationally, New Zealand is a small island nation that is also popular for its wide variety of flora and fauna. Also, it is the hub of picturesque landscapes that honeymoon couples with photography skills can take advantage of. With a wild maritime climate, a large number of New Zealand is covered in forest. The sharp mountain peaks formed as a result of volcanic eruptions many years ago added to the charm of this country. Moreover, New Zealand is ideal for couples who are water babies because this country is surrounded by water, thereby forming white pristine beaches.
New Zealand is a country that you cannot plan to cover up within 3-5 days because this country has a lot to offer to people of different types of interests. To visit the major cities such as Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown, you need one to two weeks approximately. However, if you want to explore both the North Island and the South Island, you need additional time and days (3-4 weeks). Hence, you can customize the package according to your availability and interests.
It may not be the capital city but exploring this city won’t be disappointing for honeymoon couples. It is not only the country’s largest city but is also internationally diverse and known for its diverse culture and cosmopolitan population. This city remains surrounded by the Manukau and Waitemata Harbours and is, therefore, a dream city for couples who are boating enthusiasts. Moreover, this city holds the record of achieving 22nd rank in the QS Best Student Cities 2015 due to its high quality of living.
Auckland is heaven for couples who want to relax their soul through music because this city offers a great number of international music concerts, art galleries, retail therapy as well as 24/7 entertainment. There is something for everyone in Auckland. If you are one of those couples who want to tickle their adrenaline hormones, then why delay in trying bungee jump from Auckland Sky Tower (Tallest free-standing structure in the Southern Hemisphere)?
People in Auckland can have a taste of both urban and natural life according to their convenience. It is so because this city is extremely diverse and has a bustling city vibe with walking, and biking as well as the driving distance of beautiful beaches that can quench the thirst of nature lovers. Also, couples cannot miss trying out mountain biking tracks, coastal walks, and native bush.
It is the capital city of New Zealand and if you visit New Zealand, you simply cannot miss visiting Te Papa. It is home to New Zealand’s National Museum which is known to host both permanent as well as traveling exhibitions.
Crucial points to know about Wellington:
Since Wellington is located on an active geological fault line, an earthquake occurs here regularly, and is a part and parcel of life. This fault line is known as the Pacific Ring of Fire. Luckily these earthquakes occur so far underground that the inhabitants of this region do not even feel a rumble.
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A 12-km long temperate glacier situated in Westland Tai Poutini National Park on the West Coast of New Zealand, the Franz Josef Glacier is known to descend from the Southern Alps to less than approximately 300 meters above sea level. It is a must-visit region for couples who love to dive into the beauty of nature and explore picturesque landscapes. Honeymoon couples can also try their hands at photography in this location and arrest the beauty of the place with the lens of their cameras.
Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers are the most popular as well as accessible glaciers across the globe. Thus, over the years with the development and evolution of New Zealand tourism, these glaciers have had a significant role to play in attracting tourists, particularly honeymoon couples from all over the World.
A brief history of the glacier:
The Franz Josef Glacier is associated with the Graham family, especially with the mountaineers as well as guides Alec and Peter Graham, accompanied by historian Dorothy Fletcher. This glacier is a treat to the eyes during the “clear sky” days.
New Zealand is popular for its rich culture and one of the most discussed cultural aspects of New Zealand is its Maori culture. Maori people are widely distributed across New Zealand and are very passionate about preserving and keeping their culture alive. Maori culture is considered to be the hub of traditional and contemporary arts that are not only beautiful but are equally appealing and unique. Various types of traditional art have been adopted by the people of Maori culture such as carving, weaving, kapa haka (group dance), whaikorero, and moko (tattoo) are practiced throughout the nation. Apart from following the footsteps of their ancestors, the people of Maori culture also put a great emphasis on developing new and exciting techniques and forms. Maori culture has also embraced art, film, television, poetry, theatre, and hip-hop in order to modernize itself.
Occupying the southwest part of the South Island of New Zealand, Fiordland National Park is the largest out of the 13 national parks present in New Zealand. Fiordland National Park is spread across an area of approximately 123,607 square kilometers and forms a major part of the Te Wahipounamu World Heritage Site. Couples who want to explore the rich diversity of flora and fauna of New Zealand cannot afford to miss visiting this national park. It received acceptance as a national park in the year 1952.
A resort town in the heart of Otago in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island, Queenstown is built around an inlet called Queenstown Bay. There is a lake by the side of this Bay called Lake Wakatipu which is a long, thin, Z-shaped lake formed as a result of glacier processes. Some of the mountains of this region with astounding views are the Remarkables, Cecil Peak, Walter Peak, and Ben Lomond as well as Queenstown Hill.
This resort town holds the record of having more than 220 adventure tourism activities and thus, can be a thrilling experience for adventure-loving couples. Some of the adrenaline rush activities include snowboarding, jet boating, whitewater rafting, bungee jumping, mountain biking, and many more.
It is a city located in the Bay of Plenty region that falls on the North Island of New Zealand. Since its population is quite high, it is considered to be the country’s 12th-largest urban area and the Bay of Plenty’s second-largest urban area. People of New Zealand as well as other countries equally enjoy this region and is quite popular for its geothermal activity and hot mud pools. There are several botanical gardens present in Rotorua and it is also called the spa town. This region also offers various fun activities such as mountain biking at the Whakarewarewa Forest.
Considered to be New Zealand’s most desirable natural wonder, Milford Sound is the perfect amalgamation of mountain peaks, ink-dark waters, and superb dramatic forest-clad cliffs. If you are looking out for a surreal experience, you must add this destination to your New Zealand trip. This region is situated near Fiordland National Park in the southwestern part of New Zealand’s South Island. The park is also an integral part of Te Wahipounamu, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Despite its name, it is actually a fiord and not a sound.
Mount Cook National Park is home to the highest mountains and the longest glaciers. The presence of skyscraping peaks, glaciers, and permanent snow fields is enough for the couples to spend quality time in this location and have fun under a star-studded sky. There are 10 short walks that begin near Aoraki that are well-marked. Some of these walks are the Governors Bush Walk, Bowen Bush Walk, Blue Lakes, and Tasmanian Glacier View Walk. These walks provide an easy meander through New Zealand native bush to a lookout point. If you are an experienced hiker, you can explore three mountain pass routes- over the Mueller, Copland, and Ball passes.
To explore the park’s fabulous glaciers, you can hire helicopters or ski planes. For intermediate skiers, the Tasmanian Glacier is an excellent choice. Couples can try out landing among spectacular ice formations and caverns to create a lifetime experience.
Known to be New Zealand’s best natural attractions, the mesmerizing beauty of Waitomo Glowworm Caves is something worth exploring. You can take a boat ride through the glowworm grotto, marvel at thousands of magical glowworms, and become part of over 130 years of cultural as well as natural history. As you glide gently through the wonderland of the Glowworm Grotto, you will encounter the magic of nature that has been emitting light for over 30 million years. The glowworm (Arachnocampa luminosa) is unique to New Zealand and thus, is a must-visit place. You can visit thousands of these worms radiating their luminescent light in a subterranean world.
The ideal time to visit New Zealand is during the summer season (December to March) because during this time, sunny days are long and bright. Hence, you can visit the lonely beaches or enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking or mountain biking.