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5 Things to do in New Zealand for Adrenaline Junkies

Oceania - Ross French - July 26, 2012

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Whilst Queenstown, located on the South Island, may be known as the adventure capital of the world, you’ll find a whole range of adrenaline pumping activities throughout all of New Zealand. Whether you’re into skydiving or want to take on the challenge of bungee jumping, you’ll find it all amongst the land of the long white cloud. For adrenaline junkies, New Zealand is truly a paradise, with ever changing conditions providing new challenges during every season! If you’re heading to New Zealand for your next holiday, be sure to try one, or all, of these awesome adventures!

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Highest Bungy in New Zealand
When you think of adrenaline sports, most people think of Bungy Jumping. If you decide that your poison is Bungy Jumping in New Zealand, you must try the Nevis jump – New Zealand’s highest bungy at 134 metres. Rising nearly 100 metres higher than most common jumps, this is not one for the faint hearted.

Heli Skiing
Now who said you could only have fun in the summertime? Heli skiing is one of the most popular adrenaline sports, taking place on the mountain ranges surrounding Queenstown. While it’s common to book a snow holiday to New Zealand, you can really take it to the next level by having the ultimate adrenaline rush of heli skiing.

Off-road Adventures
While all the hype is about adventure activities in Queenstown, Auckland’s terrain provides the perfect environment for some insane outdoor activities. Try an 8×8 off-road adventure as you speed through the rough terrain of Auckland’s countryside – strap yourself in because this is sure to be the ride of your life! If this sounds like your cup of tea, a cheap flight to Auckland can easily be found for tourists travelling from Australia; talk to your travel agent today about holiday packages!

Canyon Swing
One of the most unique adrenaline pumping experiences in the world, the Canyon Swing will see you gliding above the Shotover River at speeds of up at 150kmph. Just metres from sheer cliff faces, you’ll experience an enormous free fall, followed by a 200 metre swing across the river. You have the option of jumping solo or with a friend, making this a fantastic group experience. This is a great activity for those who are a little unsure of bungy jumping, but still want a great story to tell the friends back home!

Sky Diving
There is no other skydiving experience in the world, than that found amongst the surrounds of New Zealand. Like any other sky dive, you’ll propel yourself out of a small plane, thousands of feet above sea level, as you plummet towards the ground – the difference in new Zealand is that you’ll be simply left in awe once you pull your parachute. As far as the eye can see, you’ll be surrounded by the wonders of nature; rolling mountain ranges, glaciers, pristine lakes and more.

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How to Save Money Before Your Trip

Travel Tips - Ross French - July 26, 2012

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One of the main reasons why people travel is to relax. Whether alone, with family or close friends, travelling to wonderful places is one of the best ways to rejuvenate your mind and body. Whether you are travelling to a place near to you or to a place far away from your home, make sure to budget ahead of time.

However, one of the common excuses why people don’t travel is because they don’t have enough time and money. With time, it is really up to you to manage your life. Of course, you want to travel when you have the free time and not when there are lots of things for you to do. And with money, if you plan ahead, you will have lots of time to save for your trip and find the best deals.

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Ways to Save Money before Your Trip

1.) Plan your trip carefully. This is a very important step if you want to save more money before travelling. Plan what you are going to do, where you are going to eat and compare flight prices. Careful planning will help you reduce your external costs as well as other things that may throw off your whole budget. Doing this will help you save money big-time.

2.) Make use of discount gift cards. Using overstock coupons can help you save as much as 30% on your expenses before your family trip. If you plan to eat at a fancy restaurant, get a discount gift card there to save some money. Or if you are planning to go to Disneyland, you can take advantage of a Disney Store gift card that you can use on their every theme parks and cruise line. Additionally, you can buy discount gift cards for airlines and gas stations, which will also help you with your travel expenses.

3.) Flight Search Engines. Your flight can be the most expensive thing on your trip. It’s best to figure out all your options by using search sites to compare flights or all inclusive vacation prices.

4.) Bring all the necessities that you need. These include toothbrushes, towels, soap, shampoo, and much more. This way, you will not need to buy them at often a higher price while you’re traveling.

All of these things boil down to one thing: careful planning. Plan your trip well, from start to finish and budget your money wisely. That way, you will have a great travelling experience without stress and money worries.

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