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New Zealand

New Zealand's awesome landscapes, lush forests, amazing wildlife and pleasant climate make it a haven for many outdoor activities and a great place to unwind. If you're driven by adventure, New Zealand makes it easy to get off the beaten track to traverse the remarkable landscapes that New Zealand has to offer. New Zealand is a southern paradise of wildlife, waterfalls, forests and beaches, many of which have been awarded World Heritage status.

New Zealand comprises two main islands and a number of smaller islands and is located east of mainland Australia. With a total land area of 268,680 square kilometres, New Zealand is slightly larger than the United Kingdom. New Zealand has extensive marine resources, covering over four million square kilometres and an abundance of biological diversity. Its awe-inspiring landscapes have also made it a popular destination for Hollywood, with films such as The Lord of the Rings and The Last Samurai filmed on its southern island.

New Zealand has a largely temperate climate, though the far north does experience subtropical weather during summer and inland alpine areas of the South Island can be as cold as -10°C in winter. Most of the country lies close to the coast, which means mild temperatures, moderate rainfall and abundant sunshine. Due to its geographical location in the Southern Hemisphere, January and February are the warmest months of the year, while July is the coldest.

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