#new zealand tours

[globalholidays]

7 Best Places to Visit in Australia and New Zealand

Embarking on a journey through Australia and New Zealand offers travelers from the USA an opportunity to experience diverse landscapes, vibrant cities, and unique wildlife. Global Holidays has curated an itinerary that encapsulates the essence of these two remarkable countries.

Below are the best places to visit in Australia and New Zealand tours:

7 Best Places to Visit in New Zealand and Australia Tours

Melbourne

Great Ocean Road Tour: Embark on a full-day excursion along the Great Ocean Road, renowned for its breathtaking coastal views and the iconic Twelve Apostles rock formations.

Melbourne City Orientation: Discover Melbourne’s rich cultural tapestry through a guided city tour, exploring its eclectic neighborhoods, historic landmarks, and vibrant arts scene.

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Tour: Delve into Australia’s sporting heritage with a guided tour of the MCG, one of the world’s most iconic sports stadiums.

Phillip Island Penguin Parade: Witness the enchanting sight of little penguins returning to shore at dusk during the famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island.

Cairns

Kuranda Skyrail: Soar above the ancient rainforest canopy on the Kuranda Skyrail, offering panoramic views of the lush landscape.

Great Barrier Reef Island Visit: Experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, the world’s largest coral reef system, with opportunities for snorkeling and marine exploration.

Glass-Bottom Boat Ride: For those preferring to stay dry, a glass-bottom boat ride provides a window into the vibrant underwater ecosystem of the reef.

Sydney

City Orientation Tour: Explore Sydney’s iconic landmarks, including the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and the historic Rocks district.

Showboat Dinner Cruise: Enjoy a luxurious dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour, combining gourmet dining with mesmerizing city skyline views.

Featherdale Wildlife Park: Get up close with Australia’s unique fauna, from cuddly koalas to playful kangaroos, at Featherdale Wildlife Park.

Sydney Opera House Tour: Gain exclusive insights into one of the world’s most recognizable buildings with a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House.

Blue Mountains – Echo Point Visit: Venture into the Blue Mountains to witness the stunning vistas from Echo Point, overlooking the Three Sisters rock formation.

Discover the 7 Best Places to Visit in Australia and New Zealand. From stunning beaches to breathtaking landscapes, don’t miss these must-see spots. Continue reading? Click here: globalholidays.us

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Discover the Enchanting Beauty of New Zealand with New Zealand Tours

Are you dreaming of a breathtaking adventure? New Zealand Tours invites you to explore the stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and thrilling activities that make New Zealand an unparalleled destination. From the majestic mountains of the South Island to the cosmopolitan cities of the North Island, New Zealand Tours offers a diverse range of packages tailored to your interests and preferences.

Why Choose New Zealand Tours?

Expert Guidance: Our experienced team of travel experts will curate a personalized itinerary, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience.

Unmatched Experiences: From thrilling adventure sports like bungy jumping and white-water rafting to serene nature walks and cultural encounters, we offer a wide array of activities.

Luxurious Accommodations: Stay in world-class accommodations, ranging from cozy lodges to luxurious resorts, providing the perfect blend of comfort and adventure.

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Explore Our New Zealand Tour Packages

1. South Island Adventure:

Hike through the stunning Fiordland National Park: Immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to towering mountains, pristine lakes, and lush rainforests.

Cruise through the majestic Milford Sound: Experience the awe-inspiring natural wonders of Milford Sound, a fjord renowned for its dramatic cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and abundant marine life.

Explore the charming towns of Queenstown and Christchurch: Discover the vibrant culture, world-class cuisine, and exciting activities on offer in these iconic New Zealand cities.

2. North Island Discovery:

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Auckland: Explore the diverse neighborhoods, world-class museums, and stunning waterfront of New Zealand's largest city.

Visit the geothermal wonders of Rotorua: Witness the incredible geothermal activity of Rotorua, including bubbling mud pools, steaming geysers, and hot springs.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Bay of Plenty: Relax on pristine beaches, indulge in delicious seafood, and explore the stunning coastal landscapes of the Bay of Plenty.

3. Ultimate New Zealand Experience:

Combine the best of both islands: Experience the diverse landscapes and cultural richness of both the North and South Islands on this comprehensive tour.

Visit iconic landmarks: Discover world-famous attractions such as the Waitomo Glowworm Caves, the Franz Josef Glacier, and the Hobbiton Movie Set.

Indulge in adventure activities: Thrill-seekers can enjoy a range of adrenaline-pumping activities, including bungy jumping, white-water rafting, and skydiving.

Book Your New Zealand Tour Today

Ready to embark on your dream adventure? Contact New Zealand Tours today to book your personalized tour package. Our dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional service and ensuring your trip is a memorable one.

[terribleinfluence-tour]

We've put together a time zone guide for the Australian and New Zealand TIT Shows, so that everyone is able to track what time M+G and the shows start!

If you are wanting to know what time the show will start in your time zone, most shows have an expected start of 8pm. To find this time in your zone, add 3 hours :)! We apologise that we are not able to include every time zone in this guide, but attached to this post is a world clock site in which you can look up your time zone and add the dates you are wanting to track + it also comes in a mobile app!

https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/ We are so excited for the AU/NZ leg of Terrible Influence, and are so keen to bring you any tour content that pops up along the way!💜💙

[onthisdayts]

The Red Tour

December 1, 2013 - Auckland, New Zealand

[hometoursandotherstuff]

Opportunity to buy your own (land)ark in beautiful Sumner, Christchurch City, New Zealand. It's going up for auction and the bids should be around $1.077m. Here is this unique 1bd, 1ba home as it is now, a venue, and photos reimagining it as a home.

It's got a gangplank and double doors (for the livestock, just like the original ark). And, there's a deck around 2/3 of the perimeter of the house.

Part of the deck is covered. Look at the gorgeous view.

So, this was probably used for weddings. It's carpeted, though, and everything.

Now, here it is, reimagined as an open concept main living space. Oh, I would definitely leave the florals up and do something other than beige modern furnishings. Maybe Boho or something more colorful.

There's lots of potential here.

Check out the grand staircase and lower level where the kitchen is located. This is amazing. What a living space this could make.

Imagine what you could do in this professional grade industrial kitchen.

Plenty room to reconfigure this into several bedrooms and baths. I wish they would've included photos of the bedroom and bath.

It's in a beautiful setting.

Looks like a nice piece of property. Imagine pulling up to this and it's your home? Look at the light shining thru the portholes. 1251m2 / 1345.49 sq ft.

https://www.realestate.co.nz/42740271/residential/sale/lot-4-4-loader-lane-sumner

[bentwolioo]

Ok so why did Gerard wear the same costume for 6 shows???

Like a lot of people, I noticed the Aotearoa (NZ) & Australia tour drum head messages seemed to be about 9/11. The costume also tells a very specific story that lines up with this--and there was more to Melbourne Night 2 than Gerard deciding it was casual Friday. I'm gonna go through my personal interpretation and explain why I think MCR did this at the end of their tour. 

TLDR: This Is Not The End.

I will include image credits in the reblog since there are a lot!

AUCKLAND, March 11 2023

Based on the skirt suit and drumhead ‘FIX FAX FUCK YOU’, Gerard is dressed as an office worker. For simplicity I will refer to the costume as the Secretary, I see it as both a character and a metaphor. Auckland establishes the monotony and repetition of daily life prior to 9/11, ‘FIX FAX FUCK YOU’ showing an attitude of boredom unaware of the events to come. 

BRISBANE 1, March 13 2023

The main difference between Auckland and Brisbane 1 is the briefcase. This indicates the point in time--Auckland is the days before 9/11 and Brisbane 1 is the morning before the attacks begin. The secretary travels to work, thinking ‘Everything under Control’.

BRISBANE 2, March 14 2023

The drumhead message ‘Here Comes the AIRPLANE’ marks this as minutes or even seconds before the towers are hit. Brisbane 2 is the first time Gerard wears the coat, representing everyone taking cover. 

MELBOURNE 1, March 16 2023

I unfortunately could not find a good photo of Gerard wearing the coat from this show but you can see it on the floor behind him!

The Melbourne shows are as the towers collapse. Pretty straightforward from the Melbourne 1 drumhead ‘TERROR’. This show also had the only appearance of the umbrella, which I interpret as representing the rubble and destruction raining down. The umbrella is closed, showing the secretary is unprotected and ultimately killed when the towers fall. 

MELBOURNE 2, March 17 2023

It seemed odd at first that Melb 2 was the only show that Gerard didn’t wear a costume for, but I actually believe he still did. This is the key to my interpretation: Gerard is dressed as himself witnessing the towers collapse, on his way to work at Cartoon Network. This the only show on the Oceania leg where they played Skylines and Turnstiles*, the song Gerard wrote immediately after 9/11. The drumhead ‘BARK BARK BARK’ makes you picture, a chained dog, representing the powerless horror of only being able to watch as the destruction unfolds--the deeply personal experience that drove Gerard to form MCR. 

SYDNEY 1, March 19 2023

Blood!!!! At Sydney 1, we see the continuing aftermath of the 9/11 attacks. The secretary has died but keeps moving, picking up her briefcase and carrying on. This could be showing how a lot of people’s faith in the US government and in the world died, but life had to find a way to move on. 

SYDNEY 2, March 20 2023

At Sydney 2, the addition of Gerard’s white contacts shows the Secretary decaying--but she has not stopped. Frank changed the drumhead message from ‘UNKILLABLE’ to ‘UNKILLABLES’, expanding the meaning from the context of his accident in Sydney to include the band, the fans, and on a wider level everything MCR represents. 

I think all of this is a metaphor for the band’s career in multiple ways. Firstly, the Secretary being undead of course reflects MCR’s return, and her zombified appearance aligns with the imagery of their new era (decay, swarm, the destroyed buildings of the stage set). Secondly, it is very interesting to me that they did this sequence of costumes and drumheads at the end of their headlining tour, rather that at the start. The story they told seems to imply a rebirth--MCR was ‘born’ out of the trauma, pain and confusion of 9/11, so the fact that they represented the start of the band on stage signifies a second beginning. 

(Thank you for reading to the end and if I got anything wrong please let me know!)

*EDIT 1 (23/03/23): They actually also played Skylines at Brisbane 2. I do think the position of Skylines in the Melb 2 set is still significant. They played it as the first encore song which mirrors it being the first MCR song and written shortly after 9/11.

EDIT 2 (30/03/23): So actually 8 shows of Secretary Gerard when you include Japan! Tokyo and Osaka analysis here

[cafecdramin]

More props that have been given away (x - x)

[velvetdestroya]

We a re My Fucking Chemical Romance! The Outer Fields, Auckland, New Zealand on March 11, 2023.

[photo credit; coupdemain]

[warmglowofsurvival]

[anytim3youwant]

20 november 2024 hozier at spark arena, auckland nz :') bstage

[oldphanny]

They're both going to regret those pleather pants when they get to Australia in December. Yes, the amount of chaffing and ball sweat happening during the performance is the only thing on my mind. It's beginning to look a lot like Sweatmas, my friends.

[princesscatherineblog]

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with Prince George arrive at the international airport in Wellington on April 7, 2014.

[onthisdayts]

The Reputation Stadium Tour

November 9, 2018 - Auckland, New Zealand

[xxbloodyrists666xx]

jesus was seen

[hometoursandotherstuff]

Not exactly a dome home, but round, ultra modern, and so expensive if you have to ask the price, you can't afford it. (But, it is really only available on request.) It's in Auckland, New Zealand and has 3bds, 1ba.

The living room area is placed off to the side of the dining area and spiral stairs. I would say that it's about the right size for IKEA furniture, but it's so expensive, why the cheap furniture and drop ceilings?

The terrace on the first level.

The home has glass walls that slide open in each area.

The ultra modern stainless steel kitchen is a part of the main living area.

It isn't huge, but large enough, and it gets a lot of natural light.

The wraparound upper deck provides beautiful views.

The spiral stairs go up to a bar and entertaining area.

The round bar has a very club-like look. I would really light this up.

Open the door and guests can wander out to the deck.

The bedrooms are on the other side of the circular home. The primary bedroom would be the largest room. It has a wall of windows and a door to go out on the terrace.

All 3 bedrooms have windows and sliding doors to the terrace.

The 3rd bedroom is the smallest. It would be good nursery, home gym or home office.

The single bath is quite large.

On the ground beneath the house there's a patio and yard area with a large garden shed.

https://www.sothebysrealty.com/eng/sales/detail/180-l-2814028-nezgnb/179-maraetai-drive-maraetai-auckland-au-2018

[velvetdestroya]

Ray’s feeling it hard The Outer Fields, Auckland, New Zealand on March 11, 2023.

[photo credit; coupdemain]