The variety of things to do in Dunedin New Zealand is only surpassed by the city’s varying reputations. Depending on who you are, the city’s name will conjure up different images. Horticulturists know Dunedin is New Zealand’s garden city. Photographers understand why many consider it the country’s most beautiful city. University students either know it …
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Distinction Hotel Dunedin Review: Best Sleep in New Zealand
The Distinction Hotel Dunedin is a refurbished masterpiece. A classic building occupying an entire city block, this former 1937 chief post office sat empty since the 1990s. Now restored with elegance, it reflects the heritage of this New Zealand city. Ideally located, incredibly comfortable, and a quiet escape, the Distinction Hotel Dunedin is the perfect South …
Dunedin Chinese Garden: Authentic Tranquil Beauty
Stepping across the bridge between the outside world and the tranquil beauty of the inside world, we entered the Dunedin Chinese Garden. It is a place of peace and reflection. Somehow, time slows down here. We soak it all in as our guide slowly walks us through. It is one of a handful of authentic …
Royal Albatross Centre: Tiny Penguins and Huge Seabirds
As the Northern Royal Albatross spreads its massive wings, I thought this day couldn’t get any better. Then, our second Royal Albatross Centre tour brought us to a beach that is now a Little Blue Penguin habitat. Here, we witnessed 95 fairy penguins return from the sea, waddle across the sand, and climb the rocks …
Taieri Gorge Train: A Dunedin Railways Adventure in New Zealand
Even before we boarded the Taieri Gorge train, we knew we were in for an extraordinary day. Dunedin Railways is well known for hosting some of the most impressive and scenic train trips in New Zealand. The 45 km Taieri Gorge lived up to our expectations. The South Island of New Zealand is spectacular, one …
