Destination: New Zealand

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Perfect for nature lovers: the incredible lodges of the North and South Island.

Read our Overview and Strategies.

Also in this report: The islands’ best hotels under Where to Stay, sights not to miss under What to See & Do.

INDAGARE TOP NINE

SLEEP…in the cottages at Kauri Cliffs, the one of the original New Zealand “super lodges”

EXPERIENCE…world-class fly-fishing for rainbow trout at Huka Lodge

SPLURGE…on one of New Zealand’s magnificent private island properties

SAVOR…incredible views of Lake Wakatipu from Blanket Bay

EAT…locally sourced and exquisitely prepared five-course dinners at Otahuna Lodge

DRINK…coffee and watch the local scene at S.P.Q.R in Auckland:, a local favorite

VISIT…the spectacular nature at Kaikoura Wilderness Walkway

SEE…sublime views of Milford Sound (Lord of the Rings scenery) from a helicopter

SHOP…at Kiwi fashion designer Karen Walker’s flagship boutique

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