DanWarren wrote:Hi,
Most people go to so many popular places which are crowded and seem much like repeated trips, but New Zealand is a breed apart. The scenery anywhere is absolutely beautiful, be it the beaches or the lakes. the South Island has some of the most beautiful beaches and you would find most of them in untouched condition. Tourism is yet to take the big leap, but a visit there will surely convince you to your satisfaction.
The scenery that you have seen in The Lord of The Rings are actually inspired from New Zealand.
Yup, that's true! The Lord of The Rings have been using the beautiful landscapes of New Zealand as the backdrop. Even the flashy and colorful Bollywood of India have shot a lot of movies there. Talking of my own experience, I can say that it a lot better than many popular but crowded tourist destination the world over. Also, hotels in New Zealand are easily available and a lot of times offer great discounts.
Nice place for sure!!