<DIV><I>Insight Guide New Zealand</I> is an indispensable guide to a land of epic scenery, thrilling outdoor experiences and fascinating cultural diversity, accompanied by stunning travel photography. Be inspired by our <B>Best of New Zealand</B> section highlighting unmissable sights and experiences and lavish <B>Photo Features</B> on adventure sports, exploring the national parks, and the <I>Lord of the Rings</I> phenomenon.<BR>With a longer and more in-depth <B>history and culture</B> section than its competitors, this travel guide provides an essential introduction to New Zealand’s Maori culture, settlement and colonization and contemporary politics and environmental issues. The informative text, written by regional experts, is a pleasure to read.<BR>A detailed <B>Places </B>section, with full-color maps, guides you around the regions that make up this breathtaking country, starting in the sophisticated city of Auckland and finishing up in the vast southern extremes of Southland, Fjordland and Stewart Island.<BR>A comprehensive <B>Travel Tips</B> section gives you all the travel advice you need to plan your trip. The selective listings for hotels and restaurants are the personal recommendations of a regional specialist.</div>