Insight Guide New Zealand is a comprehensive, full colour travel guide to this small but amazingly diverse country, & provides both inspiration & information to plan a memorable trip. The Best Of New Zealand section is our pick of the top attractions & unmissable experiences such as walking on Franz Josef Glacier, discovering the Waitomo glow-worm caves, & taking a jetboat ride on the Dart River through the pristine Mount Aspiring National Park. Lively features immerse you in New Zealand's fascinating history & culture, exploring Maori handicrafts & traditions as well as contemporary Kiwi music, theatre & film. We also show you where to sample the country's high-quality food & wine, try out adrenaline-pumping outdoor activities, & get up close to gurgling geysers & other sulphurous geothermal wonders. The Places section covers the entire country in detail, from the sun-kissed capital, Auckl&, in the north to the remote Fiordland National Park in the South. There are insightful descriptions of all the main attractions, & detailed, full-colour maps for easy orientation, plus beautiful photography throughout. The Travel Tips section provides comprehensive planning information, & our independent reviews of selected hotels & restaurants lead you to the most authentic establishments.