‘Wellington’ Stories
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Wellington is New Zealand’s capital city, and is easily the country’s most happening place. Stretched around its waterfront and sheltered by houses clinging to lush green hills, Wellington has a unique inner-city focus. With most of the population either living in town or commuting in from the outer suburbs, a wide range of people work [...]
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The history of the European settlement of Wellington begins in 1840. This is when the first ship of settlers came ashore after Colonel William Wakefield purchased land from the Maoris for the New Zealand Company. The purpose was to set up both a centre for commerce along the harbor, but also an agricultural center along [...]
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This is backpacking in style! Ultra clean, modern, bright, fun and friendly. YHA Wellington City is centrally located just off Courtenay Place; close to the waterfront, Te Papa museum, Embassy Cinema, cafes, bars, shops and theatres. A wide range of comfortable accommodation is available, from the spacious and well appointed four and six share en-suite [...]
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The Mermaid Guesthouse is situated in Wellington’s inner city Aro Valley, an historic area with picturesque Victorian Villas gracing the bush covered hillsides. The guesthouse itself is a turn-of-the-century character building, which has been lovingly preserved and completely restored. Minutes walk to the wonderful Cuba Quarter it is also easy walking to Wellington’s theatres, cinemas, [...]
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Here you can stay in an architectural curiosity—a 1969 Roger Walker designer house—close to the city, university, and botanical gardens. This is a gay-owned, warm and friendly Homestay for gay men and their friends in Wellington, New Zealand. With stunning harbour views, central heating, fast continuous access cable/ broadband internet, the house is multi-level and [...]
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Built in 1880, fully renovated in October 2010 and located in the heart of the city’s vibrant Cuba Quarter these two self contained cottages each sleep four adults. These are heritage listed properties with modern day facilities. Located in the vibrant Cuba Quarter, just off Cuba Street they are easily accessible from the main Highway [...]
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If you are seeking relaxation in luxurious surroundings, then look no further. Just steps from the seaside, you will find Villa Melina located in Seatoun, a peaceful historical village. But it is located just minutes from the Wellington International airport and a few kilometres from Wellington city center. Designed with guests in mind, Villa Melina has [...]
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Wellington City Gaystay is your home away from home when visiting Wellington, New Zealand. Located on the edge of Mt Victoria your accommodation is just a few minutes walk down to Courtenay Place – the heart of the entertainment district with theatres, restaurants, bars & cafes and major tourism destination such as Te Papa Tongawera [...]
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Come explore Middle Earth – Wellington, New Zealand. This full day tour explores 9 different locations (including 20+ scenes) – Mount Victoria Greenbelt, Wellington suburbs, Hobbits surfing coastline and the native rainforest park of Rivendell. The picnic lunch is famous (though it might be in a different location if the weather isn’t so good) and you [...]
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