I was overseas in an overcrowded Europe once and someone said to me, “Do you realize how lucky you are to have a people and a valley to come from?” Every day I give thanks that I do.—Witi Ihimaera, New Zealand novelist

Explore the North Island with New Zealand native and novelist Keri Hulme in the October 1999 issue of TRAVELER.

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Auckland City
http://www.akcity.govt.nz/
Visit this city council site for an introduction to Auckland’s attractions, a calendar of events, city statistics, and information on parks and reserves in and around the city.

Discover New Zealand
http://www.new-zealand.com/
Find advice on what to pack and when to go as well as information on North Island destinations, the Maori people, and the flora and fauna of this lush country.

100% Pure New Zealand
http://www.purenz.com/shocked.cfm
Looking for an adventurous vacation? Browse this site for a wealth of suggestions.

New Zealand Infocus
http://www.infocus.co.nz/
Click on the interactive map to access pages about many different areas and cities in New Zealand.

New Zealand on the Web
http://www.nz.com/
Check out this comprehensive online guidebook, take a virtual tour of New Zealand, send an online postcard, or search for information about a particular place.

New Zealand Travel Guide
http://www.travelenvoy.com/newzealand.htm
Ever wished you knew a travel agent in the U.S. who really knew the inside scoop about New Zealand? Visit this site to find one and browse valuable information on places, activities, and services on the North Island.

Welcome to Auckland, New Zealand
http://www.aucklandnz.com/
Find out where to stay, what to do, and where to eat from the official Tourism Auckland Web site.