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    Tasman glacier in New Zealand.
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    My New Zealand story

    It's not just the epic landscapes that stay with you, it's the way you feel when you're there.

    ByNational Geographic Staff
    November 13, 2018

    In New Zealand, the warm way of welcoming someone is known as manaakitanga; an indigenous Māori concept representing a unique style of hospitality, generosity and kindness. For this hashtag challenge #mynewzealandstory we asked the Your Shot community to share with us images and stories that showcase the intangible things that make New Zealand such a special place. It's not just the epic landscapes that stay with you, it's the way you feel when you're there.

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