{"id":56336,"date":"2023-08-12T11:20:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-12T01:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/?p=56336"},"modified":"2025-02-26T22:42:19","modified_gmt":"2025-02-26T11:42:19","slug":"australia-or-new-zealand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/australia-or-new-zealand\/","title":{"rendered":"Australia or New Zealand? Where to go on your next trip"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Because as unfair as it is, you can only choose one country to explore at a time.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trying to figure out where to holiday next is tough, especially if you have a limited amount of time. Do you choose <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/australia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Australia<\/a> with its diverse landscapes and fantastic beaches? Or do you hop across the pond and go for <a href=\"\/new-zealand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">New Zealand<\/a> with its never-ending natural beauty and delicious local produce?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While it might seem impossible to decide right now, we\u2019ve put together a guide comparing the two countries when it comes to Indigenous culture, landscapes, cuisine, and cities and we promise that once you get to the end, the decision on where to go will (hopefully) become a little easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>First Nations culture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-flinders-ranges-explorer-05-iga-warta-first-nations-experience-5487.jpg\" alt=\"Two Aboriginal elders performing a song as part of a First Nations experience in South Australia. \" class=\"wp-image-56362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-flinders-ranges-explorer-05-iga-warta-first-nations-experience-5487.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-flinders-ranges-explorer-05-iga-warta-first-nations-experience-5487-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-flinders-ranges-explorer-05-iga-warta-first-nations-experience-5487-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia-flinders-ranges-explorer-05-iga-warta-first-nations-experience-5487-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> First Nations experience in South Australia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It wouldn\u2019t be right to come to Australia and not carve out some time to learn about and appreciate the culture of the people who\u2019ve been living off of and loving this land for centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you want to hear about Aboriginal saltwater heritage on the banks of Sydney Harbour, participate in a hands-on Aboriginal art experience on the Tiwi Islands, or learn about local foods and how they\u2019re used as bush medicine in Perth, there are plenty of ways to immerse yourself in this enchanting culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/adventures\/welcome-to-country-first-nations-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RELATED: 10 INCREDIBLE FIRST NATIONS EXPERIENCES IN AUSTRALIA<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel_New-Zealand_North-Island_Maori-Marae_800x450.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel_New-Zealand_North-Island_Maori-Marae_800x450.jpg\" alt=\"The intricately detailed structure of a Maori monument. \" class=\"wp-image-56349\" style=\"width:782px;height:439px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel_New-Zealand_North-Island_Maori-Marae_800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel_New-Zealand_North-Island_Maori-Marae_800x450-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel_New-Zealand_North-Island_Maori-Marae_800x450-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel_New-Zealand_North-Island_Maori-Marae_800x450-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Maori monument on the North Island<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Similar to Australia, New Zealand has its own Indigenous people known as M\u0101ori who\u2019ve been protecting the land for over 1000 years. If you want to learn more about this ancient culture, Rotorua is one of the best places to go. Located on the North Island, this town is full of traditional activities to participate in such as learning how to carve wood and watching a haka performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other significant sights include the Waitangi Treaty site in the <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/new-zealand\/bay-of-islands\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bay of Islands<\/a> region, the M\u0101ori Reserve of Arahura Pa, and the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve in <a href=\"\/new-zealand\/christchurch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Christchurch.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Landscapes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Adventure-Tours-Australia-Australia_NT_Simpsons_Gap-DSC04781.jpg\" alt=\"The red rock walls of Simpsons Gap with a clear river of water running through it. \" class=\"wp-image-56366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Adventure-Tours-Australia-Australia_NT_Simpsons_Gap-DSC04781.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Adventure-Tours-Australia-Australia_NT_Simpsons_Gap-DSC04781-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Adventure-Tours-Australia-Australia_NT_Simpsons_Gap-DSC04781-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-Adventure-Tours-Australia-Australia_NT_Simpsons_Gap-DSC04781-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Simpsons Gap, Northern Territory<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When talking about Australia\u2019s breathtaking landscapes it\u2019s more a question have \u201chow long have you got\u201d? rather than \u201cwhat are they?\u201d as this geographically large country boasts more than we could possibly count. Whether you\u2019re interested in seeing some coastal scenery, want to run your hands through the red dirt of the desert, or explore luscious environment after luscious environment, Australia is a place where you can do it all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think UNESCO World Heritage-listed reefs with their fascinating ecosystems full of colourful coral and tropical fish, national parks bursting with Aboriginal rock art, dense greenery, cascading waterfalls, and native wildlife, and mountain ranges with picturesque peaks and crystal-clear lakes you could easily spend a couple of hours looking at.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/australia\/flinders-ranges\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JOIN OUR FLINDERS RANGES EXPLORER TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-new-zealand_milford_sound.jpg\" alt=\"The extraordinary scenery of Milford Sound.\" class=\"wp-image-56370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-new-zealand_milford_sound.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-new-zealand_milford_sound-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-new-zealand_milford_sound-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-new-zealand_milford_sound-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Milford Sound<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s extremely hard to beat out Australia for \u2018best landscapes\u2019 but both the <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/new-zealand\/north-island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">North Island<\/a> and <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/new-zealand\/south-island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">South Island<\/a> of New Zealand give it a real go. From dramatic terrain full of glittering lakes, lush forests, and natural landmarks lurking around every corner to snow-capped mountains, white sandy beaches, and volcanoes that produce steamy hot springs and bubbling mud baths, this country promises a whole heap of spectacular sights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to get specific, visit the Hawkes Bay region for incredible scenery of New Zealand\u2019s wine country, look out over the extraordinarily clear waters of Lake Taupo, or take in the impressive stature of The Remarkables in Queenstown for some seriously unbeatable views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/adventures\/south-island-vs-north-island\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RELATED: SOUTH ISLAND VS NORTH ISLAND<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cuisine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-intrepid-drives-victoria_macedon-daylesford_piper-street-picnic-4805.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-intrepid-drives-victoria_macedon-daylesford_piper-street-picnic-4805.jpg\" alt=\"A flaky, golden meat pie cut in half\" class=\"wp-image-56372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-intrepid-drives-victoria_macedon-daylesford_piper-street-picnic-4805.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-intrepid-drives-victoria_macedon-daylesford_piper-street-picnic-4805-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-intrepid-drives-victoria_macedon-daylesford_piper-street-picnic-4805-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-intrepid-drives-victoria_macedon-daylesford_piper-street-picnic-4805-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Classic meat pie <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s be honest, food is one of the core factors when it comes to choosing where to holiday \u2013 you can\u2019t spend day after day exploring and then not be super excited to eat everything you see in sight when the exploring is over. Thankfully, Australia has one of the best cuisines going \u2018round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only are there hardcore Aussie snacks and meals you simply have to try during your travels, but Australia\u2019s cuisine has also been influenced by the multitude of cultures this country now calls home, so you\u2019ll actually have Italian, Indian, Greek, and Chinese dishes to choose from as well (among others).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, if you\u2019re looking for some quintessentially Aussie eats, sink your teeth into some lamingtons and Tim Tams, take a bit out of a meat pie or a piece of vegemite toast, delight your tastebuds with fresh seafood and barbecued meat, or sip on a cold beer or chocolate milo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/australia\/things-to-eat-in-australia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RELATED: THE THINGS YOU HAVE TO EAT ON YOUR AUSTRALIAN HOLIDAY<\/a><\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_gibbston-valley_winery_1B2A5100.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_gibbston-valley_winery_1B2A5100.jpg\" alt=\"Cheese and meat platter served alongside glasses of wine.\" class=\"wp-image-56375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_gibbston-valley_winery_1B2A5100.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_gibbston-valley_winery_1B2A5100-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_gibbston-valley_winery_1B2A5100-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-New-Zealand-NZ_gibbston-valley_winery_1B2A5100-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cheese platter <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Much like their pacific neighbours, New Zealand\u2019s cuisine has been largely impacted by other cultures, particularly the M\u0101ori and British cultures that see dishes such as koura (crayfish) and fish &amp; chips among the nation\u2019s most popular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some other notable snacks and meals to try while you\u2019re travelling around the country include pavlova, hokey pokey ice cream, manuka honey, hangi (a traditional Maori dish of meat and vegetables), and kina (sea urchin).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/new-zealand\/new-zealand-west-coast-adventure-145085\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH OUR NEW ZEALAND WEST COAST ADVENTURE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia_nsw_sydney_opera-house-twilight_ss-644995939-2.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia_nsw_sydney_opera-house-twilight_ss-644995939-2.jpg\" alt=\"The commanding figures of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge at twilight.\" class=\"wp-image-56377\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia_nsw_sydney_opera-house-twilight_ss-644995939-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia_nsw_sydney_opera-house-twilight_ss-644995939-2-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia_nsw_sydney_opera-house-twilight_ss-644995939-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-australia_nsw_sydney_opera-house-twilight_ss-644995939-2-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sydney Harbour at twilight<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It might seem like a bold claim to say that Australia\u2019s cities challenge its landscapes when it comes to holding travellers\u2019 attention but that doesn\u2019t make it any less true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have <a href=\"\/australia\/melbourne\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Melbourne<\/a> with its graffitied streets and caf\u00e9 culture obsession, <a href=\"\/australia\/sydney\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sydney<\/a> with its world-famous landmarks and beautiful harbour, <a href=\"\/australia\/hobart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cairns<\/a> with its laidback vibe and proximity to the <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/australia\/daintree\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daintree Rainforest<\/a>, and <a href=\"\/australia\/tasmania\/hobart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hobart<\/a> with its historic buildings and mountainous surroundings. Enough said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"\/australia\/tasmania-adventure-152720\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EMBARK ON OUR HIGHLIGHTS OF TASMANIA TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-IntrepidTravel-NZ-NorthIsland-Wellington-cable-car-view-ss_254848015.jpg\" data-rel=\"penci-gallery-image-content\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-IntrepidTravel-NZ-NorthIsland-Wellington-cable-car-view-ss_254848015.jpg\" alt=\"The red cable car on the outskirts of Wellington. \" class=\"wp-image-56380\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-IntrepidTravel-NZ-NorthIsland-Wellington-cable-car-view-ss_254848015.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-IntrepidTravel-NZ-NorthIsland-Wellington-cable-car-view-ss_254848015-425x239.jpg 425w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-IntrepidTravel-NZ-NorthIsland-Wellington-cable-car-view-ss_254848015-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.intrepidtravel.com\/adventures\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Intrepid-Travel-IntrepidTravel-NZ-NorthIsland-Wellington-cable-car-view-ss_254848015-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wellington<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While it might be hard to fathom how New Zealand can compete with the internationally recognised city of Sydney and the epicentre for arts and entertainment known as Melbourne, this island country actually holds its own when it comes to vibrant cities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the adventure capital of <a href=\"\/new-zealand\/queenstown\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Queenstown<\/a> and the inspiring atmosphere of Christchurch to the energetic vibe of <a href=\"\/new-zealand\/wellington\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wellington<\/a> and the natural beauty of <a href=\"\/new-zealand\/nelson\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nelson<\/a>, you\u2019ll never run out of beautiful concrete jungles to explore. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/new-zealand\/queenstown-southern-loop-145084\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CHECK OUT NEW ZEALAND&#8217;S CITIES ON OUR QUEENSTOWN SOUTHERN LOOP TOUR<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The verdict<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If we\u2019re being honest about it, there\u2019s no way we could decide which country is better to travel to first as each destination promises as many excitement-filled moments as the other. Australia might win when it comes to landscapes, but New Zealand is extremely close behind (like photo-finish close) and it has the culture and cuisine to rival its larger neighbour. So, we\u2019re calling it a draw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>EXPLORE <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"\/australia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AUSTRALIA<\/a> OR <a href=\"\/new-zealand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NEW ZEALAND<\/a> FOR YOURSELF ON OUR SMALL GROUP TOURS<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here&#8217;s an idea: visit one and then immediately go to the other one straight after. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16234,"featured_media":56361,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[455,1313,14],"tags":[26,2754,260,59],"class_list":["post-56336","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-feature","category-guides","category-news","tag-australia","tag-first-nations","tag-food-adventures","tag-new-zealand"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.3.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Australia or New Zealand? 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