New Zealand is undeniably a beautiful country from whatever angle you view it. And for those thrill seekers a view from the sky is very special. A week seeing some spectacular vistas from hot air balloon’s and small planes will stay with a person for a lifetime. There are plenty of companies that specialise in these type of excursions from champagne breakfasts to heli skiing. Those that prefer their feet firmly planted on solid ground will enjoy the many hikes that thread their way from the tip of the North Island right to the bottom of the South Island. With good food and good wine, what isn’t to love about the land of the Long White Cloud.