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Highlights of the South Island

Trent Johnson, bus driver with Magic Bus, one of New Zealands top tour operators, tells Hostelworld.coms Colm Hanratty what he thinks are the highlights of the countrys South Island

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On a tram in Christchurch

A good way to see Christchurch is on one of its famous trams


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Christchurch City Reviews

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Christchurch Review

great place, good facilities, took a while to find

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small christchurch

very small place with not a lot to do, decent place to start and end in the south island, not a great deal else to do.

Christchurch City Hostels

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    Chester Street Backpa...

    Welcome to Chester Street!We are a wonderful colourful kiwi vill... view more»

  • Foley Towers

    Foley Towers

    First try Foley Towers. Fabulously friendly and frequented by fr... view more»

  • Around The World Backpackers

    Around The World Back...

    We are a small and friendly family-owned and run backpackers app... view more»

  • Dorset House Backpackers

    Dorset House Backpack...

    Steeped in history and situated next to beautiful Hagley Park, D... view more»

  • The Old Countryhouse

    The Old Countryhouse

    Imagine a hostel within 15 - 20 minutes walking distance (5mins ... view more»

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