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In the Autumn 2024 issue of AA Directions, we take a road trip from Wellington to Golden Bay, get up close with wild stingrays in Gisborne, explore a forgotten world on the Northern Explorer train journey and head overseas to Tonga and the Kimberley Region in Western Australia.
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Gisborne: sunshine, surf and stingrays
We take a family-friendly East Coast escape to explore the best bits of Gisborne. Read the story . . .
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Top Spot: Jesse Mulligan
Radio host and restaurant reviewer Jesse Mulligan shares his favourite place to visit in New Zealand. Read the story . . .
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Northern Explorer: train journeys and forgotten worlds
Discover a forgotten world adventure via the Northern Explorer train. Read the story . . .
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Getting Lost: a journey with no destination
Hit the road with the Getting Lost card game to see where you end up. Read the story . . .
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Tropical Tonga
Experience authentic island life and see humpback whales in the Kingdom of Tonga. Read the story . . .
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True North: a luxury boat cruise in Western Australia
Explore Kimberley, Australia’s greatest wilderness area on a luxury cruise. Read the story . . .
Cross the Cook Strait to discover the top of the South Island - from artistic Nelson to gorgeous Golden Bay. Read the story . . .
Te Waikoropupū Springs in Golden Bay are a must-do. Photo by Jo Percival.