CHRISTCHURCH HOTELS

Christchurch is a common starting point for exploring New Zealand’s South Island. But with so much to do and see in – and just out of – the island’s biggest city, it’s a wonder anyone ever leaves. The dining options, museums, and art galleries are all fantastic and worth a mention. However, the real draw power is in the outdoors. Sail the Pacific. Schuss snowy slopes. Fight fish. Watch whales. Swim with dolphins. Raft white water. Cycle the city, taking special note of the abundance of gardens, gardens, and more gardens. For the active, Christchurch is a playground of greenery boxed in by ocean blues and powdery whites.