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Discover a winter wonderland

The TranzAlpine™ from Christchurch to Greymouth is a world-class journey through one of the most striking natural landscapes on the planet. And winter is a great time to do it.

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Interislander Kaitaki Onboard magician Feature

30 years of magic on Interislander™

He is Interislander’s most iconic and endearing entertainer and a special member of our family. His magical shows have been keeping us laughing for thirty years. Yes, this is the story of Nigel Kennedy!

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The TranzAlpine™ - A no fuss family getaway

The TranzAlpine train is one of the best ways to see the South Island. And we’ve got a stack of reasons to prove it plus a bunch of tips when travelling with kids – and some family-friendly things to do along the way.

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