Cross-strait ferries arrive at Picton, a nicely set small town sandwiched between the hills and the deep, placid waters of Queen Charlotte Sound. Many people only stop for a coffee looking out over the water before pressing on, but Picton makes a great base for a few days' exploring Queen Charlotte Sound. In town, don't miss the historic Edwin Fox ship, or head out on excellent cruises and kayak trips. Water taxis buzz across the water taking trampers to various points on the Queen Charlotte Track. Picton also makes a decent base ... More
Overview of Picton, New Zealand
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Cross-strait ferries arrive at Picton, a nicely set small town sandwiched between the hills and the deep, placid waters of Queen Charlotte Sound. Many people only stop for a coffee looking out over the water before pressing on, but Picton makes a great base for a few days' exploring Queen Charlotte Sound. In town, don't miss the historic Edwin Fox ship, or head out on excellent cruises and kayak trips. Water taxis buzz across the water taking trampers to various points on the Queen Charlotte Track. Picton also makes a decent base for exploring the wine region around Blenheim, half an hour's drive to the south.
I found the couple who are the proprietors, very friendly, down to earth, and very accomodating. Nothing was a trouble to them. The motel was conveniently located, within a ... More
I had the opportunity to study abroad for the fall semester of my junior year in college. I immediately took this amazing opportunity and decided to ...
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I had the opportunity to study abroad for the fall semester of my junior year in college. I immediately took this amazing opportunity and decided to go to Australia. I wanted to go someplace warm and exciting, and someplace where I possibly may never get to spend a long amount of time there again. I thought Australia would be the perfect place! I went through Butler University's Study Abroad Program, which was arranged with my home university. I decided to study at the University of Queensland near Brisbane, Australia. I was able to travel extensively during this time and hope this guide will ...
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Yay! I won a car on Trade Me! Nissan Sentra 1994 Cost more $1500 and less than $2000 Pick up is Tuesday Packed our bags today. No water cause of ...
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Yay! I won a car on Trade Me! Nissan Sentra 1994 Cost more $1500 and less than $2000 Pick up is Tuesday Packed our bags today. No water cause of council problems with supply so limited doing other stuff. V & E need more days to pack for their trip so we are leaving on Sunday the 13th instead from Pauanui. Left home at 6:30pm to catch our Plane at Dunedin. The Plane was meant to leave at 8:45pm but got delayed until 9:20pm and as a result we flew directly into Auckland where we caught a taxi to stay at the Grand Chancellor Hotel in Mangere and didn't get to bed until after midnight.
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Mercure Picton Marlborough Sounds formally Picton Yacht Club is located on Pictons stunning harbor. Sail the scenic harbor, explore the
Queen Charlotte Track, and indulge in a local drop at over 50 wineries. The hotel has rooms to suit ...
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NEW OWNERS offer a clean warm comfortable and friendly atmosphere. We are making changes to a wonderfully located backpackers. We
have painted and modernised a purpose built backpackers in the heart of Picton. Our work is on going so ...
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The Scenic Hotel Marlborough is just a few minutes walk from the city centre, one kilometre from the train station,
and only 20 minutes from the Picton Ferry Terminal.The hotel provides facilities for both business and leisure guests, and ...
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