Did you know:  You’ll find neither a slot machine nor Keno in Boulder City, the only town in Nevada where gaming is outlawed.  It has been that way since the town was founded as a federal camp for workers on Hoover Dam in the 1930s.

New Zealand

Calling Cyclist Enthusiasts

The Tour of New Zealand, in only its second year has captured the imaginational of cycle riders throughout the world. The event is a challenging but non-competitive multi day cycle tour based on the professional tours, such as the Tour de France, but aimed at amateur and recreational cyclists.

The Tour of New Zealand, in only its second year in business has captured the imaginational of cycle riders throughout the world! The event is a challenging but non-competitive multi day cycle tour based on the professional tours, such as the Tour de France, but aimed at amateur and recreational cyclists. click for more information

KiwiRail: Northern Explorer – Waitomo stop added.

Yes, this is great news; Kiwi Rail is reinstating the Otorohanga stop on its Northern Explorer train service between Auckland and Wellington so you can visit Waitomo Caves. It will be on a ‘booked stop’ basis so if there are no booked passengers the train will not stop. Kiwi Rail and Waikato Tourism are developing packages to include the train fares, accommodation.

Great news; Kiwi Rail is reinstating the Otorohanga stop on its Northern Explorer train service between Auckland & Wellington so you can visit Waitomo Caves.
While you are there you could face your fears on the extreme Black Odyssey Caving Adventure or visit Treetops Lodge & Estate. Learn more.