New Zealand

At a Glance

New Zealand is a South Pacific country of extraordinary natural beauty, from the fiords of the South Island and the thermal landscapes of Rotorua to the golden beaches of the north, all within a society that is relaxed, welcoming, and deeply shaped by its Māori heritage. The outdoor culture is central to daily life, and the country consistently delivers on adventure, wildlife, and scenery. The distances from most of the world are significant, but those who make the journey rarely regret it.

• First country to give women the right to vote — in 1893.
• More sheep per person than almost any country, yet tourism now earns more than wool.
• Has no native land mammals other than bats — all others arrived with humans.