In September and October 2011 New Zealand will host the world’s third-largest sporting event – the Rugby World Cup. Approximately 70,000 international visitors are expected to attend, meaning that it is essential to book well in advance for accommodation and transport during this period. The event will include a nationwide festival showcasing New Zealand’s entertainment, arts, cuisine and lifestyle, so even if your clients are not sports fanatics, it will be an exciting time to visit. 
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A highlight of a visit to Dunedin and a must-do all-weather experience is a trip on the Taieri Gorge Railway – one of the world’s great train trips and one of Dunedin’s top attractions. Departing daily from downtown Dunedin into the Taieri Gorge, the train travels through some of New Zealand’s most beautiful scenery which cannot be seen from the road, through a spectacular narrow river gorge and ever-changing landscapes. The trip includes a commentary, sightseeing stops and viewing platforms throughout the train. Café for refreshments aboard.
Capacity: 450. Duration: 4 hours to Pukerangi, 6 hours to Middlemarch. Season: All year. Price: $79 – $91.
