Auckland

Auckland, apart from being the major commercial and retail hub of ''New Zealand'', is also worldwide known as a fantastic doorway to the country for immigration and tourism. It is set up on a contracted cape between 2 harbors and is bordered by picturesque islands and extinct volcanoes. Auckland was desired by several rulers and fought over due to its richness including its productive volcanoes, forested hills and docks full of delicious seafood.  Maoris were the first to settle in the city but in later years, immigrants from Pacific Islands also contributed a lot in the population.  

In the year 1840, after buying around three thousand acres land from Ngati Whatua, the city came into view as British colony settlement and first governor namely Lieutenant William Hobson selected the city as capital of ''New Zealand''. What primarily fascinated at that time were magnificent Manukau and Waitemata harbors and immediacy to both rive and fertile land access in south as well as north.   

Sightseeing places in Auckland

When it comes for things to do, there is much more to experience in Auckland. From seafaring in harbor to jumping off Auckland Harbor Bridge, playing a golf session in scenic peninsula or taking a horse ride along white sand coastline, the city has all. By observing the cultural opulence, it is not difficult to determine why it is often named as the best lifestyle city in world.  Auckland Museum which is situated on hills in south east region is worth visiting. It houses largest compilation of ''Polynesian'' artifacts of world and exhibits all important objects associated to natural history of New Zealand.

Parnell village accommodates one of the most popular historical locations; you can see Maoris cemetery, church and houses. Some other sightseeing places are Aotea Square, Underwater world entry cricket, Auckland Harbor Coffee Cruise, art galleries, Hauraki Gulf Islands and countless museums.

Airlines flying to Auckland

Air New Zealand, Korean Air, Virgin Blue, Cathay Pacific, LAN Airlines, Air Pacific and United Airlines offer cheap flights to Auckland

Passport and Visa requirements for US Citizens

U.S. citizens are required to present a valid passport that has at least one blank visa page and the passport should not expire within six months of the last day you are in the country. U.S. citizens are not required to secure a visa in advance of travel to the country. You may stay in the country without a visa for a stay of up to 90 days.