The New York Times – Film:
He reimagined “Once Were Warriors,” a novel about a Maori family, as a film that became a worldwide phenomenon. He went on to direct Hollywood movies.
Category: New Zealand
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4 Luxurious New Zealand Lodges Where the Scenery Is the Star
The New York Times – Travel:
Spread out along the road between Christchurch and Queenstown, lodge hotels, many in remote spots, offer luxury with a sense of place.
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Review: Pene Pati, a Tenor With an Affinity for French Poetry and Rugby
The New York Times – Music:
Pene Pati made his New York recital debut at the Armory with a program that showcased his voluptuous voice and revealed a chamber musician’s sensitivity to nuance.
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Fries With Your McBaguette? For Some Travelers, McDonald’s Is a Destination.
The New York Times – Travel:
A new photography book showcases idiosyncratic locations, including a “ski-through” window in Sweden, and local menu offerings that some see as an entry point into an unfamiliar cuisine.
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Fries With Your McBaguette? For Some Travelers, McDonald’s Is a Destination.
The New York Times – Travel:
A new photography book showcases idiosyncratic locations, including a “ski-through” window in Sweden, and local menu offerings that some see as an entry point into an unfamiliar cuisine.
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In New Zealand, Experiencing the Miracle of Flight Anew
The New York Times – Travel:
The country’s domestic airlines play a crucial role in connectivity. But for the casual flier, even the journey is captivating.
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Travelers Look for Deeper Experiences With Native Cultures
The New York Times – Travel:
Around the globe, travelers are looking to get beyond superficial interactions with Native cultures for more in-depth experiences, like tours led by Indigenous guides and stays at Native-owned lodges.
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Celine Dion ‘Siren Battles’ Prompt Complaints in New Zealand City
The New York Times – Music:
A subculture has developed among Pacific Islander communities based on who can blast music — often Ms. Dion’s songs — the loudest. Some call it too disruptive.
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When Fiji Beats Australia, and It Almost Isn’t an Upset
The New York Times – Sports:
The Pacific Island nations, hardly sports powers, can hold their own and then some in rugby.