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If there is one part of the country that's highly representative of these attributes, it's Waikato.
This region of the north island encompasses all or part of 11 individual territorial authorities - the most by any New Zealand region.
Hamilton is the main city centre in Waikato and the fourth largest urban area in New Zealand.
Because of its beautiful countryside and central location, many tourists like to stay in a bed and breakfast in Hamilton and its surrounding areas.
This form of accommodation offers tourists the greatest possible means to experiencing New Zealand's rural heartland.
Most bed and breakfasts around the world are located in slightly more rural areas and this certainly applies to Hamilton.
Residing on the outskirts of Hamilton gives you the best of both worlds.
As a contributor to one of New Zealand's largest directories of bed and breakfast accommodation, I have found that many holidaymakers like to stay in quieter, more relaxed areas, yet be close enough to visit and experience city life and the popular attractions and activities that they offer.
This is definitely the case when it comes to Hamilton.
There is plenty to do and see away from your bed and breakfast in Hamilton, including Hamilton Gardens which features stunning paths and passageways that lead to many gardens.
These gardens are largely influenced by international garden culture in China, Japan, England, America, India and Italy.
Visiting Hamilton Zoo is also a must inclusion in any holidaymaker's itinerary.
It hosts over 600 native and exotic animals, including the red panda, Sumatran tigers, lemurs, rhinos and chimpanzees.
I've found that a lot of people travelling alone through the Hamilton area have a strong preference to staying at bed and breakfast establishments.
They allow you to come and go as you please yet also offer the warmth and friendliness of their owners and the like-minded travellers that also stay there.
Whilst you are staying at your bed and breakfast in Hamilton, you are very likely to see an air balloon travel overhead.
This is a very popular way to get a close up view of Hamilton and the Waikato region.
You can experience true peace and tranquillity in a hot air balloon.
If this doesn't float your boat, you could possibly take a walk along the 11km walkway that runs along the banks of the Waikato River and through the centre of Hamilton.
Staying at a bed and breakfast in Hamilton gives you freedom and a feeling of being "home away from home".
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