Wellington, New Zealand's capital city has so much to offer. Set on the edge of a stunning harbour and surrounded by rolling hills, it's a city waiting to be explored.
Wellington is home to most national theatre, dance and performance companies as well as the national museum, archives and library. As a result there's something on almost every night in Wellington - from pacific inspiration to local and international performances.
The Wellington Member Weekend will offer the participants the opportunity to discover Wellington in different ways.
Saturday activity options:
Meet in the hostel in reception at 10.00am
- Te Papa (self guided for free or by group guide at a cost)
- Zealandia (formerly Karori Wildlife Sanctuary) – entry fee
- Weta Workshop (see below for details)
- Carter Observatory (may be able to arrange night visit if enough interest) – entry charge
- Somes Island/Eastbourne walks via Eastbourne Ferry (ferry cost)
- Walking tour (self guided including Parliament, Government Centre, Cable Car, Te Papa, Gardens) – some entry fees
There is also an opportunity on Saturday for a boat trip to Kapiti Island on offer. The cost of the trip is around $80 pp plus travel to and from Wellington. Please express your interest by emailing Jonathon Tunnell by July 15 2010.
Accommodation is available at YHA Wellington and a 50% discount will apply to those YHA members who stay both Friday and Saturday nights. Space is limited so be in quickly to get a bed.
If you would like to book accommodation please call Lisa Gebbels at YHA Wellington on (04)
801 7280 or alternatively you can email Lisa Gebbels
Transport
Parking space at the hostel is very limited so please consider using public transport as a travel
option.
Weta Workshop
Hours: Seven days a Week, 9am - 5:30pm
Driving? 20 minutes from central Wellington. Free street parking.
Bus route 2: Get off at Camperdown Rd
Sunday 10.00 am - National Board forum
The forum will be held at the hostel in the reading room. The forum provides an opportunity for
members to hear what is happening in YHA and ask questions. Morning tea will be provided.
This offer is available to NZ members only and will be accepted on a first in, first served basis.
Daily Timings:
Friday
Arrive at YHA Wellington City, which is located at 292 Wakefield Street. Make your own
arrangements for Friday night's dinner and catch up with other members at the hostel.
Saturday
Morning
Breakfast will be served from 8.30am in the hostel dining area.
Evening
The evening meal will be provided by YHA and held in the hostel. This will be either a curry
meal or pizza.
Sunday
Morning
Breakfast will served in the hostel kitchen from 8.30am in the hostel dining area.
Check out time at the hostel is 10.00am but if you would like to store your luggage until your departure please talk to the hostel staff.
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