V_icki_e Posted October 23, 2018 #1 Share Posted October 23, 2018 Morning everyone! I will be cruising to NZ in January and am seeking some honest feedback about the current state of Christchurch. We've done this cruise before and while we love the port of Akaroa, we are considering getting the Princess shuttle into Christchurch for the day. I've heard mixed reviews on other forums about the city, specifically about the amount of 'emptiness' there after their devastating earthquakes. What do you think? Thank you everyone! P.S. - how on earth I haven't discovered Cruise Critic before now is unbelievable! This place is an absolute goldmine of information ... I could be getting a little addicted 😉 Vickie. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted October 24, 2018 #2 Share Posted October 24, 2018 Christchurch is rebuilding, should be interesting to visit if you have never visited before. for instance, the new art gallery has opened. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flymeaway Posted October 25, 2018 #3 Share Posted October 25, 2018 We were in Christchurch this past February. We did take the shuttle and brought the hop on hop off bus tour with a tour of their Botanical Garden. It was a wonderful day! The gardens were beautiful! And the tour was a highlight of our trip. Right next to the gardens is a museum that was interesting and free. We walked back to where the shuttle dropped us off from the garden and stopped for ice cream along the way. If I had a chance to go again I would do this tour again. I really like Christchurch. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventures ahead Posted September 18, 2019 #4 Share Posted September 18, 2019 This is an older thread but almost the same question, though this will be our first (probably only) time in NZ. We'll be in Akaora 8am-6pm in Jan and wonder if we should venture into Christchurch or entertain ourselves closer to the port. Akaora sounds like a picturesque area with several options of things to see and do. I've searched the board, already have some suggestions, and am seeking some up-to-date opinions on going into Christchurch vs staying in/around Akaora. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted September 19, 2019 #5 Share Posted September 19, 2019 There will be plenty to do in Akaroa, but if interested you can take the journey in Christchurch to see the continued regeneration of the city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare erewhon Posted September 19, 2019 #6 Share Posted September 19, 2019 Have you seen this website? https://akaroa.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adventures ahead Posted September 19, 2019 #7 Share Posted September 19, 2019 10 hours ago, erewhon said: Have you seen this website? https://akaroa.com Excellent website!!! Thank you! A lovely town. No need for a long bus ride to see re-construction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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