Have you ever heard the word
“Kiwi”? Of course, you do. This single word means so much and I realized that
when I went to New Zealand. Traveling to this stunning country will leave you
in awe of their picturesque nature and peaceful environment. Although I was
captivated by the beauty of New Zealand, there are three (3) things, one (1)
word that made me more interested in this country and that is - “Kiwi”.
Long before the only Kiwi, I am
fond of is the Kiwi fruit. Its brownish-green fuzzy skin was a standout, while its flesh tastes like a pineapple and a berry which I really like. According
to Wikipedia, Kiwifruit
or kiwi is a main horticultural export earner for New Zealand. They have
developed export markets that make the fruit in demand. The cultivation of
this fruit starts in China and the seeds of this fruit were introduced to New
Zealand. The popularity of this fruit paved a long way that even a tour is
conducted in order to accommodate tourists who want to see and eat this
mouth-watering fruit. You may experience this Kiwi farm tour at Agrodome Farm.
The second Kiwi I am introduced to is “One of the unique finds in New Zealand." It is their nocturnal flightless bird which they call Kiwi, kiwi bird for others. This is the national symbol of New Zealand, nowadays Kiwis are considered endangered which is why they are taking good care of these birds.
Did you know that these birds
are the only bird in the world with nostrils at the end of its beak? Alongside
is a sensory pit that lets them sense prey that might be around. Some people
might consider Kiwi birds as cute but they can be very fierce and territorial
at some point. Who wouldn’t love to see these iconic birds in real life? I was
able to see them during our tour at Paradise Valley / Fairy Springs. Well if
you do agree, it is one of the reasons why I am still fascinated with it, this
bird’s mysterious characteristic is surreal.
Lastly but yet one of the most
important Kiwi are the people of New Zealand. My trip to New Zealand was one of
the most exciting experiences of mine, not only because of the beautiful places,
good food, and unique finds but also because of the people we meet. I can say
that Kiwis are very hospitable. The name ‘kiwi’ which New Zealanders are
called comes from the nocturnal flightless bird which was really important for
the New Zealanders. It was during the war which the New Zealand soldiers were
tagged as “kiwis'' and that name was called to the people of New Zealand even
up to this time. Eventually, the term Kiwi was recognized by all New
Zealanders who proudly embraced this tag just like the bird, New Zealanders
are unique, adaptable, and hospitable.
So now when people say “Kiwi”,
ask them which one are they pertaining to? And let them know that these New
Zealand Kiwis are one or should I say three of the major reasons why they need
to go to the land of the Kiwis – New Zealand.
Seize the opportunity to visit and join our Kia Ora New Zealand tour packages and make an encounter with the great “Kiwi’s” of New Zealand just like what our group did.
What are you waiting for? Plan your New Zealand trip and fly with us soon.
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Created by: Arby Lipang
Photos by: Rakso Travel, Genelyn Bonto, & Arby Lipang
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