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Not by chance was New Zealand chosen to represent Tolkien´s ancient Middle-Earth in the film trilogy The Lord of the Rings. "Vast and varied, breathtakingly beautiful and perilous," the land harks back to a mythological past.

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Brief History - Politics - Economic Life - Traditions - Friendships & Family - Relationships - Bureaucracy - Religion - Humour - Local Holidays - Taboos - Invitations - Gifts - Dress - Business etiquette - Punctuality & Appointments - Team working

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Culture Smart! has come to the rescue of hapless travellers, Sunday Times Travel - the perfect introduction to the weird, wonderful and downright odd quirks and customs of various countries, Global Travel - full of fascinating, as well as common sense

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