Backpacker lodges, hostels and budget hotels for budget conscious travellers. Hostels in New Zealand offer a range of budget accommodation options from shared dormitories to double rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Kitchens and social areas are usually shared and provide opportunities to meet other travellers. Backpackers and youth hostels are great for backpacking holidays and gap year travel in New Zealand.

The Christchurch area includes Christchurch city & suburbs, Christchurch Airport, Sumner Beach, Lyttelton, Akaroa and Banks Peninsula

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Rugby World Cup 2011 - Christchurch was due to play an important role in the RWC tournament but unfortunately the damage caused by the February earthquake has meant these games have been moved to other centres. However, the All Blacks New Zealand team will train at Rugby Park in Christchurch between 17th-19th September.

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