IFSA Butler was definitely the way to go when traveling anywhere, especially if its New Zealand. Not only are the staff very knowledgeable but they make everything fun. Not in the corny freshman orientation way but the enjoyable way! After picking us up at the airport it is a whirlwind of activity for a few days to get everyone over the jet lag.
We went kayaking, hiking, swam in natural hot springs, played rugby and cricket, went rock climbing, and so many other things that I can't even remember. The amazing IFSA-Butler staff also taught us ...
The definite highlights were the Marae and the Villa Maria Winery, which were both on our last day of orientation. The Marae is the traditional meeting house of a Maori people of New Zealand. It was a great honor and an eye opening experience to spend the night there. Kiwis are welcoming in general but being inducted into something so ancient and beautiful was truly an honor.
Wine tasting, well that was just awesome. No description needed!
After that we jumped on the plane to Dunedin!
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