THE TRIP THAT IS NEVER FORGOTTEN.
A journey thiough the wonderful scenery of the Wanganui River can never bo forgotten. Adjectives fail to describe its magnificence and its charm. Every turn of the river reveals new beautiesnow a long reach, then a lovely waterfall, here a magnificent curve, there a sheer cliff—while beautiful natural bush and ferns cover all down to the water's edge. Even world travellers are astonished and entranced, and admit that there is nothing to equal tho Wanganui in beauty. Every comfort is provided for the tourist—-swift river steamers carry tho passenger, while half way between Taumarunui and Pipiriki is the unique houseboat, with first-class accommodation for 70 visitors. Fipiriki House is replete with all the conveniences and luxuries of the best modern hotels. Folks come from all over tho world to see the Wanganui River. But you — you taken the trip? It is within a few hours' journey of Auckland, and full particulars may be obtained from all Government Tourist Bureaux, Cook and Sons, tourist agents, and A. Hatrick and Co., Ltd., Wanganui and Taumarunui.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume XLIX, Issue 14888, 13 January 1912, Page 5
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179THE TRIP THAT IS NEVER FORGOTTEN. New Zealand Herald, Volume XLIX, Issue 14888, 13 January 1912, Page 5
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