Seafood is a huge part of New Zealand’s culture, many hours are spent each summer fishing, fish & chips are one the favourite dishes and much of the regional delicacies find their way to five star restaurants all over the world. Maori, in particular, have a special affinity with the sea, their legends tell of demi-god Maui fishing up the North & South Islands & creating the country we know as New Zealand. With all this cultural significance it’s little wonder that an entire festival has been created in order to celebrate the bounty of the sea & what better place to hold it than Kaikoura – the very name means ‘to eat crayfish’ (“kai” means food and “koura” means crayfish).
Over the years Kaikoura has really made its mark on New Zealand, & the world, by capturing the special significance the sea and the life therein play in our lives. Seafest is the annual celebration of the abundance of the sea and Kaikoura is the natural host for this event. The festival is held on the first Saturday of October & has grown annually into a wonderful festival full of sights, sounds and, of course, taste.With the event in its 17th year & the region of North Canterbury itself such a great place to visit you need to make sure you book your accommodation early to avoid disappointment. Choosing a Kaikoura motel is a good accommodation choice as they offer a lot of amenities for families with spaces for the children to play safely, facilities that allow you to cook your own meals – should you choose to – and they are also great for the budget, there are also great options for couples who want some time alone & for groups giving your lots of flexibility in room configurations.Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/6739980
