International Antarctic Centre
The International Antarctic Centre is a visitor and conference center located in the Harewood suburb, Christchurch, New Zealand. The center is very notable because it stands close to the Christchurch International Airport. The International Antarctic Centre consists of Antarctic exhibits and cafes, and home to New Zealand, United States and Italian Antarctic Programmes making it one of the major tourist attractions in the country. In September 2009, the center was announced as the Champion Host Winner for medium and large enterprise categories by the prestigious Canterbury Champion Awards Dinner. In October 2015, the center was bought by a tourism company called Real Journeys from Christchurch Airport.
Located in Christchurch center is the Commodore Airport Hotel, a 4.5-star hotel that features a lot of advantages, like being close to the airport. The hotel offers spacious and well-lighted rooms with premier amenities, such as free use of fitness center with workout room, free high-speed internet, and an onsite bar and lounge. Adjacent to the hotel is the Christchurch Art Gallery, a museum that collects New Zealand's most significant and memorable art collections. The museum features Reason for Voyaging, which is considered as the largest sculpture in the museum. Christchurch Botanic Gardens is a place where unique species of floras are being placed, from daffodils to summer roses. The garden has an impressive conservatory with extensive collection of cacti and cute succulents. Near the attractions is the Airport Lodge Motel, perhaps the best hotel for people who have limited budget. This hotel provides high-quality service despite its affordable value. Such services include high-speed internet connection and complimentary toiletries. Don’t forget to visit the nearby city of Templeton.
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Weather Forecast for International Antarctic Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand
If you planning to travel to International Antarctic Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand, here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 7:50 PM.
The temperature feels like 47.05 with a humidity level of 79 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 43 percent with visibility at 14.9 percent.
Today’s UV index is 3, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling northeast at a speed of 11 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 5:05 AM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Sunday
6/2
Broken clouds
49°F
High: 54°F
Low: 45°F
Precipitation: 0%
Monday
6/3
Few clouds
49°F
High: 55°F
Low: 46°F
Precipitation: 0%
Tuesday
6/4
Clear Sky
48°F
High: 51°F
Low: 43°F
Precipitation: 0%
Wednesday
6/5
Scattered clouds
49°F
High: 55°F
Low: 47°F
Precipitation: 0%
Thursday
6/6
Scattered clouds
51°F
High: 55°F
Low: 49°F
Precipitation: 0%
Friday
6/7
Few clouds
52°F
High: 56°F
Low: 51°F
Precipitation: 0%
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