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Americano Motor Inn: Marlborough Piction New Zealand: Piction Accommodation

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Home to some of New Zealand’s most serene farmland, lush countryside and sparkling waters, the township of Picton is located at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound and is a renowned tourist destination as well as the gateway to the spectacular South Island.

The bustling port of Picton is used for numerous ferry crossings between the North and South Islands and is situated at the head of the picturesque Queen Charlotte Sound. The Lynx, Blue Bridge and Interislander ferries operate daily for the transportation of passengers and vehicles wanting to cross between Wellington and the mainland.

The first europeans to settle in Marlborough were whalers in the early 1820's. Today Picton serves as a thriving tourism destination and is the center for Marlborough Sounds fishing and aquaculture. The charming village is nestled on an attractive foreshore and offers enjoyable activities ranging from fishing, dolphin and seal watching to award winning Eco tours, mountain biking, kayaking and short walks.

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