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New Zealand - January 2010
Posted by nztravelguide
... north on route 1 to Lake Taupo for the night. Day 6 - From Taupo it is an hours drive to Rotorua the geo-thermal capital of New Zealand. Stay the night. be sute to do a Maori hangi and maybe soak in the mud pools. Day 7 - from Rotorua take route 30 to ...
Best places to see in new zealand!
Posted by alexb6
... so excited now so if this post gets carried away I apologise! I leave in like 12 days for 2 months in australia then a month in new zealand! The thing is 'cos I'm doing the east coast and it's so popular I kinda know where I want to go ...
Some General Help Information
Posted by marmark
... same as here in Aus. (pardon my ignorance). Looking forward to hearing from you. How about a little general information about New Zealand so you will understand and be comfortable in your travels here. Food -New Zealand is superior in fresh ...
National flights New Zealand
Posted by rbisset
... would probably be ok. Auckland isn't the biggest place in the world. I think we recovered our bags within 30 minutes. Air New Zealand fly the route 20+ times a day (almost every 30 minutes) and you could probably reschedule the flight if necessary. If ...
Looking to hit the road in a camper?
Posted by ScottWoz
... Aug REGO'd till 15th May Full documentation Comfortable and reliable (starts every time) with everything you need to see New Zealand independently: · Sturdy fold-away bed · Duvet, pillows and huge fleece blanket · Full electric hookup with 8 ...
Upcoming Festivals
Posted by nztravelguide
... - 31 Jan - www.niufm.com 22nd Annual Crankup (vintage machinery) Invercargill - 31 Jan/1 Feb - www.edendalevmc.com New Zealand Fringe Festival (Wellington) 6 Feb/2 March - www.wellingtonnz.com Waiheke Wine Festival - 6/7/8 Feb - www.waihekewinefestival. ...
Meeting up at North Island New Zealand
Posted by seal
... east or west shore. Happy traveling. P.S. got about 2 weeks or less before heading for the south island for another month So what were you wanting to see while in new Zealand, as I am based in Auckland? Maybe I can give you some tips.... or something
Rotorua Info
Posted by nztravelguide
... Centre · 1 Auckland 2 Waitomo ... www.rotorua.co.nz/ - 12k - Cached - Similar pages Rotorua New Zealand, Tourism Information Rotorua New Zealand, tourism information network, travel New Zealand. www.rotoruainfo.co.nz/ - 7k - Cached - Similar pages
Where to live in New Zealand?
Posted by ScottWoz
... sell yourself short there. I enjoy the big city life but also want to really experience NZ. The only way to experience the real New Zealand is to get out and see it. This will mean moving around. Why don't you jolly around Auckland a while ...
Anyone going to New Zealand soon.....?
Posted by katieontherun
Hey, You'll love New Zealand. I always recommend wwoofing and help exchange to get in touch with some of the most amazing locals, some good local advice, and some money saving techniques, eg phonecards etc. You h elp out in people's houses, ...
Summer campervan adventure in NZ!
Posted by ScottWoz
... why your laptop won't work over here. If it's important to you and you use it a lot, it would be worth bringing. New Zealand is a safe country. As long as you're sensible you won't have any problems. You'll have an amazing time and ...
Going to New Zealand in September..help!!
Posted by bindu
HellO! I am going with my mom to New Zealand in September..arriving in Auckland leaving thru Christchurch for a total of nine days.. I am contemplating driving from Auckland--through the scenic routes--to wellington--the ferry-nelson-and thru west ...
NZ has the 'least affordable' housing
Posted by ScottWoz
... 39;ve just read : "New Zealand houses are now the least affordable in the world, according to an international survey. New Zealand was the only country of the six surveyed where all of the cities ranked were rated severely unaffordable. However, ...
Wine & Food Festivals for the next couple of months
Posted by nztravelguide
... Wine and Food Festival 06 Feb 10, 3:00pm - 9:00pm · Marlborough Wine Festival 13 Feb 10, 10:00am · The Liquorland New Zealand Beer Festival - Auckland 13 Feb 10, 12:00pm · Kia Motors Devonport Food, Wine & Music Festival 20 Feb 10 - Sun 21 Feb ...
South Island, New Zealand
Posted by summer2002
Hi, I am planning a vacation to New Zealand for next February 2009. I am planning to spend 12-14 nights in New Zealand and most of the time in south island. I am thinking about flying from Auckland to Christchurch and starting my trip from there..I have ...
New Zealand General Points of Interest
Posted by nztravelguide
... Everybody has an opinion but what I have tried to do is point out the places that are uniquely New Zealand. Not a specific list..................migh be fun if everyone here added their "points of interest"............................ From the ...
Best places to see in new zealand!
Posted by smiffy
... so excited now so if this post gets carried away I apologise! I leave in like 12 days for 2 months in australia then a month in new zealand! The thing is 'cos I'm doing the east coast and it's so popular I kinda know where I want to go ...
The TravelPod New Zealand Starter Kit!
Posted by kotitihaere
... of us! If interested in Maori, take a look at which has a wealth of general information about us. is where you will find New Zealand's indigenous Maori tourism operators tours and information is a good, cheap car hire place in Auckland
New Zealand
Posted by seal
Hi. I am actually from New Zealand, and i would most recommend that you travel here. Right now that summer is coming to a close, the temperates will start to come down a buit, but the temperatures are still in their 20s right now, with sun and showers in ...
Advice needed
Posted by charleston
... too long, it's an easy trap and an easy comfort zone without being wholly representative of what's really out there in New Zealand. What sort of things are you interested in? What activities, passions? This could help us point you in the right ...
Advice needed
Posted by ScottWoz
... too long, it's an easy trap and an easy comfort zone without being wholly representative of what's really out there in New Zealand. What sort of things are you interested in? What activities, passions? This could help us point you in the right ...
School holidays in New Zealand
Posted by nztravelguide
This may help someone plan their trip away from the busiest times in New Zealand: This page provides information on the 2009 School Terms and Holidays for State and State- Integrated primary, intermediate, secondary and composite schools. It also provides ...
North Island Towns
Posted by nztravelguide
The towns of the Far North above Auckland- Whangarei - Warkworth - Orewa - Dargaville - Whangaparaoa - Hamilton - Tauranga - Coromandel Peninsula - Rotorua - Taupo - www.laketauponz.com/ Gisborne - www.gisbornenz.com/ Napier - ...
Best deals/advice for campers in NZ?
Posted by fourloves
... , it's SUCH A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY! I know I sound like a teenage girl on MSN here, but holy crap I get excited when people talk about New Zealand, what a great country. Don't forget to post and let us know how you enjoyed it! Cheers, MacK
Working Holiday Visa process
Posted by mmork
Hi! I´m new to this page. I would like to know if anybody knows how many days does it usually take for a new zealand working holiday visa to be processed. I´m hoping to flight to Auckland by 22th of December, but the online application process is ...
holiday in new zealand
Posted by tim21
We are planning to go to New Zealand in 2011. We have been advised to go after early Febuary to miss all the school kids Is this good advice? We are retired so time is not an issue and we hope to book timeshare in both North and South Island/ This ...
South Island itinerary
Posted by thegiants
Hello, This is my first post on this forum. I am planning a trip to New Zealand and have limited time for the South Island. We are renting a campervan for 6 - My wife myself and 4 kids aged 4 to 13. We will land in Christchurch on a Wednesday afternoon. ...
7 day whirlwind tour of NZ - ideas?
Posted by nztravelguide
... flood). Does anyone have any suggested itineraries? I've read quite a few things but it's hard to narrow down to such a short time period! Thanks! Check out the website - New Zealand Travel Guide - www.newzealandtravelguide.net
New Zealand - January 2010
Posted by govenderb
I will be visiting New Zealand in January 2010. Landing in Christchurch and departing from Auckland 8 days later. Can I please have some recommendations on how best to utilise these days covering the main areas of attraction. I intend hiring a car and ...
Tree House Restaurant
Posted by nztravelguide
came across this Tree house restaurant which is located in New Zealand (im not sure which part) which is oddly pod shaped and built ten metres up in a tree (looks great i actually wana go) was wondering anyone been here? It is located ...
