Kia Ora! Welcome!
Welcome to the ultimate site for planning your New Zealand travel.
Come and explore the wonders and delights of New Zealand and turn your dreams into reality. We might be slightly biased, but we think New Zealand is the most beautiful country on earth and the least crowded. Aotearoa (Land of the Long White Cloud) is a long, relatively thin landmass similar in size and/or shape to Great Britain, Colorado or Japan, with a population of only 4 million people. There are two main islands, North and South Islands that are divided by a stretch of Water - The Cook Strait - which can be crossed by ferry or by air.
This spectacularly beautiful landscape is both a traveller’s and a geologist’s dream offering everything from rugged coastlines, stunning sandy beaches, magnificent mountain ranges, glaciers, crystal clear rivers and streams, active volcanoes, thermal wonderlands, deep fiords and lush rainforests. A temperate climate with relatively small seasonal variation makes this an ideal holiday destination. New Zealand has something for everyone, whether you are looking to escape to peace and quiet to relax and rejuvenate; or looking for an adventure playground to satisfy your thirst for an adrenaline inducing experience; then New Zealand is the place to visit.
travelling to nzAll of the information you require regarding how to get to NZ, what you need to know before travelling and what to expect upon your arrival |
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getting around nzOnce you're here you need to be able to get around so here's a run down of the internal transport options |
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regions of nzNew Zealand is broken up into a number of different regions, all famous for different reasons, so if you've had a region recommended to you then this is how you work out where it is |
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driving routes in nzThere are a number of well sign posted official driving routes throughout NZ, this page provides you with all of them on a map |
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types of accommodationSomewhere to lay your head? There are a variety of options in most countries and NZ is no different. Have a look through what is available and then use the Accommodation tab on the Location pages of the Directory Listings to find one to suit you |
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a bit about our history & cultureGet an understanding of what has made New Zealand the country that it is today |
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our environment - flora & faunaOne of the things that New Zealand is famous for is its extensive native bush and unsettled land providing a playground for those that love the great outdoors |
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climateGet the low down on what sort of weather to expect during your visit |
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clothing / dress codeRecommendations on what to pack depending on the season you choose to travel and the activities you're taking part in |
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currencyWhat's your currency worth, where can you get it from, local taxes and tipping policy |
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time differencesOne of the first countries to see the sun each day, work out the time difference between home and NZ |