New Zealand Travel FAQ's

Driving from Christchurch to Tekapo then to Queenstown in July? 
Hi everyone,

I am planning to drive from Christchurch to Tekapo and stay there a few days, then drive from Tekapo to Queenstown. Then back up to Christchurch ...

Getting to Christchurch from Akaroa - Cruise Ship 
Hi Gail

Can you tell me if it is possible to get into Christchurch from Akaroa ? We are travelling by cruise ship but they charge a lot to get by bus ...

Walking to Red Rocks Seal Colony from Cruise Ship Dock 
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Are the seals at Red Rocks in Wellington close enough to walk from the cruise ship dock? If not, will the hop on/hop off bus get us close enough ...

Transport to New Zealand Walking Tracks 
Hi, I've been researching my trip to NZ for about 2 months. I arrive approx. Dec 1 and depart Mar 15. I plan to hike as many tracks as I can. I've had ...

Studying and Traveling in New Zealand 
Hey all.

First of all, I would like to say thanks for your web site, this is a great source of information for foreign people like me, who need some ...

Uniquely New Zealand Holiday Destination Suggestions 
We knew really little about New Zealand before ,and I really want to visit some place characterizing your country. I mean ,if I visit one site only ...

What to do in Auckland for a Stopover? 
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We have a 12 hour stop over in Auckland on our way home to Perth and we are wondering what we can do. It isn’t very long but we don’t want to ...

What is the best clothing for a New Zealand Holiday?. 
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What are the appropriate clothes to bring to New Zealand? I am coming for three weeks in March and will be arriving in Auckland, then travelling ...

Do I need a visa to work in New Zealand? 
I am a Czech man, 23 years old.

I am coming to New Zealand in a few months, and will be staying for at least one year. I want to work while I am in ...

Help and Advice for Planning our New Zealand Holiday 
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We are in our seventies and planning 3 weeks in NZ in the North and South Islands,finishing in Auckland for a gathering of old friends early ...

Should I hire or buy a family campervan for a 6 month New Zealand trip?  
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We are coming to New Zealand with our two young children, and plan to travel around the country for six months.We are wondering whether it ...

Cruise Ships Docking in New Zealand - Sun Princess  Not rated yet
When the ship visits each port, where does the ship dock? e.g in the harbour, or is it by tender, travellers disembark. Thank you.

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passport problem.  Not rated yet
I have recently got a new passport. However it's only valid for a year due to my last one going in the wash, and the one previous to that was stolen..... so ...

North Island Itinerary Suggestions  Not rated yet
We will be on the North Island from the 6th -20th
January,flying in and out of Auckland.

Keen to do some nice walks around 3hours long, like kayaking,...

Hiking & Culture  Not rated yet
We're a 60 year old couple and will be in New Zealand from Feb 1 to March 8 when we fly out of Christchurch. We have a limited budget so we'll be doing ...

Auckland to Taupo Itinerary Suggestions  Not rated yet
Hi,

I love the information on your website, very useful. I was wondering if you could share some itinerary suggestions?

It's my first trip to Auckland/...

Clothing for NZ South Island Holidays in April end  Not rated yet
Hi There,

First of all thanks a lot for providing such a convenient platform to get info about anything and everything in New Zealand.

I would want ...

What Can I Do In Auckland For the Day?  Not rated yet
Hi Gail

I have twelve hours in Auckland on my way home. What can I do in Auckland for a day? I have never been there before, so it will all be new.

I'...