New Zealand Travel Guide

Things to See and Do in New Zealand

From adventure travel and hiking through to wine tasting and luxury accommodation, New Zealand it one of the best places you can travel to.

Find out New Zealand's Best Natural Attractions here! Traveling to New Zealand? Here's a good list of all the things you could to do in NZ as a tourist!

Here's all you need to know before you travel around New Zealand.

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Things Not to Miss in New Zealand

• Trying New Zealand cuisine and wines from the region
• Visiting Auckland
• Learning about Maori culture
• Experiencing the beautiful wilderness that New Zealand is famous for

When to Go to New Zealand

Just about any time is good for travel in New Zealand. South Island can get very cold in winter, (June to September), but offers winter sports activities. Most of New Zealand is coastline with milder winters and less intense heat in summer. Many people love to visit New Zealand in the fall and winter.

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Spend the day on Waiheke Island

Auckland's Hauraki Gulf is home to a selection of beautiful islands, the most well known of which is Waiheke Island.

Sometimes called the 'Island of Wine', Waiheke is a year-round favourite with something to suit everyone from wine tours to art studio visits or simply relaxing on a secluded beach. There are also a stunning array of outdoor activities including zip lining, archery, clay pigeon shooting, sea kayaking, horse riding, and golf.

Waiheke makes a great day trip or, to stay a little longer, choose from one of the island's many accommodation options and spend the night.

Source — Newzealand.com

Explore Fiordland National Park

Fiordland National Park is located in the southwest of New Zealand’s South Island and is home to both Doubtful Sound and Milford Sound. You can walk the beech forest trail along the sandy Milford shore for perfect views of Mitre Peak, or take the Chasm Walk on the Cleddau River to get close to powerful waterfalls. There are also several multi-day hikes here, including the 4-5 day Milford Track.

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Prepare Visas in New Zealand

New Zealand’s immigration rules are strict, particularly regarding employment, but they do offer a Visa Waiver Programme for quite a lot of countries. This means that countries on the list can travel to New Zealand for 3 months or less without a visa, or for 6 months or less if you are a British citizen (for now anyway!).

Just make sure to always check in advance if you’re on this list, otherwise, you will have to go through their visa options and apply for the one you need. Your passport also needs to be valid for a minimum of 1 month from the date of your departure from New Zealand.

Source — Adventureinyou.com

Other things to Expect

Language: New Zealand has three official languages: English, Maori, and New Zealand Sign Language.

Currency: The currency in New Zealand is called the New Zealand Dollar. 1 USD is equivalent to about 1,46 New Zealand Dollars.

Credit Cards and ATMs: You won’t have a problem using your credit or debit card in New Zealand. As long as it’s a Visa, MasterCard, or Maestro you can use it for purchases or cash withdrawals. However, your card will need to have a four-digit PIN code to work.

Plugs: The plugs in New Zealand are type I. The standard voltage is 230 V, and the standard frequency is 50Hz. I recommend buying a universal adapter (make sure it has surge protection) and using a converter for hair dryers and hot tools.

Safety: New Zealand is one of the safest countries in the world and is one of the best destinations for solo female travelers. However, petty theft is a reality here. Make sure you practice common sense and keep an eye on your things to avoid any problems while you’re abroad.

Source  — Theblondeabroad.com