The most popular way to discover New Zealand is by hiring a car or campervan rental. By having your own rental vehicle gives you great flexibility to explore, change your route, or visit those hidden gems that you may discover due to chance encounters with other travelers, or the local New Zealanders. A driving holiday allows you to explore at your own pace…
The two of you can discover magic places, where you can fall in love with each other over and over again. From secluded beaches and exotic rainforests through to geothermal wonderlands and snow-capped mountains, New Zealand’s landscapes are as romantic as they are varied. Without the stress of everyday life – and with as much luxury as you’d like to build into…
Well hello. When it comes to touring New Zealand - a great experience matters and when it comes to the team you deal with, well great experience matters even more! So hopefully your search is over and you ve found exactly what you re looking forus. Thanks for making your way here. Whether you are a kiwi tourism business looking to partner with us, a travel provider…
It takes mere moments to discover exactly why the beauty and splendour of New Zealand’s South Island earns it a reputation as one of the world’s best-loved holiday destinations. A relatively sparse island, compared with the more populous North Island, New Zealand’s South Island is nonetheless home to truly spectacular scenery, where mountains, glaciers, sounds…
Visiting Guide For An NZ Campervan Hire Roadtrip Planning a motorhome holiday to a country you’ve never even seen is a much more involved process than turning up and getting behind the wheel. The more planning you can do, in fact, the more prepared you will be for the best possible road trip. When you pick up a campervan hire in NZ at a cheap rate with Motorhome…
New Zealand is a great destination for a family holiday and self contained resort style apartment accommodation is available throughout the country. This style of self contained accommodation is especially suitable for families as it provides space for your family to spread out in privacy and the freedom to relax when not on the road. Travelling with children…
Family holiday in New Zealand: Taking the kids on a South Island
New Zealand s main population lives in North Island New Zealand, centred around New Zealand s largest city, and main international gateway of Auckland, which is located here; as well as New Zealand s capital city of Wellington. In the 2006 census the North Island of New Zealand had a population of 3, 059, 420 or about 75% of New Zealand s total population. Where…
CHRISTEL YARDLEY/FAIRFAX NZ A national holiday will be created to remember the New Zealand land wars of the 1800s. The battle for a day to commemorate the New Zealand Wars has been won - now, all they need to do is set a date. The historic site was handed back at the 10th anniversary celebrations of Maori King Tuheitia s reign. REBEKAH PARSONS-KING/FAIRFAX NZ…
For anyone with a sense of adventure and a keen interest in visiting any or all of New Zealand s breathtaking natural wonders, rivers, fiords, mountains and trails, Go New Zealand has a number of packages to choose from. There are a number of tours and activities that will allow you to enjoy a relaxing escape while other experiences are designed to challenge…
The New Zealand school year is divided into four terms for state and state-integrated schools and kura. Schools and kura (Māori Medium schools) have some flexibility around their start and finish dates. Terms 2 and 3 are fixed. During the school day there are breaks in the morning and at lunchtime so that your child can eat and play. You need to provide morning…
Rich in breathtaking scenery and must-see attractions, Nga Haerenga (‘The Journeys’) are an unforgettable way to explore New Zealand. Mostly off-road and traversing a remarkable range of landscapes, the Great Rides offer adventures for almost every age and ability. Renting a bike is easy in New Zealand; plenty of rental providers can be found in the main centres…
Enquire Now Enquire Now Never has there been a better time to take off to New Zealand. Our neighbouring land offers all that you could possibly want from a holiday. You can relax and unwind and enjoy world class wines, spas and dining or for the thrill seeking types you can take your pick from a huge selection of adventure sports. With breath-taking scenery…
Information, eligibility and required documents: (.xlsx, 32kb) Yes Yes N/A Documents and fees required (pdf, 37.2kb). Yes Yes Yes One recent passport photograph Yes Yes Yes Passport (valid for at least three months after your return date) Yes Yes Yes Proof of financial stability, i.e. personal bank statement Yes Yes Yes A letter in either French or English which…
Getting a Working Holiday Visa in New Zealand - Living in Another
Be prepared for heavy traffic - particularly on the main State Highways Take care whilst driving Book accommodation well in advance The following places are popular summer holiday destinations in New Zealand: See our New Zealand regional climate chart for approximate summer temperatures throughout New Zealand. Autumn: March 1 - May 31 During the New Zealand autumn…
Active volcanoes, world-renowned wineries, beautiful beaches and two of New Zealand s largest cities are all part of this seven day North Island New Zealand itinerary. While a week in the North Island isn t nearly enough to see everything it has to offer, with a little rushing and quite some driving, it is enough to see the highlights. With the assumption that…
Applying for British Citizenship If you are over 18 and have been living in the United Kingdom for the last five years (or three years if you are married to, or a civil partner of, a British citizen) you may be able to apply for naturalisation as a British citizen. More information, criteria and application process can be found on the British citizenship (external…
After this trip, the bar will be forever raised. Other coasts will seem less striking. Even mountains will pale in comparison. So many spectacular views. And incredible moments. From Kura Tawhiti s limestone monoliths to shimmering Lake Wanaka. After these nine days in New Zealand, your next vacation will have big shoes to fill. Itinerary Days 1-2 Tramp through…
New Zealand has working holiday scheme agreements with many countries, allowing you to work in and explore our great country. There are many reasons why New Zealand is favourite destination for young travellers. The landscape is beautiful, our urban centers are generally safe and the Kiwi people are friendly and welcoming. We’re travellers ourselves so know what…
We have a number of New Zealand holidays that have been specifically designed to suit the needs and preferences of different families. Families will be able to really immerse themselves in the holiday experience by allowing them the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of activities. The safety, security and comfort of every family is ensured by our trained and…
What to see the plunging fiords of Milford Sound are New Zealand s most photographed attraction. Photograph: José Fuste Raga/zefa/Corbis Damian Hall tells you everything you need to know to plan a working holiday Spending a gap year in Australia is a traditional rite of passage for many. But backpackers are increasingly been lured across the Tasman Sea to New…
You are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel for the start of the tour for flights arriving from 5am - 3pm. We gather this evening for our Welcome Dinner, to meet each other and prepare for our early start tomorrow. Accommodation: Takapuna, Auckland. Day Two Be ready to depart at 08.00 ~ Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton. (A full cooked Breakfast is…
The application form and medical check for a 23-month working holiday visa. Understandably, you want to stay in New Zealand longer. Our guide will cover the following items to help you extend your working holiday visa. The conditions for the 23-month working holiday visa. How to complete the application form. How to get the medical certificates. Where to send…
TOP 10 Holiday Parks have, for over 30 years, set the standard for New Zealand Holiday Parks (camping grounds / motor camps), so you can be assured of great value for money and beautiful clean facilities. Kiwis have a tradition of staying in camping grounds and no holiday memories are complete without experiencing one of our great Parks. Our over 45 New Zealand…
With 15, kilometres of coastline, New Zealand is heaven for beach-lovers. Its diverse shores dish up everything from lazy days and blazing sunsets, to active adventures such as swimming, kayaking and surfing. Finding a great beach is easy; to find an unforgettable one, read on… Golden sands and rolling waves make New Zealand s Ninety Mile Beach an irresistible…
