How to Plan a Vacation to New Zealand
New Zealand's mostly untouched terrain draws thousands of travelers from all over the world. Its breathtaking mountains, gorgeous oceans and vibrant cities will give you plenty to experience. Proper planning allows you to pack as much as you can while giving you the background information to avoid the usual tourist traps.
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Obtain a passport from your local government office, post office, court clerk or library. You will need money, a birth certificate, two passport pictures and a state-issued identification card. If you are traveling for less than three months from the United States or United Kingdom, you will not need a visa.
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Shop around for good deals on airfare though websites like Travelzoo.com, Kayak.com or Expedia.com. Go to a local travel agency to compare prices. You will probably find the best deals by flying into larger cities such as Auckland, Queenstown or Christchurch.
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Purchase travel guidebooks to determine exactly what you want to see in New Zealand. Because of its large size, its geography on two main islands and its unpopulated regions, many areas are difficult to travel. Be sure to know specifically where you want to go before you travel. Domestic air travel is generally less expensive than train or car.
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Look for tours that appeal to your interests. Tours like Flying Kiwi Adventure Tours, Great Sights and Active New Zealand are popular and give you an overview of the country.
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Pack for all weather conditions. New Zealand's weather can be difficult to predict. Also, its wide array of terrain requires various shoe and clothing choices.
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Plan as many activities as possible. New Zealand has a whole host of outdoor activities that include water rafting, gliding, horseback riding, hot air ballooning, rugby, hunting, shark cage diving, museums, snow skiing, museums and cultural entertainment.
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Tips & Warnings
The warmest times of the year are during December, January and February while the coldest are June, July and August.
Most of the dress requirements are casual in New Zealand.
Crime rate is very low, but be appropriately cautious. The emergency number in New Zealand is 111.
Keep in mind that this country is 12 hours in advance of Greenwich Mean Time.
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