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TRAVEL BASICS

Visa & Entry Requirements

Citizens of a large number of nations can enter New Zealand on a three-month visitor..

Health & Safety

New Zealand is one of the safest travel destinations in the world, with few endemic..

Currency

New Zealand's currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZ$). The currency is relatively..

Weather & Climate

Due to the disparity in latitude between the northernmost and southernmost parts of the..

Culture & Customs

New Zealand is a member of the British Commonwealth, and the majority of the population..

Language & Communications

New Zealand's people are generally friendly and willing to help out tourists. English is..

Transport & Getting Around

There are three international airports in NZ located in the major centres of Auckland and..

Travel Tips

Like most countries New Zealand has its share of customs and idiosyncrasies, most of..

Food & Eating Guide

New Zealand's cuisine is extremely varied. The basic cuisine is based on traditional..

Timezone & Electricity

New Zealand is slightly to the west of the International Date Line, which means that is..

Dutyfree

Duty free is readily available at major airports. If you’re 18 years of age or..

states of New Zealand

North Island Information

North Island New ZealandA cultural, cosmopolitan and natural blend The smaller of the two islands, the North..

South Island Information

Discover an extraordinary landscape The larger of the two islands, the South Island is home to such famous icons as..

INDEX OF ALL states AND LOCATIONS

Currency

New Zealand's currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZ$). The currency is relatively strong, usually fluctuating between NZ$1.60-NZ$2 to 1 US Dollar. Coins have values of 10, 20 and 50 cents, $1 and $2; notes have values of $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100.

It is relatively easy to change foreign currency into New Zealand dollars both internationally and within New Zealand, at banks, some hotels and foreign exchange centres found in major airports and city centres. There is no restriction on the amount of foreign currency that can be brought in or taken out of New Zealand. However, every person who carries more than NZ$10,000 in cash in or out of New Zealand is required to complete a Border Cash Report. All major credit cards can be used in New Zealand, while travellers Cheques are accepted at hotels, banks and some stores.

Automatic Tellar Machines and electronic banking are widely used and available in New Zealand.

A Goods and Service Tax (GST) is in use throughout New Zealand, however the displayed price includes this tax. Larger purchases that are taken out of the country can have the GST refunded upon departure.

Highlights of New Zealand

Auckland Region Information

Located on the northern end of New Zealand's North Island Auckland is known in the Maori language as Tamaki Makau Rau..

Queenstown Information

In winter, Queenstown is a bustling ski resort. In summer it's busy with hikers, mountain bikers, fishermen and..

Wellington Region Information

The picture-perfect capital city of Wellington is situated in the lower part of the North Island, nestled between the..

Rotorua Information

The Rotorua region was the birthplace of New Zealand tourism in the 1800s and it remains one of New Zealand’s..

Milford Sound Information

British explorer Captain James Cook steered clear of Milford Sound thinking its entrance too dangerous and narrow to..

Wellington Information

New Zealand's centre of art, coffee, and culture, Wellington is a destination that combines inner-city charm with..

Christchurch - Canterbury Information

Float above the plains in a hot air balloon or soak in relaxing thermal pools. Enjoy the excellent food and wine or..

Bay of Plenty Information

Gardens and art are the stars of spring in the Bay of Plenty. The mild climate makes it the perfect time to view the..

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