How to Sell New Zealand

Introduction:

New Zealand is an island country in the south-western Pacific Ocean.

The country geographically comprises two main landmasses – that of the North Island, and the South Island, and numerous smaller islands.

Capital City: Wellington

Most Populous City : Auckland

Currency: New Zealand Dollar (01 NZD = 0.66 USD)

Reasons to visit New Zealand

1. The incredible unspoilt scenery. There are some of the most diverse environments on earth, from beaches and rainforests to mountains, lakes, glaciers and even volcanoes. Many of these different natural features can be visited on the same day.
2. The culture. New Zealand was inhabited by the local native people, the Maori before the arrival of the Europeans in the 1700s. New Zealand today is a fascinating blend of cultures who mingle and thrive in a peaceful yet vibrant society.
3. The climate. Although there are four distinct seasons in New Zealand there are not the extremes of hot and cold to be found in most other countries. Any time of year is a pleasant time to explore New Zealand's wonders.
4. Safety. Crime is low in New Zealand and as a tourist you are unlikely to encounter problems. Furthermore, there are virtually no lethal creatures amongst New Zealand's wildlife so you can explore without concern for being bitten or eaten!

Activities in New Zealand:

1. Adventure
2. Air activities
3. Arts & culture
4. Cycling & mountain biking
5. Events
6. Fly fishing
7. Food & wine
8. Golf
9. Home of Middle-earth
10. Maori culture
11. Nature & wildlife
12. Rail journeys
13. Scenic flights
14. Water Activities
15. Walking and Hiking

Holiday types:

1. Backpacking
2. Camping
3. Family friendly
4. Luxury travel
5. Weddings & honeymoons
6. Working Holiday

1. Backpacking:

First things first, there are no rules when it comes to backpacking in New Zealand because with so many incredible activities and experiences in one small country, you’ll never find yourself far from something fun to tick off your bucket list. Trust us. In fact, you could easily find yourself on the beach in the morning and on a glacier in the afternoon via a short two to four-hour drive – and you would probably make new friends at some point along the way.
Transport is flexible and affordable, quality camping and backpacker accommodation are located everywhere, and no matter where you turn there’ll be amazing experiences waiting to be had. Whether you’re visiting on holiday or want to work while you’re here, get excited for some Kiwi hospitality and the adventure of a lifetime.

2. Camping:

There are not many outdoor pleasures greater in this world than sitting around a campfire on a clear-skied evening with the silence broken only by the sounds of shooshing waves or gurgling rivers. For freedom and relaxation and seeing some the most spectacular parts of the country you cannot beat going camping. There are the hundreds of campsites all over the country. Go tenting in the magnificent wilderness of one of the National Parks. Or drive around the coast and talk to the locals. There are places that they know where, if you knock on the landowner’s door and ask nicely, you can get access to gorgeous, unspoilt, quiet beaches – a little piece of paradise.
If you want to be closer to the comforts of civilization, there are many holiday parks that you can stay at with full amenities and lots of activities to content the most restive of children.

3. Family friendly:

The wide selection of activities for kids range from animal and wildlife experiences to nature-based activities and thrill-seeking adventures.
Discover some of New Zealand’s unique wildlife in one of the many animal parks and zoos. Meet the iconic white kiwi, see King penguins at play on an Antarctic Encounter or swim with dolphins. If nature ranks highly on your family holiday, New Zealand’s natural beauty will really impress. Explore geothermal landscapes with their bubbling mud pools, sky-high geysers and hot springs for year-round swimming. Soaring mountains and stunning coastlines are scenic highlights the make great family photos. Budget-conscious travellers rest assured, family activities here do not mean you’ll always have your hand in your pocket. Walking and cycling tracks are endless, as are stretches of sandy beaches. Many museums and galleries are free or have a small nominal charge. You’ll have the opportunity to learn about the country’s rich Māori culture and history of the land.
Thrill-seekers won’t miss out; adventure is New Zealand’s middle name and many pursuits are suitable activities for kids. Zoom down a hill on a luge or in a Zorb, hit the slopes for skiing in winter, dart along a river in a jet-boat, or for the really brave at heart, bungy off a bridge or try a canyon swing. These are only a few of the things you can do on a family holiday in New Zealand; the challenge will be deciding what to do first!

4. Luxury travel:

Our luxury experiences cater to all tastes, set amongst a backdrop of breath-taking landscapes - from heli-picnics atop soaring mountains to personal chefs being helicoptered directly to your charter boat, or private tastings at New Zealand’s best wineries. After a day of languid pampering or exhilarating activities, travellers can wind down at one of New Zealand’s finest lodges, discovering for themselves how nature meets luxury and how the warm and genuine hosts create a relaxed luxury experience. Return home relaxed and fulfilled, knowing that you have just had a one-of-a-kind experience.

5. Weddings & honeymoons:

Retreat to a private pool surrounded by a native rainforest. Listen to the uplifting melodies of a bird song concert. Lose yourself in a rare view of the Milky Way. New Zealand is a truly breath-taking place that makes you fall in love, again and again...
A honeymooner’s heaven New Zealand’s compact size lets you experience dramatic alpine landscapes, quiet pristine beaches, tranquil lakes, stunning vineyards, and more, all in a single day if you want to. Seclusion or excitement, relaxation or adventure, holiday packages or go your own way – you can tailor a great value honeymoon package that’s 100% unique to you.
Stay in romantic, boutique hotels or honeymoon lodges, share indulgent spa treatments, taste exceptional food and wine, put your feet up in picturesque gardens, or retire to the privacy of your honeymoon suite.
Let the rest of the world take care of itself for a while and concentrate on just being together, sharing once-in-a-lifetime experiences you’ll cherish forever amongst New Zealand’s breath-taking vistas and welcoming locals.

Getting hitched…

Maybe you see yourselves having a heli-wedding on a mountain top, a traditional service in a tiny lakeside chapel or a bare-foot ceremony on a vast surf beach. With a landscape as varied as ours, almost anything is possible. Blessing ceremonies are also available for honeymooning couples who want a special celebration.

Arranging all the details doesn’t have to be a headache. There are professional wedding organisers who can take care of everything - just show up with your passports and wedding rings. Most wedding venues also have organisers who can help you to make arrangements.

Seasons and Clothing requirements

As New Zealand lies in the Southern Hemisphere, it has opposite seasons to those living in the northern half of the world.

Summer: December – February

Summer in New Zealand is moderate to hot, with temperatures hovering around 20-30 degrees celsius. In most places you can wear shorts and a t-shirt or singlet during the day, adding a light jumper at night.

Autumn/Fall: March – May

Temperatures during this time are a little cooler than summer but the New Zealand weather can be excellent. Suitable clothing includes light pants or shorts, and a t-shirt or long-sleeved top. It can cool off at night more during this season, so make sure you are prepared with a warm sweater.

Winter: June – August

Winter in New Zealand brings colder weather to much of the country, with snow in the south and rain in the north. You’ll need jeans, long-sleeved tops and coats in most places, and if you’re heading into the mountains thermals, gloves and thick sweaters are also a good idea.

Spring: September – November

Spring brings weather of all types – expect everything from cold, frosty, clear days to sunny and hot. Make sure you are prepared for this type of weather if you are visiting during this time. Jeans are good and layers work well on top, as they can be added and removed depending on what the weather brings.

Four Seasons in One Day

New Zealand weather can change unexpectedly. Be prepared for sudden changes in weather and temperature if you're going hiking or doing other outdoor activities.

1. Sunshine:

The sunlight here can quickly burn skin from September to April, especially between 10am and 4pm, even on cloudy days.

2. Rain:

New Zealand's average rainfall is high and evenly spread throughout the year. Over the northern and central areas of New Zealand more rain falls in winter than in summer, whereas for much of the southern part of New Zealand, winter is the season of least rainfall. As well as producing areas of stunning native forest, the high rainfall makes New Zealand an ideal place for farming and horticulture.

3. Snow:

Snow typically appears during the months of June through October, though cold snaps can occur outside these months. Most snow in New Zealand falls in the mountainous areas, like the Central Plateau in the north, and the Southern Alps in the south. It also falls heavily in inland Canterbury and Otago.

International Driving Licences and Permits:

You can legally drive in New Zealand for up to 12 months if you have either a current driver's licence from your home country or an International Driving Permit (IDP). After 12 months you are required to convert to a New Zealand licence. This applies to each visit to New Zealand.

In New Zealand all drivers, including visitors from other countries, must carry their licence or permit at all times when driving. You will only be able to drive the same types of vehicles you are licensed to drive in your home country. The common legal age to rent a car in New Zealand is 21 years.

Make sure your driver's licence is current. If your licence is not fully written English, you must bring an English translation with you or obtain an IDP. Contact your local automobile club for further details about obtaining a translation or an IDP.

Visa:

Immigration New Zealand has two branches in India – New Delhi and Mumbai - that process temporary entry and permanent immigration applications from within India.

Visa processing takes about 15 working days and all applications must be lodged through TT Services, which has offices in Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Kochi, Chandigarh, Hyderabad and New Delhi. TT Services is contracted to accept applications on behalf of Immigration New Zealand. Forms are available at immigration.govt.nz/branch/India.

Travel Distance By Road - South Island

Sector	Time Taken
CHRISTCHURCH - DUNEDIN	361 KM (4HOUR 38MINUTES)
DUNEDIN - TE ANAU	289 KM (3HOUR 23MINUTES)
TE ANAU - MILFORD SOUND	118 KM (01HOUR 47MINUTES)
MILFORD SOUND - QUEENSTOWN	287 KM (03HOUR 50MINUTES)
QUEENSTOWN - WANAKA	67.2 KM (01HOUR 05MINUTES)
WANAKA - FOX GLACIER	262 KM (03HOUR 06MINUTES)
FOX GLACIER - FRANZ JOSEPH	23.3 KM (26 MINUTES)
FRANZ JOSEPH - GREYMOUTH	173 KM (02HOUR 12MINUTES)
GREYMOUTH - MARAHAU	308 KM (03HOUR 54MINUTES)
MARAHUA - NELSON	63.9 KM (01HOUR 04MINUTES)
NELSON - BLENHEIM	115 KM (01HOUR 28MINUTES)
BLENHEIM - KAIKOURA	128 KM (01HOUR 34MINUTES)
KAIKOURA - CHRISTCHURCH	181 KM (02HOUR 22MINUTES)

Travel Distance By Road - South Island

Sector	Time Taken
AUCKLAND - WHANGAREI	158 KM (2HOUR 06MINUTES)
WHANGAREI - PAIHEI	70.3 KM (1HOUR 02MINUTES)
PAIHEI - KERIKERI	23.5 KM (21MINUTES)
KERIKERI - KAITAIA	85.2 KM (01HOUR 20MINUTES)
KAITAIA - DARGAVILLE	157 KM (02HOUR 24MINUTES)
DARGAVILLE - AUCKLAND	175 KM (02HOUR 16MINUTES)
AUCKLAND - MATAMATA	161 KM (02HOUR 02MINUTES)
MATAMATA - ROTORUA	77.1 KM (01HOUR 04MINUTES)
ROTORUA - WHAKATANE	69.9 KM (01HOUR)
WHAKATANE - GISBORNE	208 KM (02HOUR 34MINUTES)
GISBORNE - NAPIER	218 KM (02HOUR 43MINUTES)
NAPIER - MARTINBOROUGH	298 KM (03HOUR 48MINUTES)
MARTINBOROUGH - WELLINGTON	107 KM (01HOUR 44MINUTES)
WELLINGTON - TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK	288 KM (03HOUR 35MINUTES)
TONGARIRO NATIONAL PARK - TAUPO	115 KM (01HOUR 37MINUTES)
TAUPO - WAITOMO	150 KM (01HOUR 57MINUTES)
WAITOMO - AUCKLAND	195 KM (02HUR 21MINUTES)

RECOMMENDED INDIAN RESTAURANTS:

1. WANAKA: BOMBAY PALACE & SPICE ROOM
2. GISBORNE: TAMARIND INDIAN RESTAURANT
Lake Taupo: INDIAN AFFAIR & MASTER OF INDIA RESTAURANT
3. Rangiora: A POCKET FULL OF SPICES
4. Auckland: Eight - The Langham Hotel, Rotti Hut
5. New Plymouth (Taranaki): KATHAKALI, RADIO MALABAR
6. Napier (Hawke's Bay): INDIGO
7. Rotorua: INDIAN STAR TANDOORI RESTAURANT

MUSAFIR PRODUCTS

Just New Zealand	With Flight	Nights	Musafir Special Offer
Scenic New Zealand	Yes	8N	-