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| New Zealand Travel Guide Edit This The best resource for sights, hotels, restaurants, bars, what to do and see Rotorua Sulfur Pool Rotorua Sulfur Pool Suzanne New Zealand is situated in the South Pacific ocean, between latitude 34'S and 47'S. The country runs roughly north-south with mountain ranges down much of its length. Its two main islands cover 266,200 sq km (103,735 sq miles), about the size of Japan or California and slightly larger than Great Britain. Comparable in size and/or shape to Great Britain, Colorado and Japan, New Zealand has a population of only 4 million - making it one of the world's least crowded countries. There is an uneven split between both islands with 3.2 million in the North but only 800,000 in the South. It is a haven for those seeking peace, rejuvenation and relaxation as well as a playground for thrillseekers and adventurers. A temperate climate with relatively small seasonal variation makes it a year-round holiday destination. New Zealand's spectacularly beautiful landscape includes vast mountain chains, steaming volcanoes, sweeping coastlines, deeply indented fiords, and lush rainforests. New Zealand's separation from other land masses for more than 100 million years has allowed many ancient plants and animals to survive and evolve in isolation. Complementing our unique flora and fauna is a landscape that contains an unrivalled variety of landforms. In a couple of days' drive it is possible to see everything from mountain ranges to sandy beaches, lush rainforests, glaciers and fiords and active volcanoes. Auckland, New Zealand's largest and most cosmopolitan city, is a great starting point for exploring the north of the country. Known as the "City of Sails" for its numerous yachts, and with its beautiful harbour and sandy beaches, Auckland is at its prime in the summer. Auckland's Sky Tower is the tallest building in the southern hemisphere. Wellington is the capital city, and is located at the southern tip of the North Island. Increasingly referred to by locals as "Wellywood" due to the huge success of film director Peter Jackson [Lord of the Rings Trilogy], Wellington regularly plays host to international films stars. The capital also boasts a symphony orchestra, opera house, several live theatres, the excellent Embassy Cinema and the national museum Te Papa. There are also regular daily ferry services to the South Island. Christchurch is the largest city in the South Island and is often called the "Garden City". It is most likely the most European of New Zealand's cities. Many activities can be organized from here. Trekking to Mount Cook is just one of the many things you can do. Districts in the North Island: - Auckland Region - Bay of Plenty - Central Plateau - Eastland - Greater Wellington - Hawkes Bay & Wairarapa - Manawatu-Whanganui Region - Taranaki - Waikato Districts in the South Island: - Canterbury - Marlborough - Southland & Otago - West Coast ____________History Edit This Archaeological evidence indicates that New Zealand was populated by fishing and hunting people of East Polynesian ancestry perhaps 1 000 years before Europeans arrived. Known to some scholars as the Moa-hunters they may have merged with later waves of Polynesians who according to Maori tradition arrived between 952 and 1150. Some of the Maoris called their new homeland "Aotearoa " usually translated as "land of the long white cloud." In 1642 Abel Tasman a Dutch navigator made the first recorded European sighting of New Zealand and sketched sections of the two main islands' west coasts. English Captain James Cook thoroughly explored the coastline during three South Pacific voyages beginning in 1769. In the late 18th and early 19th centuries lumbering seal hunting and whaling attracted a few European settlers to New Zealand. In 1840 the United Kingdom established British sovereignty through the Treaty of Waitangi signed that year with Maori chiefs. In the same year selected groups from the U.K. began the colonization process. Expanding European settlement led to conflict with Maoris most notably in the Maori land wars of the 1860s. British and colonial forces eventually overcame determined Maori resistance. During this period many Maoris died from disease and warfare much of it intertribal. Constitutional government began to develop in the 1850s. In 1867 Maoris won the right to a certain number of reserved seats in parliament. During this period the livestock industry began to expand and the foundations of New Zealand's modern economy took shape. By the end of the 19th century improved transportation facilities made possible a great overseas trade in wool meat and dairy products. By the 1890s parliamentary government along democratic lines was well established and New Zealand's social institutions assumed their present form. Women received the right to vote in national elections in 1893. The turn of the century brought sweeping social reforms that built the foundation for New Zealand's version of the welfare state. Maoris gradually recovered from population decline and through interaction and intermarriage with settlers and missionaries adopted much of European culture. In recent decades Maoris have become increasingly urbanized and have become more politically active and culturally assertive. New Zealand was declared a dominion by a royal proclamation in 1907. It achieved full internal and external autonomy by the Statute of Westminster Adoption Act in 1947 although this merely formalized a situation that had existed for many years. Queen Elizabeth II remains head of state represented by the Governor General. __________Practical Information Edit This The Emergency Telephone Number to use in New Zealand is 111 . Use this number to contact the Police, Fire or Ambulance services in case of an emergency. _________Getting Around Edit This Cycle touring in the South Island Cycle touring in the South Island You can travel by road, rail, air or sea and see spectacular scenery as you go. Contributors January 12, 2005 new by huttite [Add Local transport mode] Haka Tours Edit This Haka Tours is a relatively young company specialising in adventure tours around New Zealand. Kiwi owned and operated, they offer a number of options from 7 to 26 days of North, South and both islands. Tours include accommodation, transport, breakfast and a host of activities in each location they visit. In addition to this, Haka offers a selection of extreme activities, including bungy jumping, sky diving, surfing, skiing and snowboarding. In January 2008 they launched three NZ Snow Tours. Tour members are generally aged between 18 and 40 and tours depart every month. World66 rating: [rate it] tel: 00448448009256 url: www.hakatours.com email: info@hakatours.com Busses Edit This Newmans Coach in the South Island Newmans Coach in the South Island There are several bus companies that specially cater to tourists at reasonable fares. This also allows tourists to observe the lush green pastures of New Zealand, as well as the cows, ostrich farms, and sheep. The main bus company is Intercity buses, which covers all of NZ. You can get big discounts and deals if booked in advanced. One good thing is that you can buy tickets based on hours, makes it cheaper. Another tip when you cross the islands, use Bluebridge and not Interislander, cheaper and locally owned. World66 rating: [rate it] address: www.intercity.co.nz Stray Travel Edit This Stray is the least known, and the most expensive, of the three. This also has some advantages cause it means more personal service and smaller busses. It just depends on your budget and plans to choose for this one. Stray has some other routes than the two other companies do, but it also passes through the more important places you will need to see while in New Zealand. You only get a more personal approach, especially on the little "field trips". If you don´t like big groups this is the best thing for you. But isn´t backpacking about meeting lots of people? That´s why more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.straytravel.com address: Backpacker world travel Magic Bus Edit This Magic is one of the three major backpacker bus companies in New Zealand. It´s a good "middle of the road" solution since it´s not as hardcore party as Kiwi Experience, and not as expensive as Stray Travel. Magic has, like all the companies, some pre-set routes, but they will take you along all the major cities and important towns on both the islands. Ofcourse you can always book some extra trips when you´re in a town. They give you some good discounts on accomodation and activities. Again, all the companies do this, but they change in the amount of discount and in the more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.magicbus.co.nz address: Backpacker world travel Kiwi experience Edit This Kiwi Experience is the hardcore party bus of New Zealand. This is also the most popular company that travels the New Zealand roads. You can never miss seeing any of the green busses that drive around. Kiwi offers almost the same routes as Magic does, with a few exceptions. (Consult the respective sites for that) But they´re mostly the same, also in price. If you decide to travel with Kiwi you almost certainly stay in the party hostels of New Zealand, which means loud and big. This might be your cup of tea, but think about it before you book this. Other than that this more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.kiwiexperience.co.nz address: Backpacker world travel Bicycle Touring Edit This Cycle touring in the South Island Cycle touring in the South Island Every year more and more people discover the amazing experience of cycling as a means of exploring New Zealand . It is an exceptional way to see the country, with its many quiet roads and varied, magnificent scenery. The geography and lack of population in New Zealand mean that while New Zealand is a great place for cycling, unfortunately, you can not expect to find accommodation every few kilometres. Towns are often 50-100 km apart, making pre-booking essential for those without the back-up of a tent. Having talked to many cyclists, more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.cyclehire.co.nz Bicycle Touring Edit This Every year more and more people discover the amazing experience of cycling as a means of exploring New Zealand . It is an exceptional way to see the country, with its many quiet roads and varied, magnificent scenery. The geography and lack of population in New Zealand mean that while New Zealand is a great place for cycling, unfortunately, you can not expect to find accommodation every few kilometres. Towns are often 50-100 km apart, making pre-booking essential for those without the back-up of a tent. Having talked to many cyclists, more.. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.cyclehire.co.nz address: Independent Cycle Tours New Zealand __________Getting There Edit This [Add Global transport mode] From the UK and the US Edit This When travelling to New Zealand from the UK, there are 2 ways around the world that you may wish to go: Westbound and Eastbound. Travelling Westbound There are direct route such as the Air New Zealand flight 001, which operates between London and Auckland via Los Angeles. Other connections are available via US cities such as San Francisco and Seattle, though you might as well spend a little time in the city you are travelling via, due to the hassle of the necessity to clear US immigration to transit through the city because of the current more.. type: By Air World66 rating: [rate it] Book it from the other end Edit This It's often cheaper to book your airfares with a Kiwi travel agent. I used travelcafenz.com type: By Air World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.travelcafenz.com address: new zealand email: info@travelcafenz.com _______Economy Edit This Economy—overview: Since 1984 the government has accomplished major economic restructuring moving an agrarian economy dependent on a concessionary British market access toward a more industrialized free market economy that can compete globally. This dynamic growth has boosted real incomes broadened and deepened the technological capabilities of the industrial sector and contained inflationary pressures. Business confidence strengthened in 1994 and export demand picked up in the Asia-Pacific region resulting in 6.2% growth. Growth continued strong in 1995 but tailed off in 1996-97. Inflation remains among the lowest in the industrial world. Per capita GDP has been moving up to the levels of the big West European economies. However the Asian economic crisis may slow GDP growth in 1998. GDP: purchasing power parity—$63.4 billion (1997 est.) GDP—real growth rate: 2.5% (1997 est.) GDP—per capita: purchasing power parity—$17 700 (1997 est.) GDP—composition by sector: agriculture: 7.3% industry: 25.9% services: 66.8% (1990) Inflation rate—consumer price index: 2% (1997 est.) Labor force: total: 1 634 500 (September 1995) by occupation: services 64.6% industry 25.0% agriculture 10.4% (1994) Unemployment rate: 5.9% (December 1996) Budget: revenues: $24.1 billion expenditures: $21.8 billion including capital expenditures of $NA (FY95/96 est.) Industries: food processing wood and paper products textiles machinery transportation equipment banking and insurance tourism mining Industrial production growth rate: NA% Electricity—capacity: 7.747 million kW (1995) Electricity—production: 33.696 billion kWh (1995) Electricity—consumption per capita: 9 889 kWh (1995) Agriculture—products: wheat barley potatoes pulses fruits vegetables; wool meat dairy products; fish catch reached a record 503 000 metric tons in 1988 Exports: total value: $18.5 billion (1997 est.) commodities: wool lamb mutton beef fish cheese chemicals forestry products fruits and vegetables manufactures dairy products wood partners: Australia 19% Japan 15% UK 15% US 12% Imports: total value: $19.2 billion (1997 est.) commodities: machinery and equipment vehicles and aircraft petroleum consumer goods plastics partners: Australia 21% US 18% Japan 16% UK 6% Debt—external: $28.5 billion (FY95/96 est.) Economic aid: donor: ODA $98 million (1993) Currency: 1 New Zealand dollar (NZ$) = 100 cents Exchange rates: New Zealand dollars (NZ$) per US$1—1.7283 (January 1998) 1.5083 (1997) 1.4543 (1996) 1.5235 (1995) 1.6844 (1994) 1.8495 (1993) Fiscal year: 1 July—30 June ________Webcams Edit This New Zealand Webcams [Add New] New Zealand Webcams Edit This New Zealand and Takeabreak webcams World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.webcam.co.nz Greymouth Webcam Edit This Greymouth Webcam http://www.takeabreak.co.nz/accommodation/greymouth.asp Greymouth, New Zealand. The Greymouth township with the river mouth and ocean in the distance. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.takeabreak.co.nz Nelson Webcam Edit This Nelson Webcam http://www.takeabreak.co.nz/accommodation/nelson.asp Nelson, New Zealand. View from Bishopdale over Nelson city with the boulder bank in the distance. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.takeabreak.co.nz Hanmer Springs Webcam Edit This Hanmer Springs Webcam http://www.takeabreak.co.nz/accommodation/hanmer-springs.asp Hanmer Springs, New Zealand. View from Conical Hill looking towards the Leslie Hills and over Hanmer Springs thermal resort. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.takeabreak.co.nz Kaiteriteri Webcam Edit This Kaiteriteri Webcam http://www.takeabreak.co.nz/accommodation/kaiteriteri.asp Kaiteriteri, New Zealand. View of Kaiteriteri beach with Nelson in the distance across the bay. Close to the Abel Tasman National Park. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.takeabreak.co.nz Webcams in New Zealand Edit This Each hour, a series of cameras spread throughout New Zealand contacts a central computer at the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research to archive images for subsequent research and make them available on the World Wide Web. http://www.enzed.com/cam.html for the full list World66 rating: [rate it] address: 11 indiana grove upper hutt __________People Edit This Boooyakasha Boooyakasha Population: 4,035,461 Age structure: 0-14 years: 21.4% (male 441,836/female 421,065) 15-64 years: 66.9% (male 1,356,095/female 1,343,728) 65 years and over: 11.7% (male 206,650/female 266,087) (2005 est.) Population growth rate: 1.02% (2005 est.) Birth rate: 13.9 births/1,000 population (2005 est.) Death rate: 7.53 deaths/1,000 population (2005 est.) Net migration rate: 3.83 migrant(s)/1,000 population (2005 est.) Sex ratio: at birth: 1.04 male(s)/female under 15 years: 1.05 male(s)/female 15-64 years: 1.01 male(s)/female 65 years and over: 0.78 male(s)/female total population: 0.99 male(s)/female (2005 est.) Infant mortality rate: total: 5.85 deaths/1,000 live births male: 6.7 deaths/1,000 live births female: 4.96 deaths/1,000 live births (2005 est.) Life expectancy at birth: total population: 78.66 years male: 75.67 years female: 81.78 years (2005 est.) Total fertility rate: 1.79 children born/woman (2005 est.) Nationality: noun: New Zealander(s) adjective: New Zealand Ethnic groups: New Zealand European 74.5% Maori 9.7% other European 4.6% Pacific Islander 3.8% Asian and others 7.4% Religions: Anglican 24% Presbyterian 18% Roman Catholic 15% Methodist 5% Baptist 2% other Protestant 3% unspecified or none 33% (1986) Languages: English (official), Maori (official) Literacy: definition: age 15 and over can read and write total population: 99% (1980 est.) male: NA% female: NA% Part or or all of this text stems from the original article at: http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/geos/nz.html _________Festivals Edit This santa parade in auckland santa parade in auckland Contributors November 22, 2006 change by nztraveller [Add Festival] World of Wearable Arts (WOW) Edit This Every year around late September, Wellington boost the biggest event in NZ, World of Wearable Arts Show. Designers, fashion industry and models compete for the price that are now an international recognised event with guests and contributors from all over the world. The fashion show is a little different, as the models wear art on their bodies and not ordinary clothes. World66 rating: [rate it] url: www.worldofwearableart.com date: sept Top Christmas Events in Auckland Edit This santa parade in auckland santa parade in auckland If you enjoy celebrating Christmas and want to join in with Christmas in Auckland celebrations, then you can. What’s great about these events is that they are absolutely FREE, that’s right you don’t need to buy tickets or do any advanced booking, just come along with families and friends and join in with the fun and enjoy! At all these events you will get the chance to unite together with the crowds and sing along to the all time favorite Christmas carols. This year (2006) there are going to be five Christmas events and yes they are all FREE. 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Zealand Travel Guide New Zealand Travel Guide and New Zealand Travel Information - TravelPuppy.com Imagine a unique place of breathtaking scenery: craggy coastlines, sweeping golden beaches, rich forests, snow covered mountains, fish filled rivers, glacier fed lakes and gurgling volcanic pools, all beneath a vibrant blue sky. That place is New Zealand. New Zealand is compact and accessible, spread over three relatively small islands with efficient and modern transport, quiet roads, plenty of international flights and 2 stunningly scenic rail journeys. Other pluses are friendly, English-speaking people, a low crime rate. There are 3 major cultural influences: Polynesian navigators (the Maori), European settlers who followed a thousand years after the Maori’s, Recent Pacific Rim immigrants. The animal and plant life are excellent, offering many opportunities to see the varied birdlife (including kiwis), also dolphins seals and whales. Enjoy the chance to explore2 of the richest New World wine regions on earth, sample wonderful cuisine, stroll on deserted beaches, walk through the national parks or over alpine passes. Try whitewater rafting, caving or bungee jumping. You can snowboard and ski on world class slopes. Experience scuba diving in unique colour filled marine reserves, sail on exciting waters or play on tournament class golf courses. If that is not your style, immerse yourself in culture at the museums and galleries of New Zealand’s main cities: Auckland Christchurch Wellington (the capital) New Zealand’ offers something for every type of visitor and it’s time as an original tourist destination has come. Long haul flights are growing fast and the country’s isolation, once a hurdle, is now a boon. ___________New Zealand Communications New Zealand Communications - TravelPuppy.com Fax The majority of hotels provide facimile facilities. Internet ISPs include Kiwilink There are Internet cafes in the city and smaller town business districts. Internet access is provided at many youth hostels and hotels. Telephones International Direct Dialing is available New Zealand country dialing code: 64 Outgoing international dialing code: 00 Very few public phones still accept coins, some accept credit cards but the main method of payment is cards bought from bookstalls. Mobile telephones Advanced mobile phone (AMP) networks are operated by Telecom New Zealand Global System for Mobile communication (GSM) 900 network is operated by Vodafone New Zealand Handsets can be bought or hired from Vodafone New Zealand. There are also mobile telephone shops at Christchurch and Auckland airports. Post Post offices are open Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm Airmail to Western Europe takes 4 to 5 days and to the USA 3 to 10 days. Press The English language daily newspapers with the highest circulation include: New Zealand Herald Otago Daily Times The Press The Dominion Radio From time to time the radio frequencies change and the most up to date information can be found online: BBC World Service can be received. Voice of America can be received. ______________New Zealand Contacts New Zealand Addresses and Contacts - TravelPuppy.com New Zealand country dialling code: 64 Tourism New Zealand – New Zealand Building Address Level 16, 80 The Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand Postal address PO Box 95, Wellington, New Zealand Telephone (4) 917 5400 Facsimile (4) 915 3817 Website address www.newzealand.com www.tourisminfo.govt.nz Note This address is the administrative headquarters only. Consumer and trade enquiries should be directed to Tourism New Zealand branches worldwide. Tourism New Zealand - UK Building Address New Zealand House, 80 Haymarket, London SW1Y 4TQ, UK Telephone (020) 7930 1662, (09050) 606 060 (a recorded information line, calls cost 60p per minute) (09069) 100 100 (immigration). Facsimile (020) 7839 8929 Email enquiries@tnz.govt.nz Website address www.newzealand.com (consumer information) or www.tourisminfo.govt.nz (trade information) Note Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.30 pm Tourism New Zealand - USA Building Address 501 Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite 300, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA: Telephone (310) 395 7480 (866) 639 9325 (free of charge inside USA) Facsimile (310) 395 5453 Email laxinfo@tnz.govt.nz Website address www.newzealand.com (consumer information) or www.tourisminfo.govt.nz (trade information) Note Only deals with enquiries from the USA and Canada. All North American Explore business cards and applications should be sent to the Los Angeles office. New Zealand Immigration Service - UK Building Address Mezzanine Floor, New Zealand House, 80 Haymarket, London SW1Y 4TE, UK Telephone (09069) 100 100 (Immigration service and visa information, calls cost £1 per minute) Facsimile (020) 7973 0370 Email info@immigration.govt.nz Website address www.immigration.govt.nz Note Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10.00 am – 3.45 pm New Zealand High Commission Building Address New Zealand House, 80 Haymarket, London SW1Y 4TQ, UK Telephone (020) 7930 8422 Facsimile (020) 7839 4580 Email aboutnz@newzealandhc.org.nz or nzembassy@newzealandhc.org.uk Website address www.nzembassy.com Note Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00 pm Passport and Visa enquiries can be made to the New Zealand Immigration Service British High Commission – New Zealand Building Address 44 Hill Street, Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand Postal address: PO Box 1812, Wellington, New Zealand Telephone (4) 924 2888 Facsimile (4) 473 4982 Email PPA.Mailbox@fco.gov.uk Website address www.britain.org.nz Note Consulate General in: Auckland New Zealand High Commission - Canada Building Address 99 Bank Street, Suite 727, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 6G3, Canada Telephone (613) 238 5991 Facsimile (613) 238 5707 Email info@nzhcottawa.org Website address www.nzhcottawa.org Note Consulate General in Toronto and Vancouver. United States of America Embassy – New Zealand Building Address 29 Fitzherbert Terrace, Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand Postal address PO Box 1190, Wellington, New Zealand Telephone (4) 462 6000 Facsimile (4) 499 0490 Website address http://wellington.usembassy.gov Note Visa enquiries should be directed to the Consulate General in Auckland United States of America Consulate General – New Zealand Building Address 3rd Floor, Citibank Building, 23 Customs Street, Auckland, New Zealand Postal address PO Box 92022, Auckland, New Zealand Telephone (9) 303 2724 Facsimile (9) 366 0870 Website address http://wellington.usembassy.gov Canadian High Commission – New Zealand Building Address 61 Molesworth Street, Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand Postal address PO Box 12049, Wellington, New Zealand Telephone (4) 473 9577 Facsimile (4) 471 2082 Email wlgtn@international.gc.ca Website address www.wellington.gc.ca Note Canadian Consulate Trade Office in: Auckland ___________________ New Zealand Getting Around - Internal Travel New Zealand Internal Travel - Getting Around New Zealand - TravelPuppy.com Air Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand (NZ) operate domestic flights between the major airports. For more information on the major airports see travel international section. Many smaller airlines, such as Eagle Air, Air Nelson and Mount Cook Airlines, are owned by Air New Zealand and have been grouped together as Air New Zealand Link. These smaller airlines serve many of the 27 other airports throughout the 2 islands. Sea Modern ferries link the North and the South Islands by carrying vehicles and passengers across Cook Strait, traveling between Picton and Wellington. One of these ferries, the Interislander makes several daily crossings and the travel time is 3 hours. Lynx, the faster choice, is a high speed catamaran and takes 2 hours 15 minutes operating all year round. Reservations on all ferry services are highly advised, particularly for visitors taking their vehicles. You can receive information from Tourism New Zealand (see contacts section) or via the Tranz Rail reservation line; see the Rail section for further details. Rail Toll New Zealand (formerly called Tranz Rail Ltd) operates a reliable rail service on 4,000 kilometres (2,485 miles) of railway with a selection of routes with fantastic scenic attraction. Tranz Scenic provides 8 longer distance trains. The Overlander runs between Wellington and Auckland, daytime and overnight, with beautiful views of volcanic peaks, gorges and forests. The Transcoastal runs between Christchurch and Picton along the east coast between the snow covered Kaikoura Mountains and past the Kaikoura coast, which is well known for whale watching. The TranzAlpine runs between Christchurch and Greymouth through amazing landscapes of river valleys,gorges, and across the snow covered Southern Alps. There are buffet cars on all trains, however there are no sleeping cars on overnight services, and all services are one class travel only. For further information, contact Toll New Zealand: Telephone: (4) 498 3000 Facsimile: (4) 498 3259 Email address: info@tollnz.co.nz Website address: www.tollnz.co.nz or Tranz Scenic: Telephone: (4) 495 0775 or (0800) 277 482 (toll free in New Zealand) Facsimile: (4) 472 8903z Email address: bookings@tranzscenic.co.nz Website address: www.tranzscenic.co.nz Road There is 92,000 kilometres (57,200 miles) of roads in New Zealand. The Traffic drives on the left, and the legal speed limit is 50 kilometres per hour (30 miles per hour) in built-up areas and 100 kilometres per hour (60 miles per hour) on the open road. Distances are indicated in kilometres, and it is legally essential for both both driver and passengers to wear seat belts at all times. Bus There are regional bus networks which supply most parts of the country, they are cheaper and known to be friendlier than the larger companies. Taxi There are metered taxis throughout New Zealand. Coach tours For all coach tours it is advisable to make reservations for seats. Contact an InterCity Travel Centre or Tourism New Zealand for information and details on travel passes, which are valid for coach, rail and ferries. InterCity Coachlines activates scheduled services throughout New Zealand. Website address: www.intercitycoach.co.nz Newmans Coach Lines operates services in both islands. Website address: www.newmanscoach.co.nz Car hire Local firms and major international firms have offices at airports and in most major towns and cities. It is advised to hire vehicles from members of the New Zealand Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association. The minimum age for driving a rented car is 21. For further information, contact The New Zealand Automobile Association: Telephone: (9) 377 4660 or (800) 500 444 (toll free in New Zealand) Facsimile: (9) 309 4563 Email address: info@aa.co.nz Website address: www.aa.co.nz Documentation New Zealand recognise all international driving licence's, however although its not compulsory, an International Driving Permit is advised. For further information, contact Tourism New Zealand (see contacts section). Urban Reliable and local bus services are provided in the main towns, and in Wellington there are also trolley buses. Both Wellington and Auckland have zonal fares with pre purchase tickets and day passes. The company Rideline houses all the bus, train and ferry information about traveling around Auckland. Travel times The following chart gives approximate travel times (in hours and minutes) from Wellington to other major towns and cities in New Zealand: Air Road Rail Auckland 1 hour 9 hours 10 hours Queenstown 2 hours 5 minutes 15 hours 40 minutes * N/A Nelson 20 minutes 6 hours - N. Plymouth 1 hour 8 hours 30 minutes - Palmerston N. 30 minutes 2 hours 30 minutes 2 hours 40 minutes Glaciers (west coast) 1 hour 45 minutes ** 8 hours 20 minutes - Christchurch 45 minutes 7 hours 20 minutes * 5 hours 20 minutes * Dunedin 1 hour 20 minutes 12 hours 20 minutes * - Rotorua 1 hour 15 minutes 5 hours 45 minutes - Bay of Islands 2 hours 14 hours - Napier 1 hour 6 hours 30 minutes - Mt Cook 2 hours 10 hours - Picton 30 minutes - - Note: * Means plus ferry crossing lasting 3 hours ** Means plus 2 hours 30 by road Travel Passes ‘Travelpass New Zealand’ is a 3-in-1 travel pass which allows unlimited travel on Tranz Scenic trains, InterCity coaches, and Interislander ferry services across Cook Strait. It can be issued for periods between five days and over eight weeks and can be bought outside New Zealand from any Toll New Zealand travel centre or accredited travel agency, or a InterCity Coachlines office The Best of New Zealand Pass includes all train and ferry services as well as selected coach services and the Taieri Gorge Railway for travel over 180 days. For further information, contact Tourism New Zealand (see the contacts section). Useful travel links Auckland regional council Other information on travel in Auckland Interislander Information on the Interislander and the Lynx. Rideline Information on timetables ect. in Auckland Taieri Gorge rail Information on Dunedin's Taieri gorge rail Tranz Scenic Information on all long distance travel in NZ ________________ New Zealand General Info New Zealand General Information - TravelPuppy.com Area 270,534 square kilometres (104,454 square miles) Population 4,009,200 (the 2003 official estimate) Population Density 14.8 people per square kilometre Capital Wellington. Population of Wellington 423,765 (the 2003 official estimate). Although it is not the capital, Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and has a population of 1,158,891 (the 2003 official estimate). Geography: New Zealand is 1,930 kilometres (1,200 miles) southeast of Australia. New Zealand's 3 islands make up a country that is relatively small, especially compared to it's huge neighbour, Australia.The country consists of 3 main islands: North Island (which is 116,031 square Kilometres/44,800 square miles) South Island (which is 153,540 square Kilometres/59,283 square miles) Stewart Island which is 1,750 square Kilometres(676 square miles), lies directly south of South Island. The north and south islands are separated by Cook Strait. The Chatham Islands are located 800 Kilometres (500 miles) east of Christchurch. Travelling from the north to the south, the temperature reduces. New Zealand only takes up about 20% more land mass than the British Isles. 2 thirds of the country is mountainous, a region of deep alpine lakes, swift-flowing rivers, and dense subtropical forest. Auckland (the country's largest city) is positioned on the peninsula that forms the northern part of the North Island. The southern part of the North Island is known for fertile coastal plains rising up to volcanic peaks. Around Rotorua, 240 Kilometres (149 miles) south of Auckland, there is thermal activity in the form of hissing fumaroles, silica terraces, springs of hot mineral water, geysers, coloured craters and pools of boiling mud, which make Rotorua an amazing world wide tourist attraction. The South Island is a larger island, however, only about 1 third of the population lives there. The Southern Alps extend the whole length of the island, culminating in the country’s highest peak, Mount Cook. Franz Josef and Fox glaciers are in the same region as Mount Cook. There are 4 associated territories of New Zealand: The Cook Islands (which are about 3500 Kilometres/2175 miles northeast of New Zealand) Niue (which is 920 Kilometres/570 miles west of the Cook Islands) has an area of 260 square Kilometres/100 square miles Tokelau, three atolls (which is about 960 Kilometres/600 miles northwest of Niue) has an area of 12 square Kilometres/4 square miles The Ross Dependency, which consists of over 700,000 square Kilometres (270,270 square miles) of the Antarctic. Government New Zealand has had a constitutional monarchy since 1907. The Head of State is HM Queen Elizabeth II, since 1952, and has been represented locally by Governor-General Dame Silvia Cartwright since 2001. The Head of Government has been Prime Minister Helen Clark, since 1999. Language English is the main everyday language, however other languages are also spoken, including Maori. Maori is New Zealand’s second official language, which is spoken by the native Maori people (who make up approximately 15% of the population). Religion 60% of the population is Christian, whilst the other 40% is represented by Methodist, Roman Catholic, Anglican and Presbyterian. Time Zone Main islands: Greenwich Mean Time +12 (Greenwich Mean Time +13 from the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in March). Chatham Island: GMT + 12.45 / GMT + 13.45 from the last Sunday in October to the last Sunday in Marc. Electricity: 230 volts AC, 50Hz. Electricity 220 volts AC, 50Hz. Three-pin plugs are in use. Many hotels provide 110-volt AC sockets (rated at 20 watts) but only for electric razors. _____________New Zealand Festivals - Events New Zealand Festivals and Events Guide - TravelPuppy.com For exact dates and details, please contact Tourism New Zealand (details can be found in our contacts section). These are just a few annual festivals and events you can attend in New Zealand: January 3 to February 6: The "Global Challenge yacht race" takes place in Wellington. January 10 to January 16: The Heineken Tennis Open (New Zealand's tennis tournament) takes place in Auckland. February 4 to February 5: The International Rugby Sevens Tournament takes place in Wellington. February 5: The Kawhia Traditional Maori Food Festival takes place. February 5 to February 6: The Harvest Hawkes Bay Wine and Food Festivals. February 18 to February 27: Hamilton Gardens Summer Festival 2005 March 11 to March 13: The Womad International Music Festival in Taranaki. March 13: The Weka Wildthing Triathalon in Manawata. March 26 to March 27: Silverstone Race to the Sky. March 31 to April 2: New Zealand Shearing Championships in Waikato. May 6 to May 8: Savour New Zealand food festival. June 4 to July 9: The British Lions Rugby Tour. July 22 to August 7: The International Film Festival. ____________ New Zealand Sports New Zealand Sports - TravelPuppy.com Adventure sports Queenstown is generally known as the adventure capital, however not all adventure sports are held here. The Awesome Foursome is an adrenaline trip that combines a bungee jump, a helicopter flight, whitewater rafting, and high speed jet boating all in one day. Bungee jumping was first commercialised by New Zealanders, and their country is still known for this sport. Famous jump off points include the Kawaru River Bridge, the Pipeline, Hanmer Springs (which is in the South island), the Bungee Rocket (which is at New Brighton Pier), the Skippers Bridge, the Ledge (near Queenstown), and Taupo and Mangaweka (in the North Island). Rap jumping is a sport which consists of abseiling headfirst down a cliff and is also currently popular in Auckland, Queenstown, Bay of Islands and Wanaka. River sledging is a sport that involves riding down a river holding to a polystyrene sledge or boogie board This activity is available in Queenstown (which is on the South island), and on the Rangitaiki river (which is near Rotorua on the North island). Beginner's courses for paragliding (a sport that is a cross between parachuting and hand gliding and is the closest equivalent to flying) are available near Wanaka and Queenstown, whilst experienced paragliders tend to head to Wanaka, the Daney Pass or Christchurch. One of New Zealand's other inventions is Jet boating, which takes place on a special powered boat. It consists of a high speed boat trip, and some of the country's best known rivers are renowned for this sport. As it is available for a wide range of ages, this sport has become very popular. The best locations for surf rafting (which invites visitors to accompany skilled rafters through crashing waves while simultaneously being offered a commentary on the coastline nearby) are Piha Beach (near Auckland, which is on North island) and the Otago Peninsula (near Dunedin, which is on South Island. Another adventure New Zealand invented is zorbing. This involves being strapped into a transparent, cellophane, inflatable ball which is then rolled onto a river or down a grassy hill. The home town for this sport is Rotorua and Paihia. Water Sports New Zealand’s coastline stretches for a total of about 16,000 kilometres (10,000 miles), so the conditions for swimming and diving are perfect. A lot of dive spots are easily accessible from the shore, particularly those in North Island. The Poor Knights Islands which are near Whangarei, are particularly renowned among divers (Jacques Cousteau quoted them as one of the world’s top diving destinations). There are many different types of diving and these are all available in New Zealand: Kelp forests, which are at Stewart Island (home to the huge Paua shellfish) Black and red coral which is in the Fiordlands Wreck diving, which is at the Rainbow Warrior, the famous Greenpeace boat which was sunk off the Bay of Islands. Divers will need to bring their diver’s certification cards, and many dive stores offer support facilities and equipment rental. A detailed brochure with information on New Zealand’s best dive sites can be obtained from: Address: New Zealand Underwater, PO Box 875, Auckland Telephone: (9) 623 3252 Facsimile: (9) 623 3523 Website address: www.nzunderwater.org.nz The long coastlines also offer excellent opportunities for surfing, with some of the best breaks located at Palliser Bay (near Wellington), Murawai, Mahia Peninsula (near Gisborne), Piha and Raglan. Swimming with dolphins is possible in Whakatane, the Coromandel Peninsulathe, Bay of Islands (which is north of Auckland), and Kaikoura (which is on South Island). Advance booking is recommended as numbers are limited. Whale watching is also possible, on the eastern coast of South Island, all year round (the greatest number of sightings are in winter, from April to August). For further information and details of prices, please contact Whale Watch. Auckland, or as some people know it, 'the city of sails', is one of the top locations for sailing and yachting. Charters with a skipper and crew can be hired to sail just around the coast, as far as the Pacific Islands, or to the remote maritime reserves in the Hauraki Gulf, Bay of Islands and Marlborough Sounds. Many rivers, including the Wairora (which is near Tauranga), and the Mohaka (which is in Hawke’s Bay) are the perfect spots for whitewater rafting trips ranging from a couple of hours to five days. The Kaituna (which is near Rotorua), which also features the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall at 7m (23ft is another popular location for whitewater rafting. Windsurfing is mainly popular around Auckland, Wellington, Taupo, and the Bay of Islands, while kayaking is broadly practised on rivers throughout New Zealand. Winter Sports New Zealand offers good snowboarding and skiing, the ideal conditions are from June to October. The resorts tend to be less crowded than the European ones. The best ski regions on the North island are Turoa and Whakapapa(both located on Mount Ruapehu). Other good ski slopes can be found in Mount Hutt (where the season is from late May to early November), and in the Southern Lakes region (particularly Queenstown and Wanaka). Heli-skiing trips are available in Queenstown, Mount Hutt and Wanaka, and cross-country skiing is possible on a 26 kilometre (16 mile) trail through the Pisa range near Wanaka. Glacier skiing and glacier walking can be enjoyed at the Franz Josef, Fox, and Tasman glaciers in the Southern Alps. Mountaineering Climbers are advised to hire a commercial guide or contact a local alpine club before attempting New Zealand's mountains, some of the highest peaks in the southern hemisphere. Caving The Waitomo Caves are the most visited, ones of these being the ‘Lost World’ cave which can be abseiled into through shafts of sunlight. Tubing or cave rafting are other ways to explore New Zealand's many underground caves. Participants for tubing are provided with a wetsuit and helmet (with light), then float through the cave system on custom made tyres. Golf New Zealand has more than 400 golf courses, and green fees are relatively low compared to other countries. Most clubs welcome visitors, but it is best to telephone in advance, particularly at weekends. For further information, contact: Address: The New Zealand Golf Association, PO Box 11842, Wellington Telephone: (4) 385 4330 Facsimile: (4) 385 4331 Email address: nzga@nzga.co.nz Website address: www.nzgolf.org.nz Walking An assortment of walks are available in New Zealand, many of these footpaths pass through protected forest areas or national parks. Trails are categorised according to 4 different types: Paths (which are easy, suitable for all ages and fitness levels including wheelchair users) walking tracks (which are easy) tramping tracks (which are more demanding and require good fitness) routes (which are very challenging and for experienced hikers only) The Department of Conservation (DOC) has singled out 8 different walks which are generally the most popular and best known, including: The Abel Tasman Coastal Track (which is New Zealand’s most widely used recreational track) The Lake Waikaremoana Track (which is in The Urewara National Park) The Milford Track (which is the country’s most famous track in World-Heritage listed Fiordland Park) the Rakiura Track (which is a remote walk on Stewart Island to New Zealand’s southern parts). These tracks normally take from 1 to several days, with accommodation provided en route, either basic camping and huts, or comfortable lodges. Walkers attempting tramping tracks (a network of these exists) should be well prepared and able to use a compass and read maps. In most cases, a Great Walks Pass must be obtained from the Department of Conservation. This has local offices throughout New Zealand, For further information, contact the Department of Conservation in Wellington: Telephone: (4) 471 0726 Facsimile: (4) 471 1032 Website address: www.doc.govt.nz Fishing The fish that are particularly popular are Brown and Rainbow Trout. Salmon fishing is best in the Waitaki, Rakaia, Waimakariri and Rangitata rivers on the East Coast (the season lasts from mid December to late April). Permits are only required for trout and salmon fishing, there is a special Tourist Licence (only available from the Tourism Rotorua Information Office) which allows holders to fish anyplace in the country for a one month period. For further details contact: Address: The New Zealand Professional Fishing Guides Association, PO Box 16, Motu, Gisborne Telephone: (6) 863 5822 Facsimile: (6) 863 5844 Email address: murphy.motu@xtra.co.nz Website address: www.nzpfga.com Wildlife Many animal and plant species are unique to New Zealand, as the country was separated from other land masses about 100 million years ago. This is particularly accurate in the case of birds, which attract bird watching enthusiasts from all over the world. Due to the lack of predators, many of New Zealand's birds never fully developed wings so, live on the ground. The best known native bird is the kiwi, which is also the country’s unofficial national symbol. Others include the weka and kea, as well as the endangered kakapo, the world’s largest parrot. The emu, originally from Australia, is also found here, as New Zealand’s own native equivalent, the moa, has now become extinct. New Zealand has many famous bird watching points, these include Taiaroa Head (which is near Dunedin), known for colonies of royal albatrosses, and Stewart Island, where kiwis can be seen at night. Cape Kidnappers in Hawkes Bay is the only gannet colony in the world, and is well worth a trip at low tide, when it is possible to get a tractor ride or walk along the beach. New Zealand is also home to the world’s largest insect, the weta, which is a mouse sized cricket. Another unique part of wildlife the country's home to is the tuatara, which is a reptile whose ancestry stretches back to the dinosaurs. Other The national sports of New Zealand are rugby, cricket and netball. Other sports particular to New Zealand include sheep dog trials and lawn bowls, which is a popular sport played from September to April with greens in most towns. A number of triathlon races and endurance events are held throughout the year. Bicycles can be hired easily and special tours offer lifts up to volcano tops (notably at Mount Ruapehu, the Remarkables Range, and the Otaga Peninsula). Most buses and trains allow bicycles on board and bicycle helmets are essential. |
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In questo paese (Nuova Zelanda) abbiamo un voltaggio di 240 V con una frequenza di 50 Hz, e le seguenti prese: Australe-cinese-argentina a 2 e 3 poli Indirizzi utili PROPONI TESTO Il Viaggio Quanto stare PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effettuato l'accesso sul sito. Per maggiori informazioni sulla registrazione clicca sul pulsante qui a destra! Come arrivare PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effettuato l'accesso sul sito. Per maggiori informazioni sulla registrazione clicca sul pulsante qui a destra! Tasse di ingresso-imbarco PROPONI TESTO Nessuno ha ancora proposto contenuti per questa parte della guida, vuoi farlo tu? Per poter compiere questa operazione devi esserti registrato ed aver effettuato l'accesso sul sito. 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