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Travel information and tips about New Zealand including passport information, accommodations, transportation to and in Australia, attractions and things to see and do, restaurant suggestions, tours, and much more. "Getting Away With Jim Bruner" - your first stop for travel information on New Zealand!
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Getting
To New Zealand
Most visitors to New Zealand arrive by air. New Zealand's
three international airports are at Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch. Some
flights from Australia also land at Hamilton, Palmerston North, Queenstown and
Dunedin. Air New
Zealand is the national carrier. For flight information and to purchase
tickets, click on
Getting Away Flight Information and Ticketing.
New Zealand Splendeur Tours - New Zealand tour operator and driver-guide Mark Wolk is Swiss and speaks English, French, Polish, Italian and basic German. He has had six-years' tour and travel experience throughout New Zealand and holds a Rolls-Royce Factory Chauffeur's Certificate, qualifying him for his role as your driver-guide of private tours. Mark designs personalized à la carte style tours, tailor-made to suit your specific requirements. He can provide tours for from one to six persons at a time in his Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit and his Peugeot V6. Extensive tours of over 20 days are Mark's specialty. With his Swiss hospitality he is well suited to pointing out the natural splendors of New Zealand to European and American travelers. Mark provides the best accommodation and restaurants available within the guest's requests.
South Sea Mermaid Tours take place in New Zealand/Aotearoa and abroad. They are designed especially for women who want to travel with other women. Treat yourself to the magical experience of being led through New Zealand, one of the world's most scenic countries, or join us on an International tour as Mermaids do the big OE! (Overseas Experience).
Getting
Around In New Zealand
By Car
Driving in New Zealand
International
Driving Licenses and Permits
You can legally drive in New Zealand for up to 12 months if you have either a
current driver's license from your home country, or an International Driving
Permit (IDP). All overseas visitors, must carry their license or permit
when driving. Make sure your overseas driver's license is current. If your license
is not in English, you should bring an English translation with you or obtain an
International Driving Permit. Contact your local automobile club for further
details about obtaining a translation or an IDP.
Road Safety
►If you plan to drive in New Zealand, here are some important tips:
►In New Zealand, all motorists drive on the left-hand side of the road.
►When you are turning left, you must yield (give way) to traffic crossing or
approaching from your right.
►You cannot turn on a red light like you can in the U.S. When
the traffic light is red, you must stop.
►The speed limit on the open road is 100km/h (approx 60m/h). In more congested
area, the speed limit is50km/h.
►Drivers and passengers must wear seat belts at all times
For complete
information, check the New Zealand
Land
Transport Safety Authority website for details on the New Zealand
Road
Code. cyclists should visit their pages on
cycle
safety before traveling by cycle in New Zealand.
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Some
Things To See And Do In New Zealand
Natural High
offers several adventure and specialty vacation ideas in New Zealand.
Cycle and Mountain Bike Tours, Sea Kayaking, Skiing and Snowboarding,
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New Zealand Splendeur Tours - New Zealand tour operator and driver-guide Mark Wolk is Swiss and speaks English, French, Polish, Italian and basic German. He has had six-years' tour and travel experience throughout New Zealand and holds a Rolls-Royce Factory Chauffeur's Certificate, qualifying him for his role as your driver-guide of private tours. Mark designs personalized à la carte style tours, tailor-made to suit your specific requirements. He can provide tours for from one to six persons at a time in his Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit and his Peugeot V6. Extensive tours of over 20 days are Mark's specialty. With his Swiss hospitality he is well suited to pointing out the natural splendors of New Zealand to European and American travelers. Mark provides the best accommodation and restaurants available within the guest's requests.
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In New Zealand
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