About New Zealand

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New Zealand holds a special place on the world travel circuit as a premier eco-tourism and outdoor adventure destination. It is also a great place for a relaxing holiday.

This small, compact group of three elongated islands, stretching 1500km down the southern latitudes of the Pacific Ocean, is home to just over 4 million people. These laid-back, friendly folk give a warm welcome to visitors as they travel the North Island, South Island and Stewart Island. Tourist facilities are world-class, offering a wide range of accommodation and touring options and there is a network of 100 Visitor Information Centres to help you along the way.

About New Zealand: Business, Cost of Living, Education, Employment, Forest Parks, Freshwater Fisheries, Government, Great Walks, Green Camping Guide, History & Culture, Hunting Regions, Lifestyle, National Parks, New Zealand, Scenic Highlights, Skiing, Touring Guide and Wine Regions

Essential Supplies

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New Zealand has several major supermarket chains and produce markets with branches in most cities and townships spread the length and breadth

Regional Information

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DOC Visitor Centres, which are situated in or near most National Parks, are a mine of valuable information with maps and leaflets.

Keeping safe in New Zealand

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New Zealand is no more dangerous than any other Western country and considerably less dangerous than a great many other nations.

Freedom Camping is still legal in New Zealand

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New Zealand has a great many camping grounds and caravan/motorhome parks spread the length and breadth of the country. Spending the night.

What are the basic road rules

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We recommend that when you have a stream of vehicles building up behind you, you pull over at the first safe opportunity to let them past.

Can I hitchhike in New Zealand

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Frowned upon as dangerous by many, hitchhiking is not illegal in New Zealand. Attempting to pick up a ride on a motorway is against the law.

Mobile & Digital TV Coverage

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New Zealand has good cellphone coverage, 5G, 4G, 3G, Dual Carrier and 2G mobile networks provide coverage in 98.5% for New Zealand.

Road Safety Tips for Cyclists

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Rules for cyclists mirror those for the drivers of other vehicles. Cyclists should keep to the left and indicate turns and stopping maneuvers

Green Camping Guide

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New Zealand has a countrywide network of Dump Stations and refuse collection facilities, so there really is no excuse to leave their waste.

Emergency Services

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For all emergency services, 111 is the number to dial. The controller will ask you what service you require, Police, Fire, Ambulance.

Tongariro Northern Circuit

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Enter into the heart of a vast moonscape of tortured rock that makes up Tongariro, one of the world’s first national parks (1887).

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