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New Zealand Travel Guide
Epic is pretty much the only word that can describe New Zealand's action-packed, and gorgeous scenery that will make your jaw drop at every turn.
It's the real Middle Earth in New Zealand that will blow you away with how dynamic the landscape actually is. From fjords to glacial mountains, rainforests to subtropic paradises, and cities to hobbit holes.
This New Zealand travel guide will help you plan your next vacation.
Facts about New Zealand
- Electricity - 230V, 50Hz,
- Currency – New Zealand Dollar ($ NZD)
- $1 NZD = approximately $0.68 USD
- ATMs can be found all over and credit cards are accepted everywhere
- Cellular - You can find pre-paid no contract SIMs at the airport (i.e. Spark)
- Tipping - Tipping not expected but welcomed if good service provided (10-15%)
- Unit of Measure - Metric (Celsius, Meters)
Money Saving Tips
Go Camping - The real way to travel New Zealand is by leveraging the insane number of camp grounds and holiday parks. In fact, this is a country where you'll be hard pressed to find a lot of those 5-star hotels around the islands so go see the country the way it was meant to be enjoyed.
Drive - In a similar vain as the above, the best way to truly see the country is by hitting the road. Save money on flights and just drive. Gas can get expensive so look for the most economical vehicle possible.
Cook yourself - The truth is, New Zealand isn't exactly known for it's culinary delights so save your money and opt for cheap self-cooked meals. Splurge on experiences.