I'm not sure about what other accomm there is in Queenstown area, but I'm going to stay at A Line Hotel, which is apparently quite central.
Anyone going to bring instant cup noodles to NZ just for snacks and in case there's no time to get a meal? Got info that NZ is very strict on bringing in food, but if we declare it should be ok? Or is it about the same price to buy cup noodles from supermarkets in NZ?
Anyone going to bring instant cup noodles to NZ just for snacks and in case there's no time to get a meal? Got info that NZ is very strict on bringing in food, but if we declare it should be ok? Or is it about the same price to buy cup noodles from supermarkets in NZ?
hi twinkle
yes, NZ is strict.
Doesnot mean you declare and they will let you bring in. They will check the actual ingredients of the food. If it contains no animal products, then u can bring in. Otherwise they will confiscate them.
I once brought 3-in 1 coffee. But because the creamer is dairy instead of non-dairy, the customs confiscated my coffee...
Then in the end, have to go Chinatown to buy..
yes, NZ is strict.
Doesnot mean you declare and they will let you bring in. They will check the actual ingredients of the food. If it contains no animal products, then u can bring in. Otherwise they will confiscate them.
I once brought 3-in 1 coffee. But because the creamer is dairy instead of non-dairy, the customs confiscated my coffee...
Then in the end, have to go Chinatown to buy..
thanks dolphin and kenshare!
In that case will save the trouble and don't bring. Heard from travel agent that even if you declare nothing, they will still check through your whole bag to make sure. If you bring something and declare it, they will not check through your whole bag.
but if they are likely to throw away what i bring, then I'll just bring nothing, declare nothing and let them check the whole bag if they want, bo pian.
In that case will save the trouble and don't bring. Heard from travel agent that even if you declare nothing, they will still check through your whole bag to make sure. If you bring something and declare it, they will not check through your whole bag.
but if they are likely to throw away what i bring, then I'll just bring nothing, declare nothing and let them check the whole bag if they want, bo pian.
cookiebunny
New Member
I think as long it's non-dairy and non-fresh fruits and vegetable, it should be ok.
My aunt just went back to NZ last Jan and took a whole bag of foodstuff.
Just remember to declare, if it's not ok they will just take it away. If you do not declare and they found it, you might get fine.
My aunt just went back to NZ last Jan and took a whole bag of foodstuff.
Just remember to declare, if it's not ok they will just take it away. If you do not declare and they found it, you might get fine.
preciousthots
Member
hi, am planning for a NZ trip to the South island towards the end of the year--between Oct to Dec.any advice on when is the best time to go?my hubby and I love nice scenary and plan to do the adventurous sports too...Thanks in advance!
hi preciousthots,
i am planning my NZ trip in Oct straight after my wedding.
i think Oct is a good time cos its spring and and the days are starting to be longer..
But I heard that it will be peak season in NZ too due to some school holidays..need to confirm on that..
we are planning free and easy and have booked our car. we haven planned our itineary but mostly will be self drive to most of the places mentioned that should not be missed out..
wat about you??
i am planning my NZ trip in Oct straight after my wedding.
i think Oct is a good time cos its spring and and the days are starting to be longer..
But I heard that it will be peak season in NZ too due to some school holidays..need to confirm on that..
we are planning free and easy and have booked our car. we haven planned our itineary but mostly will be self drive to most of the places mentioned that should not be missed out..
wat about you??
preciousthots
Member
hi kenshare,
we haven really palnned yet...but we are planning to do self drive..we did that when we went US for honeymoon last year and it was real fun and carefree...still checking out air tix..have u booked yours?btw rented car co. did u book from?
we haven really palnned yet...but we are planning to do self drive..we did that when we went US for honeymoon last year and it was real fun and carefree...still checking out air tix..have u booked yours?btw rented car co. did u book from?
hi preciousthots,
I booked with Hertz during the Natas fair. I have 10% +1 free day. We booked the category of 50 plus..after discount and the free day, I think one day is ard 40 odd... I am collecting my car at Greymouth cos I want to take the transalpine route train.
I think there are some other car rental co. ard, but i booked with a reputable one in case... my personal opinion lah...
The last time I booked with them last year, I got a free upgrade from 1.6 to 4L!!!!! really powerful ah..
we are redeeming our Krisflyer miles so need to redeem only.
I booked with Hertz during the Natas fair. I have 10% +1 free day. We booked the category of 50 plus..after discount and the free day, I think one day is ard 40 odd... I am collecting my car at Greymouth cos I want to take the transalpine route train.
I think there are some other car rental co. ard, but i booked with a reputable one in case... my personal opinion lah...
we are redeeming our Krisflyer miles so need to redeem only.
Hi,
I am planning to go New Zealand (South Island) with my wife this end of May for a holiday.
I have check out with the various travel agencies for the tour package.
Agency: SA
Price: 2298
Tax: 216+NZ25
Agency:CTC
Price: 2398
Tax: 215+NZ25
Agency:Hong Thai
Price:2399
Tax:218+NZ25
Agency:Chan Bro.
Price:2538
Tax:244
Agency:ASA
Price:2468
Tax:260+NZ21
Agency
rice Breaker
Air Fare:1000
Tax:212
Agency Fee:86
Land Tour:NZ 979
Comparing the itinerary and pricing, CTC seem to have the better offer for package tour.
Reading through this forum, I find that a lot of u suggests going for a F&E ways to discover the country, which can either by self drive or booking through NZ local tour agencies.
So in order to understand more, I need some advice on the F&E ways.
Question:
1) Is it dangerous to drive, a lot of hilly terrain, long hour of driving?
2) Is it better to book with the local land tour and hotel, apartments or motel?
3) Do you think that this way will be much cheaper to travel and tour around?
I am planning to go New Zealand (South Island) with my wife this end of May for a holiday.
I have check out with the various travel agencies for the tour package.
Agency: SA
Price: 2298
Tax: 216+NZ25
Agency:CTC
Price: 2398
Tax: 215+NZ25
Agency:Hong Thai
Price:2399
Tax:218+NZ25
Agency:Chan Bro.
Price:2538
Tax:244
Agency:ASA
Price:2468
Tax:260+NZ21
Agency
rice Breaker Air Fare:1000
Tax:212
Agency Fee:86
Land Tour:NZ 979
Comparing the itinerary and pricing, CTC seem to have the better offer for package tour.
Reading through this forum, I find that a lot of u suggests going for a F&E ways to discover the country, which can either by self drive or booking through NZ local tour agencies.
So in order to understand more, I need some advice on the F&E ways.
Question:
1) Is it dangerous to drive, a lot of hilly terrain, long hour of driving?
2) Is it better to book with the local land tour and hotel, apartments or motel?
3) Do you think that this way will be much cheaper to travel and tour around?
wow - thanks for sharing! must also consider the number of days for each agency and what they include rite? some may be more exp but the entrance fees/meals are already included.
I have decided to go on land tour from NZ side cos:
a) only hubby drives. if u want to drive, best have at least 2 drivers
b) singapore tours might get cancelled last min when not enough ppl sign up - then you're stuck cos oredi taken leave and very sian to last min change plans
c) with land tours from NZ side, it's daily departure and you'll get a chance to travel with different tourists. not stuck with one singaporean group for the whole duration
d) a land tour package saves you the trouble of booking accom and arranging transfers from airport and between cities
having said all that, some ppl really enjoy driving, and I've heard that driving is the best way to see the most scenary cos it's your own time own target. and you can stop anytime you want, anywhere you want. just need more planning from yourself lor.
btw, anyone can share what rates they exchanged NZ dollar and from where? I need to exchange soon and dunno where more likely to have stock. oredi asked a few places, either rates very high or no stock.
I have decided to go on land tour from NZ side cos:
a) only hubby drives. if u want to drive, best have at least 2 drivers
b) singapore tours might get cancelled last min when not enough ppl sign up - then you're stuck cos oredi taken leave and very sian to last min change plans
c) with land tours from NZ side, it's daily departure and you'll get a chance to travel with different tourists. not stuck with one singaporean group for the whole duration
d) a land tour package saves you the trouble of booking accom and arranging transfers from airport and between cities
having said all that, some ppl really enjoy driving, and I've heard that driving is the best way to see the most scenary cos it's your own time own target. and you can stop anytime you want, anywhere you want. just need more planning from yourself lor.
btw, anyone can share what rates they exchanged NZ dollar and from where? I need to exchange soon and dunno where more likely to have stock. oredi asked a few places, either rates very high or no stock.
So Twinkle, how and where did you book the land tour from NZ side. Don't mind can share the itinerary and pricing? You can email to me at [email protected]. Enjoy your trip
Ok, will mail you.
Btw, here are some good websites for NZ weather. Can't believe they are forecasting short spell of snow in Queenstown on Fri!
http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/93831.html
http://www.metservice.co.nz/default/index.php?alias=queenstown
Btw, here are some good websites for NZ weather. Can't believe they are forecasting short spell of snow in Queenstown on Fri!
http://www.wunderground.com/global/stations/93831.html
http://www.metservice.co.nz/default/index.php?alias=queenstown
Hi, I am also interested in the NZ land tours. Can u also share the itinerary and pricing with me? My email is [email protected]
Thanks.
Thanks.
cookiebunny
New Member
Wow the rates are going up fast.
We changed last weekend and it was at 1.10 but I think it was not the best rate.
Twinkle, when are you going? I'm flying this weekend
We changed last weekend and it was at 1.10 but I think it was not the best rate.
Twinkle, when are you going? I'm flying this weekend
Hi, anyone of u tried honeymoon with a group of friends? Will it be weird?
As my FH and I are planning to go NZ for honeymoon, we were thinking that NZ is a place that has lots to play and with a group going, the cost can be easily shared as we intend to go free and easy...
Drive trip, then more people to help to drive.
As my FH and I are planning to go NZ for honeymoon, we were thinking that NZ is a place that has lots to play and with a group going, the cost can be easily shared as we intend to go free and easy...
Drive trip, then more people to help to drive.
Hmm... personally think it'll be a bit weird. ultimately it's how close you and yr hubby are with that group of friends and how comfortable they will be with you too!
But you're right that NZ is a great place for group trips too. A lot of ppl go as a group after graduation.
But you're right that NZ is a great place for group trips too. A lot of ppl go as a group after graduation.
Hi, i m also going NZ next week... i have booked a package with SA Tour during Natas.
Initially, we planned to go F&E, but only me n my hubby. he will be very tired to drive alone thru the journey, so we dropped the idea in the end.
wanted to book land tour from Resort, but learnt from my colleague's not so pleasant experience on land tour, we gave up on this idea too.
NZ is now approaching winter, should be quite cold....... anyone just came back recently?? can advise??
Initially, we planned to go F&E, but only me n my hubby. he will be very tired to drive alone thru the journey, so we dropped the idea in the end.
wanted to book land tour from Resort, but learnt from my colleague's not so pleasant experience on land tour, we gave up on this idea too.
NZ is now approaching winter, should be quite cold....... anyone just came back recently?? can advise??
PigZ gal,
Weather is getting colder definitely. But some days the weather are beautiful. It is like air conditionning the whole of Orchard road. Expect around 15-20 in the day and around 8 to 10 at night.
I suggest bring along a small thermo flask along the way, so that when you are cold, at least got hot water to drink.
If you are worried about the cold, get some thermal wear to keep you warm.
Enjoy NZ
Weather is getting colder definitely. But some days the weather are beautiful. It is like air conditionning the whole of Orchard road. Expect around 15-20 in the day and around 8 to 10 at night.
I suggest bring along a small thermo flask along the way, so that when you are cold, at least got hot water to drink.
If you are worried about the cold, get some thermal wear to keep you warm.
Enjoy NZ
hi all!!
Just came back. Had a fantastic time! Angy's temp is same as what I experienced in South Island. think North island is slightly warmer.
NZ has GORGEOUS scenery. loved almost every minute.
For those who want to stop at brisbane, qantas flight would be best. think easiest to book thru agent esp if there's complex stopover. got my SQ flight thru agent.
Just came back. Had a fantastic time! Angy's temp is same as what I experienced in South Island. think North island is slightly warmer.
NZ has GORGEOUS scenery. loved almost every minute.
For those who want to stop at brisbane, qantas flight would be best. think easiest to book thru agent esp if there's complex stopover. got my SQ flight thru agent.
A video clip of Homer Tunnel when we were in New Zealand. Quality not very good.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKg5zU067bQ
Valid till 19 May 2007
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKg5zU067bQ
Valid till 19 May 2007
A video clip of Te Anau Glowworm Caves when we were in New Zealand.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7o5UXFk03c
Valid till 24 May 2007
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n7o5UXFk03c
Valid till 24 May 2007
A video clip of Queenstown Deer Park Heights when we were in New Zealand. (Part 1 of 3).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cs4DE8rQZx4
Valid till 26 May 2007
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cs4DE8rQZx4
Valid till 26 May 2007
A video clip of Queenstown Deer Park Heights when we were in New Zealand. (Part 2 of 3).
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZuFMq5-gH0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZuFMq5-gH0
Hi Twinkle..
Can let me know how to book the land tour in NZ??
Can we book through local agent like trafalgar kind??
Can PM me or email at [email protected]?
Thanks in advance.
Can let me know how to book the land tour in NZ??
Can we book through local agent like trafalgar kind??
Can PM me or email at [email protected]?
Thanks in advance.
preciousthots
Member
hi hazie,
what px is considered good for purchase?am planning to go NZ in Nov..currently there is a SQ promo @ $1434 including tax.For Qantas, it's $1363
what px is considered good for purchase?am planning to go NZ in Nov..currently there is a SQ promo @ $1434 including tax.For Qantas, it's $1363