Day 7: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier
Hiking the Majestic Glacier After breakfast, we drove to Franz Josef Glacier and went on a glacier hiking tour which cost 170 NZD per person. During the hike, we admired…
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Day 6: Wellington → Christchurch
A City with British Charm After breakfast, we took a domestic flight on Air New Zealand to Christchurch on the South Island. The airfare cost us $130 NZD per person.…
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Day 5: Wellington
Te Papa National Museum After breakfast, we visited Te Papa National Museum to learn about the history and culture of New Zealand. My girlfriend was particularly interested in the Maori…
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Day 4: Rotorua → Taurus Waterfall → Wellington
Beauty of Taurus Waterfall After breakfast, we drove to Taurus Waterfall, one of the highest waterfalls in New Zealand. The waterfall was magnificent, and we were in awe of the…
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Day 3: Rotorua
Geothermal Wonders After breakfast, we visited Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland, where there are many unique geothermal landscapes, such as fountains, hot springs, and smoky volcanic craters. We were amazed by the…
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Day 2: Auckland → Hobbiton → Rotorua
The World of Lord of the Rings After breakfast, we drove to Hobbiton, the filming location of the movie "The Lord of the Rings." Here, we felt like we were…
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Day 1: Arrival in Auckland
Introduction to Auckland As the plane landed at Auckland Airport, I couldn't help but feel excited. Looking at the 10-day New Zealand itinerary that my girlfriend and I carefully planned,…
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Ten-day New Zealand Travel Plan
Hey, as someone with a big appetite, a love for travel and sports, I definitely can't miss out on this beautiful and delicious neighboring country! This time, I've planned a…
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Learn basic Maori vocabulary and respect the local Maori culture and traditions.
Learn basic Maori vocabulary The joy of communicating in Maori During my travels in New Zealand, I learned some basic Maori vocabulary, such as "Kia ora" (hello) and "Ka kite…
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Carrying Emergency Items with You
Bring a Power Bank Embarrassment of a Dead Phone During a New Zealand road trip, my phone died at a critical moment, leaving me unable to check maps or contact…
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Understanding Local Traffic Rules and Driving Routes for a Smooth Self-Driving Journey
Familiarize Yourself with Local Traffic Rules Novice to Left-Hand Driving During my first self-driving trip in New Zealand, I was not familiar with the country's left-hand driving rules, which often…
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Sunscreen and Rain Gear: Coping with New Zealand’s Ever-Changing Weather
Proper Sun Protection Sunburned Skin During my first trip to New Zealand, I underestimated the intensity of the sun and didn't take proper sun protection. As a result, I suffered…
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