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Regular flights from Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Hamilton, Queenstown and Wellington along with flights to Australia.

Flights out of Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and Wellington with flights to Australia and the rest of the world.

New Zealand’s own carrier.  Domestic flights around New Zealand and international flights to the rest of the world.

Scheduled flights out of Auckland, Whitianga, Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua, Gisborne, New Plymouth, Napier and Paraparaumu.  Charters available on request.

air2there is a locally owned and operated airline based at Paraparaumu with scheduled flights between Paraparaumu, Wellington, Nelson and Blenheim.  Charters available on request.

Sounds Air is a locally owned and operated airline based at Picton Airport, linking the North and South Islands between Wellington, Picton, Blenheim and Nelson.  Scenic and charter flights available.

Experience a taste of warm ‘kiwi’ hospitality when you cruise Cook Strait with the proudly New Zealand owned Bluebridge service.  With stunning scenery, friendly service, free big screen movies and a choice of up to four return sailings a day (except Christmas Day) between Wellington and Picton – it’s a great way for you and your vehicle to cross Cook Strait.

Interislander’s Cook Strait Ferries offer up to 11 sailings a day with a wide choice of travel times between Wellington and Picton New Zealand. The 92km journey takes 3 hours and has been described as "one of the most beautiful ferry rides in the world".  Interislander operates three ships, carrying both passengers and their vehicles: Arahura, Aratere, and Kaitaki.   During your Interislander journey, take a stroll on the decks, enjoy a meal, a drink, or even catch the latest movie release.

Discover New Zealand and the true beauty of rail with Tranz Scenic’s unique train journeys. New Zealand's only passenger rail company combines world famous scenic train journeys with quality facilities and comfort.  Take the TranzAlpine from between Christchurch and Greymouth through the magnificent Southern Alps.  Or the Overlander from Wellington to Auckland travel through the central North Island and wind through the famous Raurimu Spiral.  Or the TranzCoastal from Christchurch through the coastal village of Kaikoura to Picton where it connects with the Interislander Ferry.  

The official New Zealand Road Code online, a user-friendly guide to New Zealand’s traffic law and safe driving practices.

Can I drive in New Zealand?  Everything you need to know about driver licencing for overseas visitors and new residents to New Zealand.

Get driving directions for your travel in New Zealand and around the world with Google Maps.   Save to My Maps, zoom in and out on the map and print or email your directions.

Regional up to date petrol, diesel and LPG prices throughout New Zealand.

Our hire service saves you the hassle of trying to organise all the gear you'll need on your own - our camping equipment packages include everything from tents, sleeping bags and inflatable air mats, right down to cutlery and cooking gear.

Welcome to Kids Friendly New Zealand, the family travel website that covers the whole of New Zealand, from the buzz of Queenstown to the quiet beaches of the far north. New Zealand is a great place for kids no matter what time of year it is. During summer families can have fun in the sun and enjoy our wonderful beaches. In winter, take the whole family skiing on one of our many family-friendly ski fields.  At Kids Friendly NZ we know that travelling with children is different to travelling on your own, and that not all tourist attractions are suitable for children!
Camping, Tramping and Mountain Bike Hire in New Zealand

One stop website for New Zealanders and visitors to know what is happening, how to get involved and view the Rugby World Cup Match Schedule.

The Festival - experience the real NZ by taking the long way around, Explore NZ, join the NZ 2011 Business Club, Get Involved - be part of the action and Investing in 2011. 

Sign up to the newsletter to get all the NZ 2011 news.

Find out what makes us Kiwis so proud of where we come from!

Weddings can be a daunting affair but, as with most New Zealand weddings, the hardest part is actually getting started on the “initial” preparations.  Throughout the NZ Wedding Planner website, we've put together a variety of NZ weddings information that we believe brides and grooms everywhere will find useful in planning their wedding to end all weddings.

Everything Maori on the Net!  Customs, traditions and culture of the Maori people including the concepts of tikanga, marae protocol, tangihanga (funerals), hura kohatu (unveilings), mihi (speeches), pepeha (how to introduce yourself in Maori) and an explanation of the definition and role of kaumatua.  A pictorial journey into Maori culture including manu, weapons, tukutuku, plants, traps and music.  Information on how to read carving and kowhaiwhai.  Stories of old.  Maori language online. 
Lots of images free to download.  A genealogy club, quiz yourself on your Maori knowledge and lots more!

New Zealand travel begins here. Welcome to the official site of Tourism NZ - the best place to plan your NZ travel. Discover new places and ways to travel in New Zealand plus find NZ maps, accommodation, great deals on NZ travel and more.

The gateway to New Zealand tourism, travel and holiday sites. Welcome to New Zealand's comprehensive online directory of tourism and travel companies.

Vote for your fave Must-Do's and WIN!

101 Must-Do's for Kiwis is back and packed full of awesome things to see and do in this great country of ours and we want to know which ones you think are the best of the best.

Be in to WIN $2,000 towards your own Ultimate Must-Do Holiday simply by voting for your fave Must-Do's. The best part? You get to choose how you want to spend the prize - on transport (including flights), accommodation and activities - and we'll book it all for you.

ASURE'S group of Motels, Apartments, Motor Inns, Motor Lodges, and Hotels offers you quality and affordable accommodation throughout New Zealand.   Experience genuine Kiwi hospitality.

The ASURE Accommodation Group can offer you studios, one bedroom, two bedroom, three bedroom suites and apartment style self-contained and serviced accommodation with some also offering self-catering and restaurant/bar facilities. The ASURE style of accommodation is perfect for both business trips and family holidays and will suit corporate guests, couples and family groups.

The choice of areas is New Zealand wide with the North Island properties located in Paihia, Whangarei, Auckland, Tauranga, Rotorua, Gisborne, Taupo, Turangi, Napier, New Plymouth, Wanganui, Palmerston North, and Paraparaumu and the South Island properties located in Blenheim, Nelson, Hanmer Springs, Greymouth, Christchurch, Ashburton, Timaru, Oamaru, Dunedin, Milton, Cromwell, Wanaka, Queenstown, Te Anau and Invercargill.

ASURE Loyalty Programme.  Stay 10 nights at any ASURE Accommodation Group property and receive $100 off your next stay.  

Baches & Holiday Homes To Rent lists over 3000 privately owned self catering holiday homes, houses, cabins, cottages, beach houses, farm houses and traditional Kiwi bach accommodation, which are available for rent throughout New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific.

Welcome to the Youth Hostel Association of New Zealand - budget backpacker accommodation for independent travellers of all ages. Our quality is assured, with international standards and more 5-star hostels than any other accommodation network. Stay with us and open the doorway to authentic, local experiences in 52 of the country's best locations, and let us introduce you to the real New Zealand Kiwis love.

Experience New Zealand with Bella Vista Motels.  Bella Vista's motel accommodation assures you of high standards of facilities and guest service wherever you are in New Zealand.

Kiwi Holiday Parks New Zealand are a group of campground, motorhome rental and caravan tourist parks offering several campsite accommodation options for your camping holiday throughout NZ. Make your activity holiday planning even easier with our itinerary planner and map.

Every type of budget accommodation under the sun is possible at a TOP 10 Holiday Park. We're to be found at 49 fabulous locations around New Zealand.  You can stay in wonderful park motels or self contained units in park-like surroundings. We have a range of cabins to suit every budget. Or if you just want to experience the freedom of camping and re-discover those great childhood memories in a campervan or tent - we have many superb powered and unpowered sites.  For a glorious holiday or few days getaway, TOP 10 Club membership provides an extra incentive for a great Kiwi stay.

Click here to find the best B&B accommodation in New Zealand, along with activities, information and New Zealand weather.

The NZ immigration service can help you access everything you need to know about coming to New Zealand.

BritsNZ is a web site created to help potential migrants find their way to New Zealand based on the experiences of a family who made it to 'The Land of The Long White Cloud'
See also: LAST ONE OUT, TURN OFF THE LIGHTS! A MIGRANT’S TALE. a book from the Brits team.

Visa consulting company specialising in obtaining skills, business, and family residence visas for Australia, New Zealand and Canada.
Our IAA - New Zealand Licensed Immigration Advisors will assess you and, if eligible. process your entire residence visa application and associated NZQA qualification recognition.  Our mission is to protect you and your family from the high risk of residence application failure or unnecessary delay.  We work to help you.

New Zealand is one of the world's top cycling destinations offering everything from easy multi-day flat touring trails to the most challenging of expert rides.