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Re: 6 - 15 April, South Island with toddler

by neverwinter 14 March 2012

yes, it is too much driving, especially for your toddler who is going to be bored screaming. Also no weather contingency. And it will…
Re: Cheap accomodation at Sounth Island (at Twizel & Haast)

by Rayonline 24 February 2012

Just to repeat what others have said. $100 per night for 3 people is about how cheap you can get without attached bathroom. I have…
Re: Cheap accomodation at Sounth Island (at Twizel & Haast)

by cimicak 22 February 2012

I have very good personal experience with Haast Lodge (www.haastlodge.com), few months ago the price for double was around 60-65 NZL and…
RE: Cheap accomodation at Sounth Island (at Twizel & Haast)

by neverwinter 20 February 2012

If you want the Mt Cook YHA book it now, it is always full. As #5 says it is very pricey but worth it.
RE: Cheap accomodation at Sounth Island (at Twizel & Haast)

by fowler9 20 February 2012

I'd like to second the YHA at Mount Cook. One of the nicest places we stayed on our round the world jaunt. Lovely staff, lovely views,…
Re: Cheap accomodation at Sounth Island (at Twizel & Haast)

by kereru 20 February 2012

A much better alternative to Twizel is Aoraki/Mt Cook. There is a great YHA at Mt Cook & also Aoraki backpackers. If you have a car…
RE: Cheap accomodation at Sounth Island (at Twizel & Haast)

by neverwinter 20 February 2012

the Wilderness hostel at Haast has dorm beds for $25 with a BBH card, which is almost as cheap as it gets. Of course you won't get your…
RE: Cheap accomodation at Sounth Island (at Twizel & Haast)

by Astute_Frog387 20 February 2012

If looking for accommodation anywhere, you may want to check out www.wotif.co.nz for a few ideas. Also, jasons.co.nz is worth a look.…
RE: Cheap accomodation at Sounth Island (at Twizel & Haast)

by LisaMNZ 20 February 2012

there's a reason cheap accommodation choices are limited. Why have you chosen to stop in those places? Instead of Twizel, stay at…
Re: Self Drive Trip to NZ South Island

by calista_teo 25 January 2012

Guys!! Thanks for feedback & I have done some adjustment to my itinerary based on feedbacks. Would appreciate your help to feedback the…
RE: South Island in June/July -- itinerary check and general advice

by new2balk 12 January 2012

Oops -- realized I made a minor error in the beginning. Here are the first few days -- Day 1 -- arrive Queenstown from US Day 2 -- pick…
RE: South Island in June/July -- itinerary check and general advice

by new2balk 12 January 2012

Thanks all for the terrific advice! We have made some modifications to slow things down a bit. Here's where we are at now -- Day 1…
RE: newzealand complete island trip -15 days- food

by neverwinter 08 December 2011

vegetarian is fine -although if you won't eat fish you are missing out on the excellent Kiwi fish and chips which is always available,…
RE: Best Day Hiking Base in New Zealand

by neverwinter 29 November 2011

Here are some ideas - you will need a car. Lots of wonderful day walks; look on www.doc.govt.nz. You won't miss out if you don't do the…
Re: Honeymoon help - two weeks in New Zealand

by neverwinter 18 November 2011

I've got no problem with recommending some excellent hostels on the south island - and there are plenty more: Global Village, Greymouth…
RE: NZ Itinerary Advice - 18 days RV

by neverwinter 03 November 2011

seems quite reasonable to me - a lot of driving as always but reasonably split. Remember weather is not guaranteed so your Milford Sound…
NZ Itinerary Advice - 18 days RV

by santana5402 02 November 2011

Putting together a trip with my two good mates and looking for some sage Kiwi advice on what not to miss. Our main goal is to experience…
Re: 3 wks New Zealand - itinerary advice

by slov645 13 October 2011

Hi there, I think your itinerary is pretty tight but in 3 weeks that is ok I guess. I would suggest skipping bay of islands or tongarario…
RE: Please Help: 10Days South Island Intenerary for a couple + 1yr infant

by yansen 08 October 2011

dear neverwinter, thanks for your advice, Twizel is my consideration also, you just make the point then. thanks, yansen
RE: Please Help: 10Days South Island Intenerary for a couple + 1yr infant

by neverwinter 06 October 2011

trying to remember my Christchurch geography here, but I don't think the Botanic Garden is in Hagley Park. And with respect, you can go…
Re: HI and Help Please

by neverwinter 03 October 2011

How kind! NZ hostels completely spoil you for anywhere else, although like anywhere else there are good and bad ones. Details and prices…
Re: A 3 week itinerary in NZ - would love some feedback/tips!

by BenAndJo 20 September 2011

Thanks everyone for all your help, based upon your feedback and a bit more research, I've updated the itinerary to the following: 4th…
Re: Lord of the Rings related-sites/tours

by neverwinter 30 August 2011

Be aware that a) there are no sets left and b) much of the film was digitally manipulated, sticking one mountain on top of another. The…
Re: 25 day Itinerary new zealand

by neverwinter 16 August 2011

just to add a few corrections to Kate's excellent detail, as some stuff is out of date. If arriving in and leaving from Auckland. First…
RE: 25 day Itinerary new zealand

by kmtf 16 August 2011

This has worked for a lot of people. Pick out what you want. If arriving in and leaving from Auckland. First thing - would hire…