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   RE: Getting to Tortugeuro 'airport'

   by cybergal 09 May 2012

   I rented a a sea kayak once off the coast of Nelson, New Zealand. We were put in pairs by the marine park guide and, because I was travell…

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   Re: Honeymoon in New Zealand: 3 weeks - help with the itinerary

   by Maika79 06 October 2011

   It's the details that we tend to overlook when planning a trip like this. All advice is very much appreciated!!!! We are now trying…

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   RE: Solo novice traveller to New Zealand - 2 weeks Auckland to Christchurch

   by neverwinter 05 June 2011

   here come my ideas on hostels. These assume you like things quiet and to get some sleep. If you want to party party, go to the Bases or…

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   RE: Week in New Zealand

   by Stanfries 04 May 2011

   Hi there, i spent 8 months in New Zealand and travelled both islands pretty substantially. You could go from Queenstown to Dunedin, but…

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   RE: Rejuvenating in Canada with kids after stressful year!

   by Karlo 22 April 2011

   As a Canadian who has traveled in New Zealand, I'd say Southern British Columbia would be your choice. We found the Queenstown area very…

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   South Island - Top loop - Share car hire April 27 to May 6 ?

   by ailisehjames 14 March 2011

   I'm traveling to the South Island and am looking for someone / couple people to share car hire with me? *Dates* Wednesday April 27th…

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   RE: Lift wanted Nelson, New Zealand to anywhere south...

   by myshkin 06 March 2011

   There's a ride all the way south to Dunedin in four days - maybe you could sort something out with that driver? Check out http://www.jayride…

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   Lift wanted Nelson, New Zealand to anywhere south...

   by ethicalnomad 06 March 2011

   Hi there.. Am looking for a lift/share petrol expenses south from Nelson. I am in Nelson at the moment, but am thinking of heading on…

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   RE: South Island May/June

   by kinkykiwi 18 February 2011

   If you like the WWOOF-ing lifestyle and the outdoors you'll love Nelson region ( top of South Island ). It's a beautiful drive from Nelson…

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    Re: Please help with 14-day NZ itinerary

    by ria008 20 January 2011

    2/16/2011 Milford/Te Anau -- I would stay in Te Anau. There is nothing much to do in Milford once you have completed your walks or done…

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    RE: Please help with 14-day NZ itinerary

    by neverwinter 20 January 2011

    I've cut and pasted as it is easier to keep track. 1. Should we definitely rent a car from Queenstown to Nelson? Are there any downsides?…

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    Please help with 14-day NZ itinerary

    by gmich 20 January 2011

    Hi all, I'll be visiting NZ for the first time soon, and after reading this forum quite a bit I have put together the following itinerary:…

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    RE: 30D trip for a family of 5 with young children (age 6,4,1)

    by ianw6705 09 January 2011

    Here is a suggested revised itinerary. I have cut the Dunedin sector - I don't think you have the time (plus - while I think the Catlins,…

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    When is the best time to go to Fiji for snorkeling

    by nanacarol 26 October 2010

    I am going to visit my daughter who recently moved to New Zealand and I would like to add on a snokeling trip to Fiji or some other island.…

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    RE: New Zealand in March 2011

    by kiwijana 13 October 2010

    try to get a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown or take a bus have fun on the Milford Track (booking is done, right?) There are no…

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    South Island 10 nights October - your thoughts on tinerary and choices

    by tjandre3 22 April 2009

    Hello everyone, We would love your thoughts on the basic outline below. We will fly into Queenstown on Oct 11 and out of Christchurch…

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    RE: Avoid PARADISO Hostel Nelson NZ!

    by mintaro 21 April 2009

    "Anyway ... there are only two hostels in Nelson worth looking at - the YHA and Accents. Is there any serious debate about that?" If…

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    RE: Avoid PARADISO Hostel Nelson NZ!

    by dominic77 17 April 2009

    My colleague stayed at Paradiso for a week last month, and the only complaint he had was that he didn't get to shag any backpackers. That's…

19. 

    Looking for Lodger

    by LeilaKaaml 13 February 2009

    Hi there, my husband and I are looking for a lodger to live with us between 1 and 3 approx months is sunny Nelson, New Zealand. New house…

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    RE: Is 1 week enough?

    by LuvNZ 02 February 2009

    I agree with #9 - for beaches, relaxation and hiking all in the one area, you can't really beat the top of the South Island. With Air…

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    RE: NYE - Wellington or Nelson?

    by ianw6705 19 December 2008

    Depends what else you wish to do as well ... if you plan to start the Abel Tasman Track at 0800 New Year's Day, Nelson is a better gig.…

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    RE: 10 days in New Zealand over Christmas

    by ianw6705 15 November 2008

    Will you have a car? If so, then the Queen Charlotte Track (Picton), then Nelson, then Abel Tasman NP (Motueka), and even Golden Bay,…

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    RE: Is this a good itinerary for a 23 day trip?

    by edenz 22 October 2008

    hi everyone, we were able to talk the car rental company in granting us a 1way lease. So we will fly from Auckland to Christcurch,…

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    Re: Is this a good itinerary for a 23 day trip?

    by edenz 16 October 2008

    Hi guys, thanks for all your input. It was really useful and helped deciding on the “important” things. Here is the revised version of…

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    RE: Is this a good itinerary for a 23 day trip?

    by LuvNZ 13 October 2008

    Hi Eddi Although it sounds like a great trip, I think this is still a +very+ ambitious and busy schedule. It is possible to do, but just…