Travel New Zealand, Attractions, hotels & General
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 Jan 27 2019, 11:42 PM
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Hi,
Is driving a campervan hard or dangerous? I like the fact that i can cook, wash and toilet all within a car. i would not prefer to keep paying for toilets, washing, sleeping area like what a campercar would  |
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Jan 28 2019, 03:12 PM
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QUOTE(Monya Meow Meow @ Jan 28 2019, 10:46 AM) It's not hard neither dangerous as long as you drive carefully within the speed limits. ah ok It does cost quite a bit of money though so make a comparison before you commit to one. And you will need to plan where to spend the night as campsites are limited at certain areas.   thank you |
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Feb 3 2019, 11:15 PM
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QUOTE(Monya Meow Meow @ Jan 28 2019, 10:46 AM) It's not hard neither dangerous as long as you drive carefully within the speed limits. ah thank you. Hmm.. i thought of staying at lake takepo for the night but part from powered sites (which requires some money) can i just park my campervan by the lake / roadside? It does cost quite a bit of money though so make a comparison before you commit to one. And you will need to plan where to spend the night as campsites are limited at certain areas.  This post has been edited by Jusstatic: Feb 3 2019, 11:15 PM |
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Feb 9 2019, 01:37 AM
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QUOTE(stormchaser @ Feb 3 2019, 11:24 PM) i dont have campervan experience.. but pls go and mt john at tekapo... super nice... yup going  |
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Feb 9 2019, 01:37 AM
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QUOTE(Monya Meow Meow @ Feb 4 2019, 08:55 AM) You can park by the lake/roadside but it is considered illegal and you may get a fine for not parking in designated campervan sites. got it. thanks Hence the reason why I suggested you to think twice before renting one. |
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Feb 14 2019, 10:26 AM
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NZ is so picturesque. cant wait for my trip in May
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Feb 14 2019, 11:48 AM
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QUOTE(brian3455 @ Feb 14 2019, 11:36 AM) Super video. Did you study media or something? Great editing in 4mins + video, super clear Did you do campervan or car? Also, which part is this: 
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Feb 14 2019, 02:53 PM
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QUOTE(fapman @ Feb 14 2019, 01:52 PM) May should still be autumn in NZ. yup.. Great time to take nice pictures.  |
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Feb 14 2019, 02:55 PM
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QUOTE(tishaban @ Feb 14 2019, 02:14 PM) I love NZ, but if you've been to the south island, the scenery in the north island is not as dramatic and won't wow you as much. My focus during my north island trip last year was more on culture and history. yes.. due to budget constraint i cant do both north and south hence i will be doing south only Looks like I have to make the trip to the south island again some time soon.  |
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Feb 26 2019, 05:56 PM
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QUOTE(brian3455 @ Feb 22 2019, 09:15 PM) Thanks Ah good. So this particular photo was taken at which part of your trip? Name of place? I am a freelance photographer and learning up to shoot video now, so I've been watching a lot of travel video and see how the pro do it. I did the trip in car (not campervan) coz my wife prefer a proper hotel room with shower & comfy bed. My road trip was mostly in South Island (8 days) and only spent a day in Auckland. |
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Mar 9 2019, 11:30 AM
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QUOTE(wilsonjay @ Mar 1 2019, 05:00 PM) mind you even during autumn it was freezing cold i am going in May South Island for 2 weeks, campervan It was damn cold in Queenstown when i was there in May, even though it was only 2'C also depends on location, somehow it wasnt that cold in milford compared to queenstown I love cold weather rather than hot... I think cold or not will have to depend on your clothing and people's ability to take it... I was in the UK during winter -4 and playing under the snow... except for cold hands and ears i actually felt ok... no kick in fact sometimes... I think my winter clothing is good... I bought termal inner wear, fleece long sleeve + fleece jacket all from uniqlo.. they held up well This post has been edited by Jusstatic: Mar 9 2019, 11:31 AM |
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Mar 19 2019, 07:21 PM
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QUOTE(Lindajrina @ Mar 18 2019, 09:12 PM) Hi, Im going to NZ next week, really scared regarding the recent attack happened in NZ, but due to the amount of money already spend to book air tickets and hotels, we decided to go with it and avoid those places where the attack occurred. Need advice regarding the data internet there, is it ok to get pocket wifi from here or get the data plan there in NZ? i think this period is even safer than normal... as there are police guarding places and the bad guys (if any) will be lying low. I will be going in two months time, not sure if the NZ police and people will still be so vigilant by then  This post has been edited by Jusstatic: Mar 19 2019, 07:21 PM |
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Mar 23 2019, 10:47 PM
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QUOTE(lightworks @ Mar 21 2019, 08:58 PM) i were there when the incident happened, nothing to worry, oh wow. stay safe  |
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Mar 23 2019, 11:00 PM
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Hi all, at Queenstown I plan to do the following:
- Skyline Gondola and luge rides - Jetboat Ride Any tips on where best to buy the tickets online? |
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Mar 25 2019, 10:27 AM
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QUOTE(Monya Meow Meow @ Mar 24 2019, 07:55 AM) You can go to https://www.bookme.co.nz/ to source for discounted tickets, trusted website don't worry. ah ok thank you |
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Mar 25 2019, 10:27 AM
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QUOTE(Digifriend07 @ Mar 24 2019, 06:06 PM) Try using klook.com thank you for your suggestion as well Before that, why don’t try to calculate with cashback from shopback, probably you could get more discount... 2. Try also combo by paying nz/aud currency, using bigpay... If the timing is right, even cheaper than paying using RM... Gud luck... |
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Apr 1 2019, 05:03 PM
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How much did you all typically spend on diesel for your 2 weeks trip / lets say 3500km drive?
I am asking those who hired campervans 2, 4 , 6 berth not campercars / normal cars type |
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