👎😵 The 10 BIGGEST Mistakes by First Timers in New Zealand - NZPocketGuide.com
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We talk about travelling in New Zealand. Today we discuss mistakes that first timers make in New Zealand. Immigrating or visiting, here is what you need to avoid if you want to fit in New Zealand.
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Thanks for sharing those tips! Gonna visit NZ for the 1st time during Xmas time...
That's awesome! Join our weekly live show if you want us to go over your questions and help you plan your trip :)
LOVE YOUR VIDEOS! Learning a lot! THANKS!!! Headed to NZ this autumn. Wondering if you have advice for us about where to stay between Queenstown, Haast, Fox Glacier, Franz Josef, Hokitika, Punakaki then to Blenheim. So much to do on the west side of the So Island! Thanks in advance.
Much appreciated! Thank you very much for the kind words! We have suggestions of accommodatiosn we know and love on the site (nzpocketguide.com) listed town by town. If you want to support us and get a TON more perks from us feel free to check out our Patreon page, one of the most popular perks is our help with itineraries where we add notes and suggestions to your itinerary. www.patreon.com/nzpocketguide, join in and we will provide a LOT of support to help you with your trip :)
The other thing with the UV levels is that the air is *really* clear, and there is very little stuff between you and the sun (ie dust, water vapour, air pollution). I grew up in NZ, and live in Melbourne Australia now. I am pasty white, but usually don’t get burnt as bad in Melbourne - which is roughly the same latitude as Auckland. When I go back home to NZ though, it’s smothering on sunscreen time, because I **will** get burnt in only a few minutes.
Absolutely, you've pinpointed a key reason why UV levels can be so intense in New Zealand. The clarity of the air, along with factors like low levels of air pollution and the position of the ozone layer, really does mean the sun's rays are stronger there. This difference, even compared to places at similar latitudes like Melbourne, can catch many off guard.
Love you guys! Thanks for the tips
Thanks for watching! Join our weekly live shows to ask your questions directly to us in real time, we're here to help!
Really enjoyed this video, thank you both! I'm wondering if it would be okay to ask a Q that you might choose for an upcoming Q&A? (I work on sunday mornings so can never catch them live unfortunately!)
I have booked a south island trip for this coming July and am very excited 🤗 Our 7 day itinerary is as follows: Akaroa (1night) - Tekapo (1 night) - Mt. Cook (2 nights) - Wanaka (2 nights) - QT (1 night). I would be so interested if you had any suggestions for activities on this trip please 😊 Currently I would like to do the Shamarra Alpaca Farm, Tekapo Stargazing and hot pools, Hooker Valley Track and hopefully some skiing in Cardrona. If you had any other suggestions it would be awesome to get your perspective! Thank you for the awesome work that you do! 👍
Heya! I'll go over your questionS (with an S) today in the live session with Robin ✌️😎
That doesnt give you much time to see the scenery or your destinations, there is a lot of driving in your planned itinerary.
Main meal: Is that $30-$40 per person or per couple? This segment reminded me about the old saying......“When preparing to travel, lay out all your clothes and all your money. Then take half the clothes and twice the money”. -Unknown
Per person :) Real sit-down restaurants n NZ are not cheap :(
Also, I love that saying, I'll be using it! haha
Did it go up that much, when I was there 5 years ago you could find some Indian places for 10 NZD lunch
Pak N Save is your friend (cheapest supermarket. AVOID New World and Countdown!) Research cheap eats in each major city - there is usually a list for each one on various websites.
@@spl45hzyou still can .
The tip about the debate is very interesting. Need to keep that in mind as I’m Italian 😂😂
Haha You are Robin would get along well then!
Cool info
Glad you enjoyed it! We've got heaps more videos like this on the channel too! Did you ever watched that one from Laura? -> th-cam.com/video/CzI8vC9_Jq4/w-d-xo.html
@@NZPocketGuide saw ur video of Hamilton city ,related to student ,cheap house rent and very imp. is its just 1and 2hour drive from auckland,and tauranga .liked it very much.thanks
Keep going.
I read that out-of-country debit and credit cards will get a small % added on, to pay for the fee that the store or restaurant get charged for processing those cards. EFTPOS doesn't pay that extra amount.
Thanks for the tips! Would like to know what travel app you would recommend instead of google maps then to plan our route? Thank you!
Heya, we tend to use MAPS.ME personally, but we also have a Garmin App and Laura has the Tomtom one I think. The NZ maps cost only a few bucks and are well worth it.
PLUS! We'll be live in less than an hour for our weekly show to answer all your questions about NZ, join us then!
Thanks for the recommendation :)
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For inter city tour or hop on hop off tours, what's the transport to travel from your accommodation place to the actual spot of sight seeing in that area? Please let me know when you get a chance.
At this point you would rely on public transportation or day tours :)
A couple of tour guides talking into their dash am while driving in a small but noisy car. She is a Kiwi, I believe and he is...French, perhaps? Their choice of informing us while blurring at speed.through Aotearoa might have been off. They are somewhat difficult to understand, given the car noise, and the speeding scenery is a whacky background. You could get the same information from a quick Google search...
Very good feedback! Indeed you can find our content online in a written form right here -> nzpocketguide.com/10-mistakes-faux-pas-to-avoid-in-new-zealand/
NZ is a place I want to visit once in my life, as its an expensive place to travel n being a middle class boy I could only afford a foreign trip once in my life n tht trip for sure gonna be new zealand 🇳🇿
Awesome! Hope you learned from us haha!
@@NZPocketGuide yess 😉
Nice video. On point #2 ... Maps intentionally sends you on dirt roads, despite tarmac. You're improving its data on those dirt roads. So, always suspect when Google puts you on a dirt road. :-)
The b*stards!!! Anyway, we learned our lessons haha!
Is Waze a better option than Google maps?
Really basic stuff here guys, save enough money, flagging down a bus, etc etc etc. I don't think 3 year olds travel on their own .
Good recap!
not really, for me i found those are important informations. e.g bout checking the change, so i can aware on that.
Im going this year
Woop woop! What's the plan? Full gap year?!
Lived here 62 years … think I’ve been short changed once
Thanks for sharing your experience Heather!
It is possible they confused this because in New Zealand they round up/down prices. There are no 1, 2 or 5 cents in this country for example.
Can a tourist (3 months) open an EFTPOS account? If, so, where does one do that?
Choose a bank, simple
How difficult is for visitors from the US to learn how to drive on the right side of the car?
It's actually quite easy to adapt. Most people are stressed about it but within a couple of hours you'll be fine. There is a bit more info for you here -> th-cam.com/video/fMBzTewMjnk/w-d-xo.html
@@NZPocketGuide Thank you.
It’s fine. Except you keep turning on the windscreen wipers every time you go to indicate to change lanes 😂
Google maps is fine in the south island, all over the island. Perhaps its not so good in the north island...?
Interesting, we had a few issues with it on the South Island a couple of weeks ago again :( We use Maps.me now, much better once you get used to it.
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no, it's good. does send you to the wrong places but that's everywhere.
I have 5 days. Land in Auckland what is must cover?
Oh! Hard one, Rangitoto Island, The Museum ('cause it will rain at least one day haha) and whatever you fancy on this list -> nzpocketguide.com/10-auckland-must-dos/
If you're looking for more travel tips or personalized advice, our Patreon community at patreon.com/nzpocketguide is always here to help. Safe travels and happy exploring!
I am from the Philippines travelling to NZ with a visitor visa. My daughter works in NZ as a nurse. Can I bring my prescribed medicine good for 6 months duration of my stay in New Zealand?
Yes, absolutely. Just make sure to declare them!
Of you're not sure get in touch with NZ embassy
No issue
Hello
This is Amit from India. I am planning to come to Christchurch. My arrival is 5th midnight to departure on 11th April in morning. I have conference in te pae Convention centre on 8th April. I am planning to do day trips from Christchurch. Can you suggest me itinerary for 6,7,8th evening , 9th and 10th April. It will be useful if it is cheap. We ll have 4 month old infant with us.
Hello Amit, For your trip to Christchurch with a day trip focus, here’s a concise suggestion that’s infant-friendly:
6th April: Spend your day exploring the Christchurch Botanic Gardens. It's peaceful and perfect for a relaxed day with your infant.
7th April: Visit Akaroa; it’s a beautiful drive and a quaint town to explore.
8th April Evening: Enjoy a quiet evening at the Christchurch Art Gallery, which is near the convention center.
9th April: A trip to Hanmer Springs could offer a relaxing day with its thermal pools and beautiful landscapes.
10th April: Spend the day in the Port Hills for gentle walks with stunning views of Christchurch.
For detailed trip planning, including day trips from Christchurch that are baby-friendly and cost-effective, we offer specialized itinerary planning as part of our Patreon services at patreon.com/nzpocketguide. Additionally, nzpocketguide.com has ready-made itineraries that might fit your needs. Joining our Patreon will give you access to our secret Facebook group and weekly group calls for more personalized travel advice.
Safe travels to Christchurch, and I hope your conference and trip go wonderfully!
Useful video - but why do we have to have the road noise drowning you out?
Thanks for the super honest feedback John! Despite being a hybrid, our car is not the quietest... Apologies for that. Most of our videos are shot in better locations haha
@@NZPocketGuide ✈Thanks for advice we hope to be in Christchurch by 1st Feb to put it into effect!
@@JohnHounslow Wow that's soon! We have a live show coming up in 30min to answer questions live if you want to chat about your trip. Feel free to pop in -> th-cam.com/video/i01OXoYUYzk/w-d-xo.html (I promise that there will be no car noises in the studio haha!)
You must be hard of hearing, John. I'm an old man with reduced hearing and I can hear every word this lovely couple are saying. Perhaps you may benefit from wearing a hearing aid?
Great guide but please don't use the car again, the music track for instance is completely covered by the road noise and it is very off-putting making himself difficult to interpret. Great guides as a rule.
Yeah we have improved our audio since this video :) Thanks for the feedback mate!
Where do you live ?
We are based on the North Island of New Zealand :)
Tip#11, Do not think Auckland prices are the same as the rest of the country. #12, Don't live in Auckland
haha great additions!
Personally it is pretty strange to mention "be polite" more than once. Are french people that impolite in foreign countries? It should be expected to stay polite and respectful in my opinion despite coming from a more argumentative culture.
Indeed :)
Are rice common in new zealand? I mean do you guys prefer bread or rice? I can live without bread but not without rice 😅
I'm not sure if rice per kg is expensive there or cheap. I am from the Philippines and rice is a must have on every meal (breakfast, lunch, dinner and sometimes afternoon break/ middle time of lunch and dinner).
What foods are cheap in new zealand? Based on my research from other videos, they said bring clothes, umbrella, winter clothes (it doesnt even snow in my country but they said it is cheaper to buy here than in nz), dried fish, etc.
Is it gonna be hard to get a job in nz but no related work exp? I want to work in a hotel as a receptionist but I don't have the work experience. I graduated from tourism management though.
Heya! That's a lot of questions, let's go over them one by one:
1/ Yes we have a lot of rice here and it is cheap enough (although not as cheap as in PH, our Filipino neighbor always complains about it haha)
2/ Don't bring an umbrella, you need a rain jacket. Don't bring food in NZ as we have tight biosecurity laws.
3/ Getting a job in NZ is easy enough, check all our tips on the site: nzpocketguide.com to be prepared
You should really join one of our live show to ask questions and chat about your trip, it is a lot of fun. Here is the link to the next one -> th-cam.com/video/wldLPSgmoSA/w-d-xo.html
@@NZPocketGuide @NZ Pocket Guide thank you! I am just worried employers might not want me if I don't have a related exp. Here in my country or in the US prior to being in the NZ.
Sorry I ask a lot, I dont see answers to most of my questions anywhere.
Looks like everything is expensive in NZ😅 It seems only healthcare is cheap... I wish food or any basic needs are 😢
Is there a city you recommend I prioritize if I wanna work in a hotel?
I see lot's of hotel in Auckland but they said it's more expensive there. They mentioned wellington or Christchurch but I dont really know anymore what city to prioritize. I just wanna travel a bit and work more ( I wanna save a lot then splurge before I go home or still have something when I do go home).
Super thank you for replying! I am currently on a marathon on your YT videos and I learn a lot 😍 i am now watching for 4+ hours (just discovered you today), I didn't even notice the time 😂
@@jorieneahmahilaga5834 Haha yeah we have a LOT of content to help you plan from TH-cam to the website mentioned above. I agree, don't settle in Auckland, it is wayyyy too expensive. Anywhere else is good :)
We also have a great Patreon group with lots of extra content, live shows and even trip planning help. I think that it may be very beneficial to you as well. Check it out -> www.patreon.com/nzpocketguide it is super cheap. We'd love to have yo on board here.
What's the point of driving and all that noise? You could be anywhere.
A big mistake is you not driving with ya hands on the wheel mate.
Laura did give me a smack on the back of the head when she noticed it too. Both hands at 10:10 from now on ✌️😎
$30-40. Is that NZ dollars?
Yes all the prices mentioned in our video are NZD just so it is easier for our viewers all around the world.
Not a great idea to complain in any country you are visiting.
Not at all indeed.
Always makes me smile, when immigrant's,/visitor's make video's,listing,the reason's,why NZ may not be for anyone,
Firstly,do research before wasting money coming here,then ya won't need to worry,why NZ,may not be for you as well 😅, Nice video all the same 😅
Hi there! 😊 We're glad our video brought a smile to your face! You're absolutely right-research is key before making any big decisions, especially when it comes to moving to a new country.
We aim to provide insights to help everyone make informed choices about their travel or relocation plans. If you have any specific questions or topics you'd like us to cover, feel free to let us know!
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road noise makes the video unwatchable
I'm sorry to hear that road noise impacted your viewing experience. We strive for quality content, so feedback like this is invaluable for improving our future videos. We'll definitely take this into consideration and explore ways to minimize background noise, ensuring clearer and more enjoyable videos for our viewers. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we hope you'll find our upcoming content more to your liking. For more travel tips and insights, our Patreon community at patreon.com/nzpocketguide offers additional resources and a chance for more personalized interaction. We appreciate your support and understanding!