Useful Information
Where in the world?
New Zealand is in the South Pacific Region. It lies between latitudes 35 and 47 degrees south.
What is the weather like?
The winter time is May to October. Average day time temperatures at this time of year range from -3 ēC to 12ēC (26ºF to 54ºF).
The ski area temps range from -6 ēC to 10ēC (21ºF to 50ºF) but may get lower than this, so thermal clothing and warm, waterproof jackets are essential items to have with you at all times.
Currency?
Is New Zealand dollars.
Road travel times?
| Christchurch to... | |
| Methven | 1 Hour |
| Mt Cook | 3 Hours |
| Dunedin | 4 Hours |
| Queenstown | 5 Hours |
| Mt Hutt | 1.5 Hours |
| Queenstown to... | |
| Coronet Peak | 20 Minutes |
| The Remarkables | 45 Minutes |
| Milford Sound | 4 Hours |
| Methven | 4 Hours |
| Dunedin | 3 Hours |
| Wanaka | 1.5 Hours |
| Mt Cook | 3 Hours |
Language?
English is the most widely spoken, with Maori being the native language.
Culture?
Whilst New Zealand is a multi cultural society, the main ethnic make up is European and Maori.
Food?
A superb selection of fresh produce, game and seafood, influenced by pacific and international cooking styles makes for some exciting culinary experiences! The tap water is safe to drink. This wonderfully fresh water makes for some of the best wines and beers in the world!
Time?
New Zealand is the first country in the world to see each new day. New Zealand is 19 hours ahead of Pacific Standard time or 12 hours ahead of London.
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