Yes, Mother’s Day is a completely invented holiday. Yes, New Zealand totally copied the American version of Mother’s Day. Yes, your mum is going to be annoyed if you forget. Is there anything particularly New Zealand about Mother’s Day in New Zealand, or does it just follow the “chocolate and flowers are just fine” models…
Some people might think New Zealand has similar weather to Australia, since the countries are neighbours. After all, France and Germany usually have similar weather. But New Zealand and Australia are separated by an ocean, meaning New Zealand’s weather is usually less extreme (meaning it’s far more pleasant). The summers in New Zealand tend to…
Most countries have a city or state that’s popular with retirees. In the US, it’s Florida, and in Australia, it’s the Gold Coast. But what about New Zealand? What city is the best for retirees? If you are thinking of retiring in New Zealand, some of the best places include sunny Nelson, Wanaka, West Coast,…
Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city (by far) but is only the 314th largest city in the world—narrowly beaten by Tirupur, India. With an urban population of just over 396,200, Christchurch is a distant second to Auckland’s 1,700,000 people but is still New Zealand’s second-most populous city. Are there many differences between living in New…
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Are you moving to Christchurch? If so, picking the right neighbourhood is critical not only for your quality of life but also for your safety, monthly expenses, children’s education, overall infrastructure, amenities and community. As anywhere else, Christchurch has its good, less good and bad areas. Good suburbs in Christchurch: Bad suburbs in Christchurch: As…
Isolation is one of New Zealand’s many charms. You’re far away from the troubles of the rest of the world; there are no land borders, and no ferries or bridges to its nearest neighbours. Anyone wanting to travel internationally needs to fly—and this is probably going to be from Auckland International Airport. The best and…
If you’re thinking about buying a boat in New Zealand, price plays a crucial role. A boat might be one of the significant investments you make, budget it accordingly. With over 1 million boats and ocean on every corner, New Zealand offers you a choice as no one else! The cost to buy a new…
Some people move to New Zealand, fall in love, and get married, while others travel here for their wedding celebration or honeymoon. One certainly holds true – New Zealand is a fantastic place to get married! However, if you plan to make it official in New Zealand, you must follow all required legalities. The process…
Getting a driver’s licence in New Zealand is a pretty complex process. It doesn’t end by passing theoretical and practical tests but involves a student going through several stages. If you already have a licence from another country, your life will be much easier. There are three stages to obtaining a driver’s licence in New…
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Halloween is widely celebrated everywhere in the world, especially in the US. However, your typical Halloween is an autumn holiday full of orange colors and pumpkins. In New Zealand, the Halloween season means springtime, making the celebration and vibe somewhat different. In New Zealand, Halloween is celebrated on the 31st of October each year, just…
