New Zealand — local girls vs agencies

Has anyone been to New Zealand recently? Looking for the latest intel.

Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Best hotels near the scene

I was there in 2024 and had a decent time. Wondering if things have changed.

Planning to go back next month.

Cheers

This matches my experience. New Zealand is great value for money.

This matches my experience. New Zealand is one of my favorites.

Different experience for me. Prices were lower when I went.

Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.

Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.

Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.

Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.

Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.

Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.

Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.