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
- Transport tips
I was there in 2024 and had a good time. Wondering if things have changed.
Keen to hear from anyone who has been recently.
Cheers
Quality in New Zealand — trending up or down?
Started by SoCalSurfer · 12 Mar 2026 · 1850 views
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Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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15 Mar 2026 at 14:02
Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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15 Mar 2026 at 20:02
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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16 Mar 2026 at 14:02
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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18 Mar 2026 at 05:02
This matches my experience. New Zealand is worth the trip.
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19 Mar 2026 at 03:02
First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was so much more efficient. Experience makes all the difference.
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20 Mar 2026 at 23:02
Quick question — how was the transport?
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21 Mar 2026 at 15:02
Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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23 Mar 2026 at 07:02
Adding my experience: scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.
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Been going for years. Scene has shifted a bit but still good.
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24 Mar 2026 at 08:02
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
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25 Mar 2026 at 10:42
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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25 Mar 2026 at 16:42
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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26 Mar 2026 at 00:42
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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26 Mar 2026 at 04:02
Word of caution — do not carry too much cash. Other than that, great destination.
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26 Mar 2026 at 07:42
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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26 Mar 2026 at 07:42
Quick question — how was the transport?
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Spot on with the prices. Matches what I paid recently.
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Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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