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Quality declining in New Zealand? My observations

Started by SunshineSteve · 25 Feb 2026 · 1361 views

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SunshineSteve member
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25 Feb 2026 at 23:48
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
- Apps or platforms to use

I was there 6 months ago and had a great time. Wondering if things have changed.

Planning to go back next month.

Cheers

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL

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NashvilleNate member
#2
27 Feb 2026 at 00:48
First time was good but could have been better. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN

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EuroExplorer member
#3
28 Feb 2026 at 18:48
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.

Euro Explorer — Boston, MA

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DetroitDan member
#4
2 Mar 2026 at 03:48
Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: prices up 15-20%.

Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited

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SacramentoSal member
#5
2 Mar 2026 at 10:48
I was there in last month and prices were slightly higher. Spent about $120/day all-in.

My tip: go early evening.

Sacramento Sal — Sacramento, CA

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NewcastleNick member
#6
2 Mar 2026 at 20:48
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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WinnipegWayne member
#7
3 Mar 2026 at 04:48
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.

Winnipeg, Canada | Member since 2024

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EuroExplorer member
#8
4 Mar 2026 at 19:48
Adding my experience: scene has evolved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.

Euro Explorer — Boston, MA

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EdinburghEd member
#9
6 Mar 2026 at 01:48
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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NashvilleNate member
#10
7 Mar 2026 at 16:48
I was there in March and prices were about average. Spent about $50/day all-in.

My tip: go early evening.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN

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BerlinBound member
#11
9 Mar 2026 at 10:48
First time was a learning experience. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Berlin Bound

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NewcastleNick member
#12
10 Mar 2026 at 05:48
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Newcastle Nick

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MidwestMark member
#13
10 Mar 2026 at 15:48
Agreed on all points. Make sure to use a VPN.
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DCExplorer member
#14
11 Mar 2026 at 23:48
Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
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FKKNovice member
#15
12 Mar 2026 at 07:48
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
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DallasDon member
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13 Mar 2026 at 17:48
Been going for years. Scene has gotten busier.
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DesertRat member
#17
15 Mar 2026 at 04:48
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Phoenix, AZ

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BostonBrady member
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15 Mar 2026 at 17:48
How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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KiwiKen member
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17 Mar 2026 at 17:48
Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: some old spots closed.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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DetroitDan member
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18 Mar 2026 at 05:48
Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.

Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited

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