Basic Tips When Planning a Trip to New Zealand If you haven’t started planning a trip to New Zealand yet, make sure you go through these basic tips. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to keep in touch with us. Wellington to Auckland 7-Day Itinerary This is a 7-Day self-drive itinerary departing from Wellington going up to Auckland. If you need any help with your itinerary, send us an email at kay@jointhetravellingpair.com NORTH ISLAND Northland Auckland Waikato Bay of Plenty Gisborne District Hawke's Bay Manawatu-Wanganui Taranaki Wellington SOUTH ISLAND Tasman District Marlborough District Nelson City Canterbury West Coast Otago Southland Don't forget to BUY TRAVEL INSURANCE Looking for the best flight deals? Grab your FREE COPY NOW! 8 Days in the South Island The South Island is famous for its landscape. Many tourists and photographers flock to this part of the country to immerse themselves in the beautiful scenery because why not? Read this itinerary (and we’ve included heaps of photos) to get a glimpse of just a small corner of the south. 20 North Island Activities You Shouldn't Miss The North Island, just like the rest of New Zealand is a true gem. No matter where you go, you will never run out of places to see, lessons to learn, and most importantly, activities to do. Here is a collection of our personal experiences which we hope that you’ll find useful in planning your trip. 10 Important Tips When Crossing the Tongariro National Park Tongariro Crossing is one of the best walks in New Zealand. However, before you start packing for this amazing adventure, make sure that you read all the updates on the DOC website, as well as the tips found in this blog post. 4 Day Sydney Itinerary on a Budget Many people assume that thousands of dollars are required in order to travel. This is true if you like to travel in luxury. For us, an inexpensive yet clean accommodation is all that matters. The blog post on our Sydney Itinerary will highlight how we explored this expensive city on a budget. Best Desserts in Auckland Indulge your sweet tooth by trying out these great tasting desserts found in the different parts of Auckland. 4 Day South Island Sample Itinerary One of the best places that we’ve been to since living in New Zealand is the South Island’s West Coast. You get to visit the Franz Josef Glacier, Fox Glacier, Lake Matheson, and so much more! Get your hiking gear ready because it’s time to visit the South Island!