Rahim Tabet | November 18, 2014 |
New Zealand
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Oceania
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Travel
New Zealand is located in the Pacific Ocean, 1600 km east of Australia. New Zealand consists of two main islands and several smaller uninhabited islands. The main islands are the North Island and the South Island, separated by the Cook Strait. The South Island is slightly larger than the North Island while the North Island has more inhabitants. This is partly because the capital Wellington and the largest city in the country, Auckland, are both located on the North Island.
New Zealand is a country of contrasts. You have the subtropical north and south the cool, wet west and the drier east. In New Zealand you can also find volcanoes, mountains and glaciers.
The Maori`s discovered New Zealand first nation. They gave the country the name Aotearoa. Literally means "Land of the long white cloud '. The Maori`s thought it looked as though the islands was a cloud that floated above them.
Although New Zealand is an independent democratic state still belongs to the British Commonwealth. However, New Zealand has been self-governing since 1852. New Zealand was in 1893 the first country where women were given the vote.
Shortly since there are strict anti-smoking laws in New Zealand. It is forbidden to smoke in government buildings, public areas, workplaces, (sports) schools and public transport.
In New Zealand it is, depending on the summer time, 10 to 12 hours later than in the Netherlands.
History
Exactly who were the first inhabitants of the country and when they first arrived, historians are not entirely agree. What is certain is that New Zealand is the last of the large tracts of land on Earth is colonized and a nation is full of various immigrants.
There is also evidence that the Maori settled here about 1000 years ago and that the Dutchman Abel Tasman may write the discovery of this country in 1642 to his name.
People & culture
The Maori`s are the first inhabitants of New Zealand. There are several tribes with their own language variant. The Maori`s have developed a complex culture. They are very good at working wood and stone, weaving and braiding. Through song and dance the ancient knowledge is passed. Cloaks and capes are among the traditional Maori gestation.
Products of wool and sheep skin are beloved souvenirs. Hand Knitted sweaters and slippers sheep skin are available everywhere.
Sport has always occupied a large place in the cultural life. Maori`s loved running, wrestling, surfing and canoeing. European settlers have include rugby and horse racing brought to New Zealand. Rugby is the most favorite sport of the New Zealanders.
Language
English and Maori are the two official languages. English is the main language for communication. Traffic signs, administration, tourist information and tours are in English. The English language of the New Zealanders as a result of their Pacific, Irish or Scottish background is not always clear and often use them much dialect. They also talk often and how quickly through the nose. When you hear a word of Dutch, this is often from one of the approximately 100,000 Dutch who last century emigrated to New Zealand.
Safety
New Zealand is one of the safest countries in the world. The political climate is stable, violent crimes are relatively rare and New Zealanders are known as friendly and law-abiding.
Medical Information
Health care in New Zealand is excellent. As a tourist you fall under the New Zealand system of compensation for accident and get free medical care in personal injury.
Immunizations
For New Zealand there are no compulsory vaccinations required.
Always take an actual advice, contact the Public Health Service, Tropical Doctor or Travel Clinic.
Visa
For holidays of up to 3 months do not need a visa for New Zealand. However, should your passport be valid at least 3 months after departure.
Price
Prices in New Zealand is somewhat lower than in the Australia.
The currency is the New Zealand dollar.
Transport
Transportation to the country
Depending on the company, chosen route and arrival airport, the flight time is from Amsterdam to New Zealand between 19 and 24 hours.
Christchurch Airport is the most important in the South Island.
Airport Wellington International Airport, located near Wellington has 1 runway.
Transport in the country
To explore New Zealand, you can choose between different modes of transport. You can buy a ticket for the bus and let you drive around the country along with other travelers. But you go for more freedom and adventure? Buy your own car or rent a camper! Is this what you are all too slow, take the plane for a domestic flight.
New Zealand has an extensive network of domestic air traffic. Even though the country is not so large, by the elongated shape is traveling between major cities like Auckland and Christchurch quite time consuming. Flying is an attractive option.
A car ferry provides a link between the North and South Island with the port cities of Wellington and Picton.
Flora & Fauna
`S 80 million years the country has been isolated. Therefore it has an interesting and unique flora and fauna. The silver fern is seen by many as a national symbol.
The tuatara is the only surviving species of reptile that is about 220 million years ago. The kiwi`s are most common in the forests of Northland where they search with their long beaks for food.
New Zealand produces 25% of world production of kiwi`s. This fruit is exported to about 50 countries.
New Zealand is a country of contrasts. You have the subtropical north and south the cool, wet west and the drier east. In New Zealand you can also find volcanoes, mountains and glaciers.
The Maori`s discovered New Zealand first nation. They gave the country the name Aotearoa. Literally means "Land of the long white cloud '. The Maori`s thought it looked as though the islands was a cloud that floated above them.
Although New Zealand is an independent democratic state still belongs to the British Commonwealth. However, New Zealand has been self-governing since 1852. New Zealand was in 1893 the first country where women were given the vote.
Shortly since there are strict anti-smoking laws in New Zealand. It is forbidden to smoke in government buildings, public areas, workplaces, (sports) schools and public transport.
In New Zealand it is, depending on the summer time, 10 to 12 hours later than in the Netherlands.
History
Exactly who were the first inhabitants of the country and when they first arrived, historians are not entirely agree. What is certain is that New Zealand is the last of the large tracts of land on Earth is colonized and a nation is full of various immigrants.
There is also evidence that the Maori settled here about 1000 years ago and that the Dutchman Abel Tasman may write the discovery of this country in 1642 to his name.
People & culture
The Maori`s are the first inhabitants of New Zealand. There are several tribes with their own language variant. The Maori`s have developed a complex culture. They are very good at working wood and stone, weaving and braiding. Through song and dance the ancient knowledge is passed. Cloaks and capes are among the traditional Maori gestation.
Products of wool and sheep skin are beloved souvenirs. Hand Knitted sweaters and slippers sheep skin are available everywhere.
Sport has always occupied a large place in the cultural life. Maori`s loved running, wrestling, surfing and canoeing. European settlers have include rugby and horse racing brought to New Zealand. Rugby is the most favorite sport of the New Zealanders.
Language
English and Maori are the two official languages. English is the main language for communication. Traffic signs, administration, tourist information and tours are in English. The English language of the New Zealanders as a result of their Pacific, Irish or Scottish background is not always clear and often use them much dialect. They also talk often and how quickly through the nose. When you hear a word of Dutch, this is often from one of the approximately 100,000 Dutch who last century emigrated to New Zealand.
Safety
New Zealand is one of the safest countries in the world. The political climate is stable, violent crimes are relatively rare and New Zealanders are known as friendly and law-abiding.
Medical Information
Health care in New Zealand is excellent. As a tourist you fall under the New Zealand system of compensation for accident and get free medical care in personal injury.
Immunizations
For New Zealand there are no compulsory vaccinations required.
Always take an actual advice, contact the Public Health Service, Tropical Doctor or Travel Clinic.
Visa
For holidays of up to 3 months do not need a visa for New Zealand. However, should your passport be valid at least 3 months after departure.
Price
Prices in New Zealand is somewhat lower than in the Australia.
The currency is the New Zealand dollar.
Transport
Transportation to the country
Depending on the company, chosen route and arrival airport, the flight time is from Amsterdam to New Zealand between 19 and 24 hours.
Christchurch Airport is the most important in the South Island.
Airport Wellington International Airport, located near Wellington has 1 runway.
Transport in the country
To explore New Zealand, you can choose between different modes of transport. You can buy a ticket for the bus and let you drive around the country along with other travelers. But you go for more freedom and adventure? Buy your own car or rent a camper! Is this what you are all too slow, take the plane for a domestic flight.
New Zealand has an extensive network of domestic air traffic. Even though the country is not so large, by the elongated shape is traveling between major cities like Auckland and Christchurch quite time consuming. Flying is an attractive option.
A car ferry provides a link between the North and South Island with the port cities of Wellington and Picton.
Flora & Fauna
`S 80 million years the country has been isolated. Therefore it has an interesting and unique flora and fauna. The silver fern is seen by many as a national symbol.
The tuatara is the only surviving species of reptile that is about 220 million years ago. The kiwi`s are most common in the forests of Northland where they search with their long beaks for food.
New Zealand produces 25% of world production of kiwi`s. This fruit is exported to about 50 countries.
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