1. As people of New Zealand are very friendly and cheerful, they expect tourists to behave the same. Do not let them down!
2. Everyone is fluent in English in New Zealand, so basic English skills are enough for tourists to be understood.
3. There are no dangerous animals and venomous snakes in the country, but some insects can be dangerous. First of all, these are sandflies, so tourists need to be careful when relaxing on the beach. Moreover, the Red Katipo spider, which lives in the northern part of the country, is also very dangerous.
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5. It is allowed to take pictures everywhere. Only places with restrictive signs are the exception. It is also a good idea to ask whether it is allowed to take pictures in churches and museums.
6. New Zealand is a comfortable country for disabled tourists, so they will not have difficulty moving around.
8. It is absolutely safe to try dairy products, meat, fish, fruits, and vegetables. New Zealand has strict sanitary standards.
9. Liqueur & spirits are available in special stores only, Bottle Stores. Some dining establishments allow their guests to bring their own alcohol. These establishments have a “BYO” sign near the entrance.
10. New Zealand is a country with low crime levels. In case someone stole your items, contact the police and ask a detailed report about the crime. This way, it will be easier to get compensation in the future.
11. It is easy to buy tobacco in New Zealand, but local cigarettes are very expensive. New Zealand tries to become one of the leading non-smoking countries in the world, and raising tobacco price is one of the methods of achieving that.
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13. In order to avoid extra roaming fees, it is recommended to buy a local sim-card (Vodafone or 2degrees) upon arrival.
14. New Zealand uses a different socket type, so many tourists may need to get adapters.
15. Many public establishments are open at 7 am and close earlier than 5 pm. Take into consideration when planning currency exchange, dining in restaurants, buying food, and even filling the tank.
16. If your visit to New Zealand coincides with some large holiday, such as Easter or Queen’s Day, keep in mind that most establishments will be closed on that day.
17. Do not hope that “surfing” the net is as pleasant as surfing in water in New Zealand. It is better to choose physical surfing because New Zealand’s Internet is not always fast and stable.
18. Prices in restaurants and even in simple cafes are quite high. Budget tourists may prefer to buy food in a supermarket and cook it themselves.
19. Tourists on a diet and those who refrain from oily food are better not to visit restaurants specializing in fried dishes and roasted meat.