Canterbury Travel Forum

Hi,

Planning to go to New Zealand (South Island) in late Nov (soemtime 21-29 Nov). What is the weather like then? Is it cold? What time does it get dark and what time does it get bright in the morning? In the mist of working out my driving itinerary. Thanks for your help

Hi,

The cheese factory sounds interesting. Where is it located? Is it on the way from Christchurch to Lake Tekapo? What time does it open and close? Planning to go on a Sat.

Thanks a million

Hi,

I am planning a trip to New Zealand sometime Nov this year.

I have 2 questions which I hope you can help me out

1) What time does the weekend market opens at the Art Center?
2) What time does the food stall opens?

Thanks a lot

I'm thinking of getting married in NZ, but have never been as I live in Sydney OZ. I want the whole European looking scenery, with mountains/lakes and green lawns etc... and as I will not be able to check it out for myself before I get married, I would really appreciate anyone who knows about these properties.
Thanking you in advance so much. :)

I have a possibility to visit Christchurch, but it would only be for ~2.5 days. I won't go if that is only scratching the surface of what the area offers. How much time would you recommend?

We want to move to New Brighton to live shortly and would like to know from people who live there where they would consider to be the most favourable spots to choose a home in and possibly any parts to avoid for any reason, eg boy racers, noise, flooding etc. We flatted by the beach in the 70's but it's so different now. Would apprieciate the locals advice.

I am planning a 3 week's family (2 adults/2 kids) trip to NZ for this July. One friend recommended me by campervan, which is the way I haven't experienced before. But is it OK to drive further south in NZ winter time? Will it be too cold to sleep in the Campervan in July?

Thank you in advance.

My wife and I are planning to fly in to Christchurch in late July-early August and are considering renting a car to take in some of the sights. My question is whether most of the better sites will be accessible at that time of year or are likely to be closed due to snow and ice conditions.

We're going to be in Australia in July and August and were wondering whether a trip to Christchurch and surrounding area would be worthwhile in August or woujld it be really cold there at that time of year. Would it be advisable to rent a car or would many of the roads be impassable due to snow?

Any advice will be appreciated.

Hi
We had such an amazing time in Christ Church and most especially with the Cochrans at Cochran's Potato stand. Their food was delicious, but their hospitality was even better. we have a great Photo of us all together. We left them our email address, but forgot to get a way to reach them. Would you please forward a way we could send them this wonderful photo

Sincerely,
Kathryn Katz
Dennis cochran

My friend is in NZ now..what are the must see places? or things to do?where to shop and where to go....

Are there any places or markets in cch that sell the latest movies on dvd?

Thanks!

Prolyl a silly question but NZ has the same power as Australia?

Hi,

Due to my car doing its head gasket I will be on a super budget. Can someone work out an easy way with not much walking to see the city on public bus?

Thanks so much!

from hotel so.....

Hi,

What is the cheapest and easist way for one person to hotel so? WHat would a taxi cost be?

Thanks!

How do the shopping prices go compared to the aussie prices?

Are there any shiops thay sell plus size clothes?

What are the must sees in and around christchurch

kia ora was wondering if anyone knows what the name of the dj was playing at the strawberry tree seafest weekend? would love to find out how to gwet in contact with them as i realy enjoyed ther music and would love to c them agen in my bar

Can bikes by hired in Arthurs pass village?

What are the main must sees, I will be using public transport etc.

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Are there any snow on the mountains/glaciers at the end of jan early feb? Is thhere any way for a person to go and do a quick visit in a day?

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my wife and I will be visiting Christchurch for the first time in Nov. We are not sure whether we should book our accommodation in advance. We are planning to stay over nite in a few places like Christchurch, Queenstown, Wanaka and Hamner Spring from 18 to 22 Nov. Are these dates school holiday? When is the school holiday in NZ?
We'll be staying in budget motels / backpackers. If you have suggestions on reasonable rates, please advise. TQ

Flying into Christchurch Oct 14th, then heading to Queenstown from there. What kind of weather should I be expecting/clothes should I pack?

Thanks

Hi all,

Between Maui, Apollo & United motrohome rentals, which one is better in general? Thanks so much in advance!!

Rick

Hello. My husband and i are planning to go to Christchurch early next year and saw several very good deals from jetstar and virgin blue. Can anybody give inputs regarding reliability (schedules) on these 2 airlines and if they're really good bargains? Also is it better to fly into christchurch from melbourne or from sydney? Thanks.

If I plan to arrive in Lyttelton in January what will the weather look like? I'd like to know what to pack and what activities to plan on. I also might be there for an extended amount of time so any information about the weather year-round would be appreciated. thanks!

Anyone tried transiting in Sydney via Quantas to get to NZ??

My friend told me that if I'm transiting in aussie, I can't bring food stuffs like honey or chocolates back to singapore?? Can someone confirm??

Hi everybody,

my husband and I will go to Christchurch on January 2, what is the best way to go downtown, we will stay at the Copthorne Durham... I think it is in the citycenter.

Any tips to have a good dinner there...

Thanks a lot

I've heard that there is a lot of break ins to campervans in car parks whilst the tourist are stocking up supplies or visiting a site. How true is this and does it happen lots??