"George" wrote in message
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> I am visiting NZ for 12 days in October which I already know from
> reading is not enough time but that is all I can manage. I will be
> there 11-23 Oct, arriving in Christchurch and leaving from Auckland
> and looking for any suggestions. Here are my questions:
> Campervans -
I say hire a car and stay in hotels. Cost is about the same, it won't
restrict you.
> Itinerary-
> Being there for 12 days, would a 6 day on each island make sense?
Just do South island if its only 12 days.
> I would like to flyfish on a river or stream with a guide on one day,
> where would be the best place?
Plenty of places. Every sports store has business cards of guides.
> I would like to whitewater raft on one day (level 3-5) and a more
> gentle but scenic trip another day with my wife, saw lots of places
> but what would be best?
Queenstown
> On our 7th day there, it will be our 25th wedding anniversary. Can
> someone recommend somewhere special to go? city, resturant, etc.
> Any place I shouldn't miss, and being limited by time, what should I
> skip?
Sign of the Takehe Restaurant in Christchurch. It was the restaurant in the
movie "The Frighteners" with Michael J Fox. It is charming and the food is
magnificent. Its pricey but that won't worry you on your anniversary.
>
> Misc -
> From what I read, weather can be cool on the south island and warmer
> on the north. Is there that much difference? Will I need anything
> heavier that a sweater in October?
In the mountains you need a jacket, gloves and beanie.
> Anything that is hard to get in NZ, that I should take with me from
> the US?
Reeces, twinkies, apple music store
Check out our Blog for some travel suggestions.
http://www.galleryvittoria.com/nzblog/
We came here for our honeymoon and never went home. This is one of those
holiday destinations that it is really hard to leave.
cheers
Brook
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