Last updated: 20 Jan 2012

Travel

Airports

New Zealand’s largest and busiest airport is the Auckland International Airport. An average cab ride from the airport to Auckland’s CBD will take approximately 30 minutes at around NZ$40. Several hire car companies can also be found at New Zealand's airports.

Ground transport

The variety and standard of public transport varies between cities and provinces. Most cities and towns have public bus services and all offer taxis and rental car services. A smaller number have train services. Air links exist between all the main cities and towns.

For the business traveller, taxis, rental cars and air travel are recommended for convenience reasons.

Some travel related contacts for New Zealand:

• taxis, buses, etc - NZ Telecom Yellow pages
• air - Air New Zealand, Qantas
• rail and ferry - Tranzrail Travel

Hotels

Pre-booking travel and accommodation, especially between major centres is advisable (eg. Auckland to Wellington). Austrade Auckland is able to book accommodation for its clients on travel at discounted government rates, which could save up to NZ$100-200 per night, including package deals.

Dining

Restaurants and food vendors are abundant throughout New Zealand and offer a wide range of food at reasonable prices. For restaurant guides and reviews, visit Dineout and Auckland and Wellington Restaurants.

Tipping

Tipping for services is optional and is generally not expected.

Top Business Risks

• Bribery of Foreign Officials
• Tariffs and regulations
• Doing business in New Zealand

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