Originally Posted by
jordyn
A few quick notes:
4) There's basically no such thing as "too hot" in New Zealand. February is generally the best month overall for weather; January is probably okay too. In December and March, things will be fine but a lot more uneven.
Well, we were ' toasted ' in Jan / Feb '90 , even more " tanned " than from e.g. Bali. Had a no AC car for part of the time & it was unbearable as the draft was hot
Any one here were at the Commonwealth Games then?
Not many luxury lodges and Huka Lodge was booked up by the Royal family .. So had to settle for less . Actually a relief to have some decent places to stay !
So check what events are happening when you plan your trip ..
Other than that , the trip was enjoyable as always in NZ, scenery for both NI & SI - rather bucolic though different.
Needless to say, we now return during cooler months
You will have a wonderful time .