My experiences in New Zealand have been great. I have troubles with specific seafood, such as clams. On both my trips, the luxury lodges all knew and the chef or head server would confirm with me the exact areas of concern before a meal. Specific lodges this occurred at where Otahuna, Blanket Bay, Cape Kidnappers, Bay of Many Coves, Hapuku Treehouses, and Wharekauhau.