Getting To Rotorua From Auckland
Other Conferences in New Zealand
About New Zealand
Situated in the South Pacific, New Zealand is a country of diverse cultures and opportunities. It is proud of its Polynesian heritage mingled with European tradition, handed down over the years. New Zealand is famous worldwide for its beautiful scenery and friendly people. It is a green, rolling country, holding many attractions for visitors with its dramatically changing landscapes with a variety of outdoor pursuits. A visit to New Zealand means good times, warm hospitality, new friendships and unforgettable experiences.
Climate
February is high summer in
New Zealand. The climate is a maritime one and in February the average daytime
temperature is 24oC (77oF) dropping to 16oC (62oF)
overnight. The sun is very intense and sunscreen and a hat or cap will be
required. There may be some rain showers so a light rainproof jacket or folding
umbrella should also be brought.
Electricity
The standard voltage of
supply in New Zealand is 230 volts, 50 hertz. Most hotels and motels provide
100 volt A.C. sockets (rated at 20 watts) for electric razors only.
Goods and
Services Tax
Goods and services sold in
New Zealand are subject to a 12.5% Goods and Services Tax (GST). Retail
suppliers are required to show the GST-inclusive price on goods and services,
and must clearly state if the tax is not included in the advertised price.
GST cannot be claimed back on purchases when leaving New Zealand. However,
depending on the retailer, some goods can be purchased on a GST-exclusive basis
at the point of purchase, where it can be demonstrated that the items are
leaving the country. The retailer is required to courier the items to the
airport for you to collect on departure.
Laptops
You will need an RJ45 type
plug to be able to connect your modem into a telephone socket in New Zealand,
and an adaptor with a flat, angled two or three-point power plug to connect to
the power supply.
Time
New Zealand time is 12 hours
ahead of GMT.
Passport and
Visas
A current passport is
required for entry to New Zealand. Please check your visa and other
requirements with your travel agent or airline.
>> Click here for further Visa information from
conference organisers
Details of requirements
can also be obtained from New Zealand diplomatic and consular offices in your
country, New Zealand Immigration Services office in New Zealand or the New
Zealand Immigration Service web site:
www.immigration.govt.nz.
Rental Cars
Avis Rent a Car is offering
its corporate rates to conference delegates. Just call the local Avis office in
your country and quote the booking reference number: AWD Z994400.
Further Information
You can find out more about "Destination New Zealand" by clicking
on the links below.
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About Rotorua
Rotorua is located in New Zealand's North Island, a short flight from Auckland or a scenic three-hour drive and has long been a prime destination for visitors to New Zealand.
The district has unique natural resources of rivers, lakes, forests and open countryside combined with internationally renowned geothermal mud and natural springs. No other region has such a naturally occurring spa environment together with the strong spiritual, historical and cultural link to the Maori people of the area.
The region's culture is well-versed in "Manaakitanga" - the welcoming, caring and sharing extended to the visitors who come to Rotorua from all parts of the globe.
Rotorua is also close to the main kiwifruit growing area of Te Puke and the beaches of the Bay of Plenty. February is summer in New Zealand. It can be warm (25°C) and very sunny with high UV or it can be cooler and wet. Bring both a raincoat and sunhat.
>> Click here for further information on Rotorua
Park Heritage Rotorua overlooks the renowned Whakarewarewa Thermal Reserve and Historical Village, which makes it the perfect base for anyone wanting to experience the natural and cultural excitement of this very unique location.
Park
Heritage Rotorua
Corner Froude & Tryon Street
Tel: +64 7 348 1189
Fax: +64 7 347 1620
Website: www.heritagehotels.co.nz
Getting to Rotorua From Auckland
Most people traveling to New Zealand from overseas will arrive in Auckland. Getting from Auckland to Rotorua is simple! Rotorua is about three hours drive, or a one hour flight from Auckland. Delegates participating in the pre-Symposium tour will arrive at the conference hotel on the afternoon of Monday 20 February. Other delegates will be required to make their own transport arrangements to the Park Heritage Hotel in Rotorua. After the Symposium, all delegates will need to make their own travel arrangements from Rotorua, for example to Auckland airport for an international departure.
Pre-Symposium Tour
The Pre-Symposium tour starts in Auckland and finishes in Rotorua. What
could be easier?!
>> Click here for information on the tour
Fly from Auckland to Rotorua
You can fly from Auckland to Rotorua. There are a number of airlines
that make this trip including Air New Zealand.
Ask your travel agent to make your booking while doing your international
travel, and do your bookings as soon as you can to ensure your choices are
available.
Catch a shuttle
For personal transfers, Bay of Plenty Shuttles will meet your individual
flight in Auckland (at any time night or day) and transfer you directly to your
hotel in Rotorua. Travel time approx. 3 hrs - cost $85pp one way.
Pre-booking is required.
Phone +64 7 348 1364 or within New Zealand 0800 700 727
Fax: +64 7 349 3164
Email: bopshuttles@xtra.co.nz
Drive yourself to Rotorua
Don't be worried, we move most of the sheep off the roads during the day to
make driving easier! Avis Rent a Car is offering
its corporate rates to conference delegates. Just call the local Avis office in
your country and quote the booking reference number: AWD Z994400.
You can find driving maps and driving
times on the web.
>> Click here
for maps and driving times
Other Conferences in New Zealand
People interested in attending Kiwi2006 may also be interested in some of the other conferences being held in New Zealand around that time.
13th Australasian Plant Breeding Conference
Christchurch (South Island of New Zealand)
18-21 April, 2006Website: www.apbc.org.nz
