Wellington International Airport (WLG) is located 8 km or a 20 minutes drive from the city centre. Wellington is less than one hour’s flight from anywhere in New Zealand, and Pacific Blue covers most major cities domestically with flights to Australia and the South Pacific. A number of shuttle operators provide a regular half-hourly or hourly …

Citizens of Australia and the UK, as well as visa waiver countries, do not need to apply for a visa for short visitor stays, but may need to produce documented proof of onward travel. Visa waiver countries include the USA and multiple countries across Europe and Asia, Andorra, Argentina, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, …

For many, the sweet spot for visiting Wellington rolls around at the tail end of summer, typically in February and March. This is when the city exhales from the peak tourist rush, and the weather starts playing nice and predictable. You can still bask in the splendour of New Zealand's nature, but also catch …

Wellington has a well developed public transport system, the most used in New Zealand. It consists of buses, commuter trains, ferries and a funicular (the Wellington Cable Car). One of the best features of Wellington is its compact size. In half an hour, you can walk from the Railway Station, past the Parliament Buildings, along …

Numerous taxi companies operate throughout Wellington. Zoomy, Ola NZ and Uber rideshare apps are a convenient way to find a ride, …

Post offices in Wellington are run by NZ Post, providing several services throughout the city. The offices have a red sign on the outside, with New Zealand Post written …

Pharmacies, often referred to as 'chemists' in New Zealand, are typically open during standard retail hours, generally 9 am to 5:30 pm on weekdays. However, hours can extend to late evenings and weekends in larger cities and shopping centres. New Zealand's largest pharmacy chains are Unichem and Life Pharmacy, with stores spread nationwide. These pharmacies …

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New Zealand operates on a 230/240V supply voltage and 50Hz frequency. The country uses Type I power plugs, which feature two flat pins forming a 'V' shape, along with a grounding pin. This standard is also commonly used in Australia, Argentina, China, and several Pacific island nations. Remember to pack a universal adapter if …