I am a huge fan of travelling by bus because first, it is the cheapest mode of travelling and secondly, I get to enjoy scenic views along the way. And, what better way to enjoy New Zealand’s epic natural landscapes than by taking a bus ride where we just sit back, relax and enjoy the […]
Auckland
New Zealand Working Holiday (Part 9) : Cheap and Delicious Japanese Food at Umi & Umiya Sushi, Wellesley Street East, Auckland CBD
Being Asian, I love my rice and I love Japanese food especially sushi, donburi and bento because they are filling and taste delicious. I found out that Auckland is a pretty expansive place to eat where the average price for a rice meal is about $10 – $15 per serving! Thankfully, I found Umi & […]
New Zealand Working Holiday (Part 8) : A Visit to the Auckland War Memorial Museum (Getting There, Opening Hours & Admission Tickets)
Being in New Zealand, I wanted to know the history of the country and its people. Therefore, the best place for me to gather such information is none other than the Auckland War Memorial Museum, also known as the Auckland Museum. 🙂 The Auckland War Memorial Museum happens to be New Zealand’s first museum and […]
New Zealand Working Holiday (Part 7) : Day trip to Rangitoto Volcanic Island in the Hauraki Gulf, Auckland (Part 2)
My day trip to Rangitoto Island in the Hauraki Gulf, Auckland began when we arrived and set foot at Rangitoto Wharf. As we got off the ferry, we were promptly reminded by the staff to keep watch of the time to ensure that we do not miss the last ferry back to the city or […]
New Zealand Working Holiday (Part 7) : Day trip to Rangitoto Volcanic Island in the Hauraki Gulf, Auckland (Part 1)
Off the coast of Auckland, in the Hauraki Gulf lies the iconic Rangitoto Island. The volcanic island emerged from the sea around 600 years ago in a series of volcanic explosions and happens to be the youngest and largest volcano in the Auckland volcanic field. 🙂 A short ferry ride is all it takes to […]
New Zealand Working Holiday (Part 6) : Visiting and Getting to Mount Eden in Auckland by Public Transport
A trip to Auckland, New Zealand would be incomplete without enjoying a 360 degrees view of Auckland city’s panoramic skyline. To do so, I visited Mount Eden (Maungawhau) in Auckland, one of the region’s 48 volcanic cones. Standing tall at 196 metres above sea level, Mount Eden is the highest natural point in Auckland – the perfect […]
New Zealand Working Holiday (Part 5) : Setting Up a Local Bank Account (ANZ Bank) & Applying for an IRD Number
In order to legally work in New Zealand, one must have a valid work visa or a working holiday visa. 🙂 The Malaysia Working Holiday Visa to New Zealand allows an individual to work for up to 6 months in any employment except permanent employment. Besides working, one can also study or train for up […]
New Zealand Working Holiday (Part 4) : King Room with Ensuite at Nomads Auckland Backpackers Review
The highlight of my stay at Nomads Auckland Backpackers would be the time when I was given a complimentary room upgrade, moving up from the 12-bed mixed dormitory room to a private King room with ensuite, courtesy of the hostel’s general manager, Ms. Nadine T. 🙂 In my previous blog post here, I mentioned about […]