Guests will arrive at Auckland International Airport (AKL). The airport is approximately 35–45 minutes from central Auckland.

Some nationalities require an NZeTAto enter New Zealand.

We kindly recommend checking your entry requirements ahead of travel.

(NZTD). A mandatory form required for all arrivals. It can be completed online before you travel.

Auckland is a city designed for driving. Public transport is available, but limited, so a car offers the most convenient way to move between areas.

Uber is readily available, and a range of car-hire options can be booked from the airport or the city.

International Car Rental Companies

Widely recognised, easy to book, and available at Auckland Airport and in the city

• Hertz

• Avis

• Budget

• Europcar

• Thrifty

• Enterprise

New Zealand–Based Car Hire Companies

Often more flexible and sometimes more affordable:

• Omega Rental Cars

• GO Rentals

• Snap Rentals

• Ezi Car Rental

• Apex Car Rentals

• Yesaway (good for short-term, city-based hires)

Luxury & Premium Car Hire

For guests who prefer something elevated:

• Sixt Premium

• Luxury Car Rentals NZ

• Execucars (chauffeured options)

For comfort and convenience, we suggest staying in Auckland CBD. Here are our curated recommendations:

Luxury Hotels

• The Hotel Britomart

• Park Hyatt Auckland

• Sofitel Viaduct Harbour

• Pullman Auckland

• Grand Millenium

• Cordis Auckland

• Voco Auckland City Centre

Boutique & Stylish

• QT Auckland

• Fable Auckland

• Ohtel Auckland

• The Sebel

• Hotel DeBrett

February is late summer in New Zealand: warm days, soft breezes, and cooler evenings. Light layers are recommended.

New Zealand uses $NZD. Most places accept card and contactless payments.

New Zealand drives on the left-hand side.

Auckland is much larger than many expect, so we recommend allowing extra time for traffic and travel between areas.

Auckland Airport → CBD: 35–45 minutes

CBD → Clevedon (Wedding Venue): ~45 minutes

Beaches

• The Coromandel- white-sand beaches, clear water, and lush native forest

• Piha Beach- black sand, powerful surf, and striking cliffs

• Omaha Beach- Great for swimming, long walks, and photos

• Tāwharanui Regional Park (Anchor Bay) - White sand, turquoise water, native birds, and a scenic drive

• Pakiri Beach - Miles of pale sand and incredible water clarity

• Hot Water Beach- you can dig your own hot pool during low tide

Restaurants & Shopping

• Cassia- for modern indian dining

• Origine- For Parisian fine dining

• MASU by Nic Watt — Federal Street

  For Upscale Japanese robata.
  cocktails, and atmosphere.

• Newmarket — Westfield + High Street - A major shopping district with NZ designers, premium brands, and luxury beauty

• Parnell — Galleries & Designer Boutiques

  For shopping  fine art, and elevated fashion

• Ponsonby Road — Boutiques & Design Stores.

  Independent designers, lifestyle shopping

Day Trips

• Rotorua-  geothermal pools, Māori culture, spas

• Hobbiton-For the avid LOTR fans

• Waiheke Island(For the Boat trip and wineries

• Matakana — markets, wineries, and boutique cafés

• Rangitoto Island — For the volcanic island hike with incredible views

• Waitomo Glowworm Caves - For the surreal, bucket-list experience