Christchurch Airport is New Zealand's second largest airport. Christchurch city is a short 15 minutes' drive (9.4 km) from the airport and several transport options are available from outside the terminal including rental cars, taxis, shuttles and buses. Regular Metro Red Bus services connect the airport to the city centre such as the Purple Line …

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, …

Christchurch is an all-year destination. During the summer season, December to February, Christchurch can get high temperatures with an average temperature of 21–23°C (70°F). The daylight can last up until 9:30 pm during this period. December, February and March is the peak season, it is also in December and January many domestic travellers have …

Public transport in Christchurch consists of bus services operated by two bus companies supported by a ferry, all jointly marketed as Metro. The Orbiter service travels past all the major suburban shopping centres in Christchurch and other services can take you to the city arriving at Central Station and onto the seaside village of Sumner, …

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

Post offices in Christchurch are run by NZ Post, providing several services throughout the town. The offices have a red sign on the outside, with New Zealand Post written on. One of the post offices in the city is South City PostShop where you can post parcels, letters and purchase …

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 …