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New Zealand 2011 snow season started

Learn whether snow has already started to fall in New Zealand, and whether ski fields have already opened.

Big earthquake again in Christchurch

Today Christchurch New Zealand was hit again by a large earthquake. Read about what you could do if you have a trip planned to Christchurch in the next few days or weeks.

New Zealand summer weather wrap-up

Get a summary of what the weather was like during summer in New Zealand in 2010-2011.

Lost and found in New Zealand bush

Learn what precautions you can take to not become a victim of New Zealand’s unforgiving terrain and wilderness or wind up in the predicament a British tourist found himself in when he ventured off alone into the wilderness.

Christmas Day in Wellington NZ

Learn what Christmas Day is like in Wellington New Zealand and see photos of Wellington city center, Wellington’s waterfront, and the red flowers on Pohutukawa trees in Wellington.

Warm vacation spots in December, January, and February

Learn whether New Zealand can provide you with warm vacation spots in December, January, and February, and how summer is currently progressing.

What season is it now in New Zealand?

Learn whether it is spring, summer, autumn, or winter in New Zealand if you are wondering what season it is now in New Zealand.

Where to see spring blossoms in Central Otago New Zealand

Learn where you can go to find and see spring blossoms in Central Otago on the South Island of New Zealand.

Where to see spring blossoms in Canterbury South Island New Zealand

Learn where you can go to find and see spring blossoms in Canterbury on the South Island of New Zealand.

Travel conditions in Christchurch

Learn what the travel conditions in Christchurch are currently like a little more than one month after the earthquake.

Christchurch motels open for business

Learn which Christchurch motels near the city center are currently open for business and can accommodate you if you have a trip planned or are planning a trip to Christchurch New Zealand. Also learn what motel owners have reported to me about the conditions in Christchurch after the earthquake.

Current driving and road conditions Christchurch to Queenstown

Learn how you can find out what the current driving conditions in, around, to, and from Christchurch are after the earthquake that took place last Saturday.

Not the best time to visit Christchurch

Today Christchurch New Zealand was hit by a very large earthquake. Read about what you could do if you have a trip planned to Christchurch in the next few days or weeks.

Spring is on its way in New Zealand

Read about the latest observations in weather and on location as New Zealand ends its winter season and starts its spring season.

New Zealand August weather wrap-up – snow is still falling

Learn what type of weather August has brought to New Zealand, whether snow has fallen, and what the temperatures are like.

Weather in Queenstown and surroundings in June – conclusions

Read about the conclusions I've come to for the weather in Queenstown and its surrounding region in winter and in particular June on the South Island of New Zealand.

Crown Range road conditions, snow, and scenic views in winter

After five days of no snowfall, the Crown Range road was in a well enough condition to drive up without having to use chains. See a photo of the scenic view you get from Crown Range during winter in New Zealand.

Fog in Glenorchy and snow on Queenstown Hill New Zealand

Morning frost, fog, snow, and subzero temperatures. That's winter in Queenstown and Glenorchy on the South Island of New Zealand at its best. Read about my adventures of the day.

Lindis Pass with snow and fog during winter in New Zealand

Read about the amount of snow and fog I encountered while driving through Lindis Pass in winter on the South Island of New Zealand.

South Island New Zealand and Queenstown snow report

Read what the current snow conditions are like on the South Island of New Zealand and get a brief Queenstown snow report.

Snow season New Zealand 2010 has now officially started

Learn how the 2010 snow season in New Zealand is currently unfolding and what the current snow conditions are on the North and South Island of New Zealand.

Snow is falling in New Zealand

Read about the late May 2010 snow fall and cold snap that is currently taking place especially on the South Island of New Zealand.

New Zealand ski fields 2010 open dates

Read when New Zealand ski fields on the North Island and South Island are scheduled to open in 2010 for the winter season.

Is snow expected in Queenstown in June and July 2010?

These are my personal thoughts on snowfall prediction in general and on the expectation of snow on the South Island of New Zealand and especially in Queenstown in June and July 2010.

Last NZ autumn foliage report for 2010

Read about and see pictures of autumn foliage at Lake Tekapo and in Fairlie New Zealand in this last fall foliage report for the 2010 autumn season in New Zealand.

Autumn colours now on in Central Otago South Island NZ

Learn how the autumn colours in Central Otago New Zealand are currently unfolding if you're planning a trip to see fall foliage on the South Island of New Zealand.

Fall foliage report Mackenzie Country New Zealand

A brief fall foliage report on how the autumn season is unfolding in Mackenzie Country and South Canterbury in New Zealand.

South Island autumn yet to start in April 2010

Learn how the autumn colours on the South Island of New Zealand are currently unfolding if you’re planning a trip or holiday to Canterbury New Zealand to see autumn leaves.

New Zealand March weather update

Learn what the weather is currently like in New Zealand in March 2010 if you're planning a trip to either the North or the South Island.

Deciding where to stay in Queenstown

Booking accommodation in Queenstown for April did not turn out to be an easy task. Read about how I went about researching accommodation in Queenstown trying to decide where to stay and came up empty-handed.

Wellington City on a sunny day from the Brooklyn wind turbine

See a photo of what Wellington City and its harbour look like on a beautiful sunny day when viewed from the Brooklyn wind turbine.

Traveling to Queenstown in June 2010

Read about how much my flights cost and what the current travel booking conditions are if you too are planning a trip to Queenstown New Zealand in June or July 2010.

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