Get to Know New Zealand
New Zealand is an archipelago country (i.e. a country made up of a cluster of islands) in the southwestern Pacific Ocean; made up of 2 large main islands and smaller surrounding islands. The capital city Wellington, also known as “Wind City”, due to it being located in a passage between New Zealand’s north and south islands on a strait, is a cultural center which still embraces the beauty of Victorian wooden architecture and has a stunning world-class viewpoint like Mount Victoria. The city’s charm is its natural surroundings and accessible beaches.
Living Expenses & Quality of Life in New Zealand
New Zealand is ranked second in the world for safety, thanks to its low crime rates and good security, as well as competency in dealing with both large and small cases swiftly and decisively.
Compared to other countries, the quality of life for New Zealanders is unwavering, thus the cost of living can be relatively high. However, the beautiful scenery, peaceful country, and friendly locals, ensures that everyone will have fun and experience something new, as the belief that life should be lived to its fullest is instilled in every organization or institution.
New Zealand Weather & Climate
For those who do not like cold weather, New Zealand is a good choice for continuing your studies, as the weather is not much different to Thailand. Though it doesn’t mean that the weather won’t get cold, as Auckland during the Winter can be minus 10 degrees Celsius, and when travelling towards the south of New Zealand, you can encounter snow. Yet before deciding to study in a particular city, you can ask your Hands On counsellor for more information to help you prepare.
The weather changes frequently in New Zealand, there is rain throughout the year. Consists of 4 seasons:
- Summer (December – February)
- Autumn (March people – May)
- Winter (June-August)
- Spring (September – November)
New Zealand Attractions
New Zealand is one of the world’s most natural countries. Being an island nation, New Zealand has a plethora of attractions, from mountains to rivers and beaches – though getting around from one place to another can take some time. However most visitors will prefer to rent a car for convenience and speed.
New Zealand gives off slow life vibes, since living in a country surrounded by nature, it causes you to stop and take in the views on a frequent basis. There are also many places to go shopping as well as fun adventures that you can do, whether it be whitewater rafting, hiking or even a cable car ride to admire the scenery.
