Discover Your Personal Paradise
With its stunning diversity New Zealand really is the world in one country. Its "100% pure" clean, green image is well deserved yet it's still relatively undiscovered by most of the world.
Fast Facts
Population: 4,213,418
Capital City: Wellington
Climate: Temperate with sharp regional contrasts
Time Zone: GMT+12
New Zealand Articles
A Warm-Weather Road Trip in New ZealandPosted on January 19, 2012 by Emma Carry
New Zealand gets some of the finest weather in the world, and while snow falls on parts of the U.S. and Canada, folks in the “Land of the Long White Cloud” are hitting the hiking trails, swimming at the beach, and celebrating Christmas in shorts.
Homes in Wine CountryPosted on January 19, 2012 by anon
If a small Italian farmhouse with a vineyard sounds sweet, then look to the Abruzzo (pictured), a region of southern central Italy bordering the Adriatic Sea.
Drums, Buskers, and a Circus FestivalPosted on December 20, 2011 by Darius Fisher
A round-up of the weird and wonderful events taking place around the world over the coming months.
- The Best Climate
Posted on December 20, 2011 by Robert Carry
Italy, Scored 98/100 Scoring a country on its climate is difficult, because everyone has …
Get Paid to Play With DolphinsPosted on November 16, 2011 by Tim Clayton
There is something magical about encountering dolphins. Perhaps it is the mammal connection between the two species or maybe it is the thrill of seeing such wonderful creatures in their natural environment. There is no doubt a dolphin encounter lifts the soul and provides an awe inspiring experience.
IL’s Seven Favorite Road TripsPosted on September 16, 2011 by International Living
For many folks, the drive down California’s Highway One epitomizes the road trip. The views are glorious. But it’s hardly the only stretch of road that’ll make you stop and stare. That’s why we asked our International Living editors to tell us about their favorite road trips. Here’s the list below, in no particular order of preference.
The World’s Best Retirement Haven in 2011Posted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
In IL’s annual Global Retirement Index, we rank the top 23 places in the world to retire — and lay out why they make sense — so you can more easily target the destination that’s right for you. The 23 countries are rated out of 100 points in categories such as real estate prices, cost of living, culture, health care, special benefits for retirees, infrastructure, safety/stability and climate.
Our Annual Retirement Index: All the Scores and How It’s ScoredPosted on August 22, 2011 by International Living
Putting together the Annual Global Retirement Index, which ranks the best countries in the world to retire, is a major undertaking. Here’s how we did it.
Lost in Time on New Zealand’s South IslandPosted on June 20, 2011 by Tim Clayton
From the misty shades of grey rolling across the fjords of Doubtful and Milford Sounds to the coal-fi red steamboat, the TSS Earnslaw cruising Lake Wakatipu, there’s a timeless tranquility to the beautiful South Island, New Zealand.
U.S. Claims Top Spot in IL’s Quality of Life Index 2011Posted on January 3, 2011 by Dan Prescher
International Living has just published its annual Quality of Life Index for 2011. The Index ranks most countries in the world in nine different categories to come up with overall ratings for their comparative qualities of life.
Prague: Fairy-Tale Europe’s Baroque GemPosted on August 31, 2010 by William Chamberlayne
In this issue of the Lifetime Society Communiqué, we stroll the cobbled streets of one of Europe’s most atmospheric and beautifully preserved cities.
Luxury Island Life in New ZealandPosted on July 22, 2010 by Mike Colwill
Nothing beats island life, especially when you share your island with world-class wineries, oyster farms, restaurants and endless bustling cafes. All this, and you’re just 30 minutes away from the modern city of Auckland in New Zealand.
Living in Luxury on an Island in New ZealandPosted on June 28, 2010 by Mike Colwill
Nothing beats island life, especially when you share your island with world-class wineries, oyster farms, restaurants and endless bustling cafes. All this, and you’re just 30 minutes away from the modern city of Auckland in New Zealand.
New Zealand: Where a Balanced Life is EasyPosted on June 28, 2010 by International Living
We always knew that we would live in New Zealand “someday.” That day finally came last January, when our family—my husband, 8-year-old son and 7-year-old daughter—moved from Colorado to a small, semi-rural town in New Zealand.
“I Always Swore I would Never Skydive”Posted on June 28, 2010 by Jean Flitcroft
After we fell 7,000 feet my instructor casually pointed out his new house on the lakeshore below.
“Tramping” Your Way to Health in New ZealandPosted on June 17, 2010 by Dan Prescher
With plenty of outdoor activities and a pollution-free environment, it’s no wonder that New Zealand was recently named one of the top five healthiest places in the world to live in 2010 by International Living editors.
Feel Younger, Live Longer: The World’s Healthiest Places to LivePosted on June 1, 2010 by International Living
Optimism and purpose, a low stress level, a natural diet and an active lifestyle…experts say those factors are three times as important as your genetic makeup when it comes to enjoying a long and healthy life. Luckily, it’s easy to embrace those elements when you’re living in a place where they come naturally. And they do in our top picks for the world’s healthiest places to live.
Eight Ways to Vacation Overseas—FreePosted on February 1, 2010 by International Living
Everyone dreams of vacations. But accommodation, food, and transportation all add up. In the current economic climate, low cost is good. And “no cost” is even better. Here are some suggestions to save on your next vacation
2010 Quality of Life Index: 194 Countries Ranked and RatedPosted on January 1, 2010 by International Living
Every January, we rank and rate 194 countries to come up with our list of the places that offer you the best quality of life. This isn’t about best value, necessarily. It’s about the places in the world where the living is, simply put, great.
2010 Quality of Life Index By the Staff of International LivingPosted on January 1, 2010 by International Living
Every January, we rank and rate 194 countries to come up with our list of the places that offer you the best quality of life. This isn’t about best value, necessarily. It’s about the places in the world where the living is, simply put, great.
Travel Press Talks: January IssuePosted on January 1, 2010 by Anna Skellern
Your monthly dose of Travel Talks with Anna Skellern
Globetrotter: News From Around the WorldPosted on October 27, 2009 by Paola Fornari
This month’s Globetrotting tales…
“Billy and I are 55, and into our 18th year of retirement”Posted on August 20, 2008 by International Living
Since my husband Billy and I left the working world behind at the age of 38 in 1991, we’ve been traveling the globe and have lived in dozens of countries.
It’s Never Too Late to RetirePosted on January 15, 2008 by Steenie Harvey
Are you ever too old for an overseas adventure? Now on his way to a new life in New Zealand, one retired dentist doesn’t think so.
Escaping from 14-hour work days for a better quality of life in New ZealandPosted on December 30, 2007 by International Living
I was born in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, to a German father and a New Zealand mother, and although I went to high school in Christchurch, New Zealand, for a brief term when I was 15, I spent most of my school years and university years in Germany, including doing a law degree and a master’s degree in international economic law.
Escaping from 14-hour work days for a better quality of life in New ZealandPosted on December 24, 2007 by Karin Scharfenberg
I was born in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, to a German father, and a New Zealand mother, and although I went to high school in Christchurch, New Zealand, for a brief term when I was 15, I spent most of my school years and university years in Germany, including doing a law degree and a masters in International Economic Law.
- How to Get Residency in New Zealand
Posted on December 19, 2007 by International Living
Along with the amazing wildlife and scenery, New Zealand boasts a friendly and safe environment, an English-speaking population, high-quality services, a relatively low cost of living, vibrant cities, and homes to suit all budgets.
Meet Me in HellPosted on December 13, 2007 by Steenie Harvey
Signposts point to the Devil’s Inkpot, the Devil’s Bath, and the Inferno Crater. Steam rises from cracks and hidden vents…rocks are streaked sulfur yellow…hot water geysers erupt up to 100 feet into the air.
Don’t make a mess of your heir’s inheritancePosted on November 26, 2007 by Lief Simon
How you take title to and hold a piece of real estate in another country can be as important as how much you pay for it. If you’re not careful, you could end up in a situation where your heirs have to go through probate in one or more foreign countries—something that, believe me, you don’t want them to have to do.
- There’s a New Gold Rush in Town
Posted on October 11, 2007 by International Living
With its long hot summer days and frosty winters, New Zealand has the perfect climate for wine production.
- I Found My Paradise in New Zealand
Posted on October 9, 2007 by International Living
The Rock Burn Chasm is a World Heritage National Park…and a peaceful respite from …
Spotlight On…Posted on September 27, 2007 by International Living
This month, we go to the farthest corners of the globe to spotlight affordable property buys in cities as diverse as Queenstown, New Zealand, Punta del Este, Uruguay, and Limoges, France
- Win a new life in New Zealand
Posted on May 23, 2007 by International Living
Last year, Napier City, New Zealand, ran a "Win a Life" competition. The winners, …
- Wellington-the San Francisco of the South Pacific…at half the cost
Posted on May 22, 2007 by International Living
New Zealand-an English-speaking country with mountain ranges and ski resorts that rival those in …
The world’s five best travel adventuresPosted on May 22, 2007 by Angela Roberts
A vacation filled with adventure travel will send you home with once-in-a-lifetime experiences under your belt, fascinating tales for your friends, and-believe it or not-more relaxed than your annual visit to the Florida Keyes.
Wellington—the San Francisco of the South Pacific…at half the costPosted on May 22, 2007 by Bob Preston
New Zealand—an English-speaking country with mountain ranges and ski resorts that rival those in the Swiss Alps; fiords and geothermal hot springs; plus beautiful golden sand beaches. This affordable paradise also boasts a stable democracy, almost no corruption, and a great medical system. Furthermore, its people are laid-back, friendly, and open.
New Zealand AdventuresPosted on May 22, 2007 by Susan Colby
New Zealand has always held a certain fascination for me. Although my dad lived in Kerikeri on the Bay of Islands for several years, I never managed to make the trip over. This time, the prime purpose of my visit was to see my sister Rosemary. Her daughter, Jenni, has lived here for three years. Rosemary and her husband moved here from South Africa six months ago and are in the process of getting residency.
2007 Quality of Life IndexPosted on May 22, 2007 by International Living
The best place in the world to live?
For the second year running in our annual Quality of Life Index, we say: France.
At the other end of the Index, again for year number two, Iraq scores the fewest points and ranks as the world’s worst place to be.
- New Zealand
Posted on May 3, 2007 by International Living
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- "THE ASPEN OF THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE"
Posted on April 27, 2007 by International Living
Dear International Living Reader, In March 2002, US$1 bought 2.4 New Zealand dollars. Today, …
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