New Zealand itinerary consultations
CUSTOM TRAVEL ADVICE
Plan your New Zealand trip with me
Jump on a call with me, a local, and get tailored advice for your New Zealand trip
If you’re interested in getting closer to nature, off the beaten track, and away from crowds, there’s a good chance I’ll be able to help you; this sums up my travel style too.
One call, endless topics
I don’t have a strict format for these calls — you can use the time as you like, and ask me anything you want. Maybe you have a rough route and want help perfecting it. Or you don’t have time to sift through all the information available to plan your trip. Maybe you just don’t know where to start.
Together we can talk through your itinerary and I’ll give you feedback on whether it makes sense. Is it feasible? Too much driving? Too many activities?
My areas of expertise include travelling in a campervan, outdoor adventure activities (camping, hiking, beaches), food (and coffee and wine), and historic and boutique accommodation. These are the things I love, and what I frequently spend time and money on.
If you’re unsure whether this is right for you, feel free to email me at hello@petrinadarrah.com — I’m happy to answer any questions in advance.
MAPPING YOUR ROUTE
Helping you decide where to go — and where not to go
I can help you narrow down your options by giving honest opinions about what is worth your time. If you’re not sure where to start, I can talk through places you might not have thought about, to see what sparks inspiration for you.
GETTING AROUND
Choose adventure, or a little more luxury
We can talk through whether a car or campervan works best for you, and how to get between places without spending your whole holiday driving.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
Sharing the little places you’ll love
I try to find the best coffee spots, souvenir shops, and roadside stops everywhere in New Zealand. I’m happy to share the places I know and love, particularly the small, independent businesses — so you can connect with locals.
How it works
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BOOK ONLINE
Choose a slot in my calendar and pay securely online. You’ll get a confirmation email with a Google Meet link
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BEFORE THE CALL
Send over rough notes and any questions before the call; I’ll start thinking of ideas specifically for you.
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WRITTEN NOTES
After the call, I send notes with personalised suggestions for places to eat, hikes, and other activities that interest you.
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ON THE CALL
I answer all your questions and share my best advice, so you can fast track your New Zealand trip planning.
These are my suggestions for the length of time to book, but if you’re unsure just go for a one hour slot — we can always book a follow up session if you find it to be useful.
1 hour ($130USD): This is usually enough to walk through a one week itinerary in detail or to cover a longer itinerary more quickly — say, if you already have a pretty good idea of where you want to go.
1.5 hours ($165USD): This is perfect if you want to go over a 2 week itinerary and have questions around other topics, like how to manage your money in New Zealand, what rental car companies are the best, and so on.
2 hours ($200USD): This is the best option for itineraries of 3 weeks or more, or if you are just at the beginning of your planning and want to get up to speed quickly — in this block of time I can help prepare you for everything you need to know.
I ask for payment when you book your consultation, but don’t worry; you can change the time free of charge and if you need to cancel, I’m happy to give you a full refund minus 5% to cover processing fees.
I’m also happy to refund you if you get off the call with me and feel like I didn’t help in any way. I want you to leave the call feeling excited for your trip and clearer about your goals, so just email me immediately afterwards if you would like refund.
If you book a call and then no show, I charge 50% of the booking cost, and will refund you 50%. This is just to cover my time.
Less time planning, more time getting excited for your trip
There is so much information online, sifting through it all to plot out an itinerary that suits you can take forever. By getting on a call — instead of just reading through all my blog posts — I can help you cut to the chase and, hopefully, hang up with a clear idea of where you’ll go.
Basically, you’ll get to pick the brain of someone who is on the ground in New Zealand, travelling here all the time.
Day by day route planning
Accommodation recommendations based on my own experience, and my travel wishlist
Tailored tips and advice based on your personal interests
Recommendations for small, independent businesses where possible, so you can support local during your trip
Detailed notes sent after the call, with links to operators, Google Maps, and accommodation providers
If it’s useful to you, I can provide a meeting recording and a transcript
What’s not included
I’m not going to try to sell you anything; I’ll just help guide you plan your trip and guide you towards the activities that suit you best.
I am not a travel agent and I will not make any bookings on your behalf. However, I will provide you with links to all the accommodation, tours, and services I recommend for you to book directly.
I don’t have a family of my own so I’m not as familiar with activities oriented toward kids; I can still do my best to help you, just letting you know it’s not my main expertise.
A few frequently asked questions
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We calculate fees based on scope, complexity, and projected resources, then present a transparent proposal.
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A few terms and conditions
Please note that I do not offer a booking service. I am not acting as a travel agent and I will not make any bookings on your behalf. However, I will provide you with links to all the accommodation, tours, and services I recommend for you to book directly.
I do not provide assistance in researching flights or travel to New Zealand. Nor am I able to provide information about visa requirements or advice on travel insurance.
To secure your booking, full payment is required in advance of our call. Payment can be made with credit card via Stripe.
If you do not show up for the call, there is a fee of 50% of the booking cost, even if you wish to reschedule. If you reschedule more than two hours before the call, there is no additional cost.
I can provide general advice about visas and travel insurance, but I cannot provide legal advice on these topics.
My Itinerary Consultations are designed to help you get the most out of your trip. Recommendations and advice are based on my knowledge and extensive research. I will do everything I can to make sure you have an enjoyable, safe and successful trip – but I will not be held responsible for any unforeseen changes or circumstances that may affect your trip.
All Itinerary Planning Services and related documents are governed by the terms and conditions set out here.