What preparation do I need to do before I go?

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When is the best time to go?

What is on in London, the UK and Europe during the year?

If I was the budgeting type (yes I know I really should be) what sort of dollars am I going to need?

How do I get there?

What can I do and see on the way?

What are my options for accommodation in London?

I'll need a flat - where can I get help with this?

Mum doesn't know what to get me for my birthday - Can you help? Sure, buy online in the UK here.

Sure I am a Kiwi, and proud of my nation and its heritage. How do I pay my respects to the old Diggers on ANZAC day in Gallipoli, Turkey?

Sure I drink beer, how do I get to the Munich Beerfest (Oktoberfest if you will) to drink some out of those funny large glasses?

Sure I run fast (everyone says so), and red wine mixed with orange juice is my fave, how do I get to Running of the Bulls, Pamplona, Spain?

Sure I'm stil undecided about whether a tomato is a fruit or a vegetable. I'd like to help throw 100 tonnes of them with 40 000 other people in Spain to help me decide.

Sure I’d like a wee holiday over New Years, how do I get to the Edinburgh Hogmanay in Scotland?

Who can help me find a job in the UK?

I want to apply for right of abode entry to the UK, how is this different to Working Holidaymaker?
In NZ you can apply through the online application system of the British HIgh Commission, and will then need to forward documents to Wellington. Otherwise you can apply by completing the forms and submitting the necessary documents. Contact us if you need the paperwork.
There is no requirement to demonstrate funds, however we would suggest you take enough to support yourself for a couple of months - "£1500 is usually advisable."

What is the local currency in relation to Kiwi Dollar? Your banks website will have current rates, they are also in the daily newspapers and on the news.

Will my EFTPOS/Credit card work overseas? Yes as long as you have a PIN on it and on the back of the card it has a small logo with Plus, Maestro, Visa Interlink or Cirrus - these symbols mean the card can be used internationally with affiliate banks.

How do I set up a bank account?