What Can Stop a Year of the Mouse from Happening (Part 2 of 3)
In Part 1 of our blog series on New Zealand’s 2019/2020 Year of the Mouse we covered generally why it happens. This blog post is meant to let anglers know the conditions and actions that are being taken to reduce rodent populations in New Zealand… and thus decrease the potential for a “mouse plague” for the trout […]
Frequent Question: When is the best time to fish for Brown Trout in New Zealand?
New Zealand is famous for its trout fishing, and most certainly for its Browns! As one of the best places in the world to sight cast to these elusive fish, we thought it helpful to share our thoughts on why anglers should consider a visit outside the height of the Summer months. And while we […]
What is Year of the Mouse? (Part 1 of 3)
Answer: To get to the other side. Answer: To get to the other side of course! Answer: See Question 2. Eat. Repeat. Eat and repeat… until said fish is very full. This year we have fielded questions from anglers regarding New Zealand’s famous Year of the Mouse. People want to know what we are hearing […]
Fishing By Numbers at Owen River Lodge
A really nice recent article recognized our friends at Owen River Lodge in last weekend’s Australian newspaper. The author is a well known TV producer who stayed at the lodge and then was kind enough to provide thoughts. Click Here to read the article. Enjoy, and don’t hesitate to reach out to one of our experts to […]
Thoughts on What Time of Year to Fish New Zealand
A question that we are often asked when helping to plan an itinerary to New Zealand for anglers is with regard to the best time to visit. New clients will often note that New Zealand has been on their “bucket list” and this is the “trip of a lifetime.” Understandably, they want to make sure […]
Use of USA-issued Disabled Parking Placard in New Zealand
Since 1997 the USA, Australia, Canada and New Zealand have granted parking concessions to nationals with disabilities, belonging to the ECMT- European Conf. of Ministers of Transport, as they would to their own citizens. These concessions usually allowed special parking in areas reserved for people with disabilities, or allowed longer parking periods or exemptions from […]
Kia Ora Magazine – Feb 2019
We were pleased to see Kia Ora magazine’s recent write up on the West Coast of New Zealand. For many years we have professed the rugged beauty of this coast and its unique ecosystem. Feedback from clients has always been positive because this small piece of New Zealand is so different from what they see […]
Examining the Reality Behind the World Record Trout Catch in New Zealand
The New Zealand Herald recently reported that a world-record 25kg (55 lbs) trout was “believed to have been caught in a South Island hydro canal – but the lucky fisherman is lying low.” In an interview with the newspaper a Fish and Game field officer refers to the size of the fish in the area […]
TSA Wait Times Due to the Partial Government Shutdown
Under “normal” wait-time conditions airlines recommend travelers with economy tickets arrive and check-in at least 2 hours ahead of their international flight. Due to the ongoing partial government shutdown one should expect extended wait times. Reduced TSA staff will potentially mean longer security lines at the airport. We thus recommend allowing for an additional hour […]
Happy New Year 2019!
The Best of New Zealand would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year and all the best in 2019! For close to 30 years we have worked to bring the best fly fishing and travel itineraries to clients- part of that success is a great partnership with Air New Zealand. And while we were […]