I am in a despute with a friend about the cost of traveling to New Zealand. Can you do one month with $1,000?

Melissa B

I want to travel on a budget, but I still like to have some luxury. Is the dollar tiple and is it realitively cheap?

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I live in NZ and our cash income is quite low, but we live well. If you avoid tourist traps like Rotorua, Queenstown and the ski places, you'll save a lot of money and you won't miss much. Some of our most interesting places you hardly ever read about in the tourist brochures. Like the Southern Scenic Route; the coastal route from Dunedin to Te Anau. The lesser-known walking tracks like the Whangapeka track, the Heaphy track and Stewart Island's walking tracks. But buy your supplies before arriving on Stewart Island; the local shops are expensive. Compared with most developed countries, NZ is a cheap place to live, provided you do your homework first and avoid ripoff places. Yes, you could have a good time here for $1000 for a month. Stay in backpackers, avoid the scenic rail trips, hitch hike, travel by bus or see if any rental cars need returning to other centres.

Can I get a Holden Ute in America?

tx2scoop

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If you have the money you can get anything!!!!!

I just had a look at the pontiac website and the G8 is a rebadged Holden VE Commodore with different front styling.

here is a body of text taken directly from the holden australia website...

Today, left- and right-hand drive variants of the Commodore, Statesman, Caprice and Ute are exported to every continent except Antarctica.

Holden's largest vehicle export market is the Middle East, where the Chevrolet Lumina (Commodore) sedans and long wheelbase V8-powered Chevrolet Caprice sedans (based on Statesman/Caprice) are the region's top selling GM models.

The WM Chevrolet Caprice won BEST LUXURY CAR at the Middle East 'Car of the year' awards in 2006.

Commodore is exported to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Syria, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, South Africa, New Zealand, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Fiji, Brunei and Brazil. (View Image) The Caprice and Statesman are exported to Middle East regions and New Zealand.

The Holden Ute is exported to South Africa and New Zealand. In 2004, Holden Special Vehicles, in conjunction with Holden, commenced its first export vehicle program to the United Kingdom (HSV Coupe), and the full HSV range is exported to New Zealand...

So in the short term the answer would be 'no it's not available in the usa'

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What's the diff between an Infiniti G35 vs G35x? & Accord EX vs EXL?

lester

I'm getting confused. What's the difference? Are they basically the same or does one offer better features than the other?
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The Infiniti G35 is a entry-level luxury car/mid-size car produced by Nissan's Infiniti division. It is known as the Nissan Skyline 350GT in Japan and is available in sedan and coupe forms.

The G35x, has the advantage of all-wheel drive, but it also has that feature's disadvantage: an additional 308 pounds of response-robbing weight.

The USDM Accord was given a new level of refinement with chrome interior accents and higher grade materials. The lineup still included the seemingly de-facto DX, LX, EX, LX-V6 and EX-V6. Mechanically, the 4-cylinder engine was the new K-series, and the 6-cylinder was the same J-series V6 as the sixth generation's, but revisions to the intake and exhaust contributed to a 40 hp (30 kW) increase. One of these revisions was that the exhaust manifolds became part of the cylinder head casting. A 5-speed automatic transmission was also new for 2003. Now a vastly different car to the worldwide Accord, the North American model grew larger still, gaining more interior room and weight than its international counterpart. Honda sold the North American Accord in a few other markets including Asian (now made in Thailand), Middle Eastern, Caribbean, Australian and New Zealand markets with mixed results. For the first time, Honda offered an "enthusiast" version of the Accord in the US, adding a sports suspension and mating the 6-speed manual transmission from the Acura CL to the V6 Honda Accord Coupe. A specific 4-cylinder model is the first production car in the world to meet California's Super Ultra Low Emission standards. The 2003 model year also debuted Honda's GPS assisted Navigation system as an option for the Accord. Prior to 2003, it was only available on the higher end Acura line as well as the Honda Odyssey. The first 2003 Honda Accord rolled off the Marysville, OH assembly line on September 26, 2002.
US-spec Accord LX coupe
US-spec Accord LX coupe

In 2004 Honda announced that they would release a hybrid version of the USDM Accord called the Honda Accord Hybrid featuring Honda's IMA technology. In 2004 Honda also first offered XM Satellite Radio as a factory installed option.

For 2005, the Accord received minor updates such as revised taillights (all red) and new wheel designs. The Accord became Canada's top-selling mid-size car, and this was the first model year of the Accord Hybrid.

For its 2006 model year, the Accord received several new improvements. This was motivated on the Accord's 30th anniversary. Some enthusiasts argue that the 2006 model year should be called generation 7.5,[citation needed] and the Accord gives it reminiscence to its competitors for 2006 (e.g. Chevrolet Impala and Hyundai Sonata). The exterior was revised with new rear end styling (most noticeably for the sedan), LED taillights, daytime running lights (DRLs) and heated side mirrors for US EX models.

What would you think of the USA switching which side of the road it drives on?

Twindle

i want to know what all you people out there think about this as Samoa just recently showed that it's possible to get it done successful so why not the USA right i mean it's safe to drive on the left side of the road and it would allow the development of imported cars and help out the carrabein islands that drive on the left and we even have the US virgin islands also drives on the left so why don't we? and i know some will say because Mexico and Canada but if we switch then they would most diffidently switch with us considering that a large group of are imported cars come from there and if they are RHD vehicles why not just make the roads switch there? also a lot of are car companies like Honda and Hyundai and Toyota build a lot of there cars in japan and japan drives on the left and have RHD vehicles. so i would like to know your answers just not anything rude mean or saying your gay or your retarded please thanks.

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I have been to the Bahamas in the Caribbean, for two weeks. All cars are left hand drive, though you are driving on the left side of the road instead of on the right as would normally be. It was difficult to adjust to for the first couple of days, always telling my self to keep to the left. After a 2 days I got the hang of it.

There a very few roads in the Bahamas, cars are a luxury.
Driving to one side of the Island and the other takes a short time, and not many people there have cars. There are mostly boats, since the island is surrounded by water.
It would be difficult if not impossible in large cities like NYC to suddenly change the direction on which to drive.

Majority of countries in the world have vehicles with the steering wheel on the left. It could also be that most people are right handed.

Someone that is right handed may find switching to right hand drive a problem. Those who are left handed may find it easy. I am right handed and have no trouble to drive right hand drive with manual transmission.

If the roads where changed to the left side instead of on the right, then driving a vehicle with right hand drive would be easier. Everything is the same as left hand drive, except the turn signal is on the right side and the wipers are on the left side of the steering column.

Here in Canada there are people who import cars from New Zealand, Japan, etc...
The vehicle has to be at least 15 years old and go through a B.C. Inspection. Import and duty fees are high. Insurance is higher as well.
A vehicle made in Japan will not have parts available in U.S. Need to import parts from Japan which cost a fortune. Even if the car looks the same, the engine may be different, as well as steering linkage, brakes, etc...

Vehicle Manufacturers like Honda and Toyota do build cars in Japan since they are a Japan based company. For the U.S. there are factories in the States that built there cars, built to U.S. regulations, such as larger bumpers, different headlights and so on.

There are some vehicles in Japan that have left hand drive. All European cars have left hand drive, except ones in England. If you were to see a Ferrari, BMW, Mercedes, etc... in Japan, they are made in Europe and sent to Japan. It's alot cheaper than converting it to right hand drive.

Every country is different and has there own rules and regulations.
There is no changing that.

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I am in a despute with a friend about the cost of traveling to New Zealand. Can you do one month with $1,000?

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Melissa B

I want to travel on a budget, but I still like to have some luxury. Is the dollar tiple and is it realitively cheap?

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I live in NZ and our cash income is quite low, but we live well. If you avoid tourist traps like Rotorua, Queenstown and the ski places, you'll save a lot of money and you won't miss much. Some of our most interesting places you hardly ever read about in the tourist brochures. Like the Southern Scenic Route; the coastal route from Dunedin to Te Anau. The lesser-known walking tracks like the Whangapeka track, the Heaphy track and Stewart Island's walking tracks. But buy your supplies before arriving on Stewart Island; the local shops are expensive. Compared with most developed countries, NZ is a cheap place to live, provided you do your homework first and avoid ripoff places. Yes, you could have a good time here for $1000 for a month. Stay in backpackers, avoid the scenic rail trips, hitch hike, travel by bus or see if any rental cars need returning to other centres.

What's it like to live in New Zealand?

MUSASHI

I'm thinking about taking a vacation there. Is it expensive or cheaper compared to that of the US. I even hear some friends talking about moving there to work and live. Can anyone share some insight, please?

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If you can get a cheapish airfare, you will find it a relatively cheap place to holiday as the US dollar is relatively strong. There are a wide range of options in terms of getting around (bus, rental car, camper van, guided tours etc.) and accommodation - really high end luxury hotels and camping grounds with cabins and shared kitchens so you can do your own cooking - and everything in between.
In terms of living here - I moved here from the US 12 years ago, and go home regularly. Rent and house prices are probably lower, cars and gas are more expensive. Food probably is about the same (some higher, some lower) Health care and education (tertiary) are cheaper. Clothes and shoes are more. Appliances, electronics and furniture are more. Unless you are going to the islands or Australia, it costs a lot to get anywhere.
In terms of moving here to work and live -
If you've got 10 million dollars to invest, you'll be welcomed with open arms. Otherwise, you'll need to meet the requirements in terms of education and skills, money to resettle and language etc.
It is wonderful lifestyle and a great place to raise a family. I have no desire to move back to the US.
You should definitely come for a holiday - have at least 3 weeks, pick one island (I'd say the South Island for sure) and rent a car so you have flexibility.

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What is the highest land point on the world?

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juan70ahr

MEASURED FROM THE CENTER OF THE EARTH.
1) What is it called and where is it?
2) What is the "altitude"?
3) How much higher is it than Mt. Everest?
4) Does that higher altitude have any physics significance?

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Mount Everest

It is one of the seven wonders of the natural world. Not surprisingly the highest point on the earth's surface is located there on the border of Nepal and China. Although the exact height of the mountain have been disputed by surveyors for many years the most recent measurement revealed the mountain to stand at 8850 meters, nearly 5.5 miles. The adventure that led to this result took place in May 1999. Bill Crouse and his crew set an expedition to find the height of this point. Six months later they returned and claimed to have found the exact measurement of the highest point on earth's surface.
Mount Everest is the highest peak in the Himalayan mountain range. People were unaware that it was the tallest mountain in the world until 1856. George Everest of India made the discovery. Plate tectonics show that the height of Everest is still increasing at a steady rate of approximately one centimeter (0.394 inch) per year.

Mount Everest is over 8000 m above sea level. Winds travel at 161 kilometers per hour; the windchill is often 96 degrees Celsius below zero. At such high altitudes as Everest, less oxygen is able to enter the lungs, making it difficult to breathe. The amount of oxygen usable for breathing is determined by pressure in the atmosphere. The greater the atmospheric pressure the closer the oxygen molecules. At high altitudes, atmospheric pressure decreases, and air molecules are further separated. Therefore there is less oxygen that is able to enter the lungs.

Though most people have recognized the highest point at Mount Everest, Mount Chimborazo located in the city of Rimobamba, Ecuador may also be considered as the highest point on earth. Although it is not as well known as Mount Everest, standing at 6310 meters it is also quite remarkable. Mount Chimborazo can be regarded as the highest point on earth because the planet is widest at the equator. The summit of Mount Chimborazo is then 3219 m further from the center of the earth than Mount Everest, making it what some consider the highest point. On the summit of Mount Chimborazo people will weigh less than any other location on earth.

As the highest point on the earth's surface, Everest has become the ultimate challenge for any determined high altitude climber. A group led by George Mallory first attempted it in 1921, however the summit was not reached until 1953 when Sir Edmand Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay of New Zealand survived the challenging task. Edward Whymper of Britain was the first man to successfully reach the summit of Mount Chimborazo in 1880.

One of the highest places you can take your car is to Ojos del Salado in Chile. This is the world's tallest volcano at about 22,560 feet. If you live in the U.S. and want some place closer to home, try Colorado. It's many tall moutain peaks make for good high altitude driving.

"And then thereâs the Volkswagen exec, who stands up and announces that his company now holds the world record for highest altitude attained by a stock vehicle. Rainer Zietlow, some guy who claims heâs attained fame by taking stock vehicles to extremely high altitudes, piloted a stock Toureg with the base 3.2L V6 to the peak of Chiles Ojos del Salado, the worlds tallest volcano. Guiness marks the record altitude at 19,950 feet. Perhaps VW should tag its Toureg with the title of âBest Luxury SUV above sea-levelâ."

The other claim to the highest road (therefore the highest place accesible by car) on Earth is the Manali-Leh route (300 miles) just north of Lahore in the Indian Himalayan mountains.

It crosses four high passes which range in height from 14,000 to 18,000 feet.

At Leh, the Khardung La, claims to be the highest point.

The link below is to a very old army map showing some of the route.
http://www.myhimalayas.com

How do you survive in the woods when you are homeless?

Q. Okay so my husband and I might be going homeless by this Tuesday. We have a place to stay which is private property, the woods. All we have is a tent, blow up mattress, a van , pillows, sheets, blankets, clothes, and some food. But that food will obviously run out soon. So what is there really to eat at the woods?

By the way, my husband has been looking and applying for jobs for a long time and still has not gotten hired anywhere. He applied at supermarkets, construction, janitor, etc, but nothing. So the woods might be our next destination.

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That's terrible, you should gets your passports, work visas and sell or borrow whatever you can and get a couple of plane tickets to Australia. There are millions of vacant jobs here and not enough people to fill them, the wages are over three times more than in the US. Believe it, it's not going to any better soon, it's best to get the hell out, while you can. Than living in the woods, bush or whatever, eating squirrels and worms.

I got my sister, husband and kids out of the US, and as soon as they got off the plane in Australia they both got full time jobs, on there first interviews, and love it here so do there kids. There are want adds on windows every where you look, and the newspapers are full of jobs. The US dollar is only worth 90 cents here and it's going down everyday.

By winter it will only be worth 70 cents in Australia, and all hell is going to break loose when all the summer jobs finish. There are a lot of us expats who work and live in Australia, you can't no longer live in the states, our country is bankrupt and it has been for a few years. They can't keep printing money or borrow from China anymore.

If you got a fridge, car or whatever sell it to get the hell out. A lot of US Americans are getting out and going to Canada, New Zealand or UK but there aren't many jobs there nor are the wages as high nor is the dollar is strong as it is here. You'd be very surprised on how many US American actors, singers, business's, company's etc are moving here before the crap hits the fan and end up in a tent next to you and your husband if you don't get out.

The weather here is like in California and Sydney is a sister city to NY, it dose cost as much to live Sydney as in NY. But the wages are a lot more and no religious people here, so everything here is open 24/7. Everyone speaks English and this country is as big as the US only with just 22 million people so it's really laid back and friendly nobody here lives in tents, trailers, cars or gets paid in tips it's all wages. You don't get homesick either TV, the stores and everything is the same. There opening Costco's, Lowe's, Ben and Jerry's everything here and need staff. There is no problem of getting a job here in anything you want to do. All industry's here are booming, there is no recession here and never has been. The wages are so unreal, women get paid the same rate as men it's all equal opportunity employment and your job is protected by laws. I'm talking high five to six figures, even minimum wage you take home around $800 a week after tax.

You can rent a furnished room for $150 with free utility's a week, with a swimming pool in the back yard till you get cash together to get an apartment or house. Milk is $2 a gallon and bread is a $1 a loaf and there are heaps of free bee places to eat. Nobody here ever goes hungry or ever lives in appalling conditions. The Australian government even sends luxury liners to the Pacific Islands to get workers. If you can speak English and have school or trade certificates get yourselves here even if you have to swim. Don't fall in the homeless trap your walking into. http://yanksdownunder.net/index/
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A lot of us living and working in Australia know how financially bad it is there, with the high wages we earn here, we can send money home to help out family to pay bills or get them out.

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