Travel

Travel Note

NZeTA & IVL applications

A New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority and an International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy is required for travel. Allow 72hrs for your NZeTA request to be processed. To apply you will need a valid passport that you will use to travel to New Zealand, a credit card or debit card (Visa or Mastercard), an email address, and a photo of your face, or a device that can take one. Photos must meet all requirements. You must also pay an IVL, which funds tourism infrastructure and helps protect the natural environment. You pay the IVL at the same time as you request your NZeTA.

Flight

Hamilton International Airport

When booking flights, please keep in mind that New Zealand is 19hrs ahead of the US & takes 20+hrs to fly to. For example, if you book a flight to depart on October 8th in the US, you will arrive in New Zealand October 10th or later due to crossing an international date line.

Travel Note

Airport Transfers

Guests are responsible for transfers from the airport to their hotel as well as departing transfers. Lyft and Uber are available services to use as well as local taxis. We recommend comparing options to find the best choice for you and your family.

Hotel

The Clements Hotel

Formerly known as the Masonic Hotel and built in 1911, this building has been recently restored and renovated, being transformed into a 5-star boutique hotel. Steeped in history, this property is iconic from the plush basement bar with a prohibition era vibe to the in house restaurant serving contemporary cuisine, inspired by the local Cambridge food scene. Original features within the hotel include a magnificent sweeping staircase, stunning stained glass windows, parquet flooring, high ceilings, and luxurious furnishings creating a refined and relaxed atmosphere. The Clements Hotel promises to be the perfect backdrop for an indulgent and elegant break in the charming and popular town of Cambridge.

Hotel

Hidden Lake Hotel & Apartments

Newly opened in 2018, Lakewood placed boutique shops, restaurants and entertainment right next door to the hotel. A number of local dining venues offer a chargeback facility. Guests can enjoy use of the new Snap Fitness Centre and village WiFi. There’s a playground for families and the hub is a popular meeting spot for locals and visitors to the area. Lakewood and the Hidden Lake Hotel are located in the heart of Cambridge, close to CBD shops, coffee houses and dining.

Shuttle

Round Trip Shuttle

October 13, 2028 2:00 pm

A shuttle bus will be provided for guests to and from the venue. The shuttle will pick up guest at (TBD) at 2pm sharp and take guests to The Shire's Rest Cafe to attend the wedding. If you happen to miss the shuttle, alternate transportation will not be able to be provided. Once the wedding has come to an end, guests will be picked up at 11:30pm for a return trip. If you wish to leave the festivities early, you must provide your own form of transportation.

Shuttle

Shuttle from The Shire's Rest to Hobbiton

October 13, 2028 3:00 pm

A separate shuttle bus will be provided for guests at The Shire’s Rest Cafe to the movie set venue. Private vehicles are not permitted on the property. The shuttle will depart at a scheduled time. If you miss the shuttle bus, alternative transportation is not guaranteed.

Travel Note

Transportation around the North Island

If you are planning an extended stay, there are several options for daily transportation, however a rental may be best. Other options include: taxi, public bus, private coaches, Uber, Lyft.