• New Zealand beckons! Don't forget your passport (valid for 6 months after return).

• Apply for your electronic visa two weeks before departure at immigration.goft.nz.

• For more information diplomatie.belgium.be.

• Travel circumstances are unique to everyone. Your health is probably different from mine. That's why it's best to discuss your trip with your doctor six months before departure.

• Packing for New Zealand? Don't stress! My packing tips (from local Kiwis!) make it easy. And if you forget something, don't worry: everything is for sale in New Zealand.

• Plugs don't fit in New Zealand, but adapters do! And extra batteries are essential for all those photos of breathtaking landscapes!

• New Zealand sun: fierce! Bring plenty of sunscreen, sunglasses ("sunny") and a cap (a hat is less practical for walking).

Be prepared so you can enjoy your trip without any worries!