Last-minute major setbacks. No one wants to deal with those, especially not when you're (literally) about to board a plane to start your new life in New Zealand. 

This week's NZ Ahead podcast guest is swapping the USA for New Zealand.

Andrew, a valued member of our private NZ Ahead community, is a Master's student at the University of Waikato in Hamilton. Andrew moved to NZ in February 2023 with his wife, Stacy and their two children. But as you are about to hear, not everything was smooth sailing...

If you are moving to New Zealand and would like a huge dose of love and inspiration, then join Andrew and Liz in this fabulous episode! 

To connect with Andrew, Liz, Brian (& many other like-minded adventurers), you can join our private NZ Ahead Community.

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:

Sign up HERE, and we will send you my FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5-Part Video Series! 

At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.

SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package

💰Need to transfer money internationally? We have teamed up with TorFX, a foreign exchange service which offers considered, personal, FREE advice and guidance for individual clients and businesses anywhere in the world. If you want a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market where trust and transparency count, these guys are fabulous. Proffessional, personal and willing to go that extra mile. Click here for the best rates: https://itsadrama.com/torfx

🛑  We are unable to give immigration advice. ​The company we recommend to help you with this is NZ Shores.

​Click the link below to take the FREE eligibility test and see if New Zealand is for you.

https://bit.ly/ytiadea

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This week's NZ Ahead podcast guest is swapping England for New Zealand. Not only that, but she's doing it with four kids, two of whom are teenagers and...she is leaving her eldest child back home.

Tanya left Devon in the UK and is now living in the South Island with her husband, Ed and their four children. This is their story.

If you are moving to New Zealand and would like a huge dose of love and inspiration, then join Tanya and Liz in this fabulous episode! Tanya is a teacher. This is her story...

To connect with Tanya, Liz, Brian (& many other like-minded adventurers), you can become a member of our private NZ Ahead Community.

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:

Sign up HERE, and we will send you my FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5-Part Video Series! 

At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.

SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package

💰Need to transfer money internationally? We have teamed up with TorFX a foreign exchange service which offers considered, personal, FREE advice and guidance for individual clients and businesses anywhere in the world. If you want a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market where trust and transparency count then these guys are fabulous. Proffessional, personal and willing to go that extra mile. Click here for the best rates: https://itsadrama.com/torfx

🛑  We are unable to give immigration advice. ​The company we recommend to help you with this is NZ Shores.

​Click the link below to take the FREE eligibility test and see if New Zealand is for you.

https://bit.ly/ytiadea

Moving to New Zealand? Here's More FREE Content For You!

Being a teacher in New Zealand. Life at School.

Moving to New Zealand from the USA. The Truth About The First Six Months.

Taranaki. Why We Consider It One Of The BEST Places In NZ To Live.

WARNING!! Do Not Say This in New Zealand!!

Canada or New Zealand? Why We Chose New Zealand

Life in New Zealand Compared to the UK. From a Kiwi Who's Tried Both

Leaving America to live in New Zealand

7 Things That Scared us About Moving To New Zealand

Living in New Zealand. Why 30% Of Immigrants Go Back Home

Moving to New Zealand. The How's, the Whys and the Hoops.

Moving to New Zealand. 5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid Making

Americans in New Zealand. Will They Ever Feel at Home?

Is New Zealand NEGLECTING These Essential Life Skills?

Lions and Tigers and Bears Oh My...Scary Things in New Zealand

7 Weird Things About New Zealand

You Know You're in New Zealand When...

Where To Live in New Zealand? North or South Island?

Christmas Down Under? Wonderful or Weird?

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:
Sign up HERE, and we will send you the FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5-Part Video Series! 
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.

SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package 
https://nzahead.com/free/

Kia ora! Luckily, one of the best things about New Zealand is the people have a flippin' good sense of humour.

Which is just as well.

Because some of these common misconceptions about what life is like in New Zealand are quite frankly hilarious.

Enjoy!

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:
Sign up HERE, and we will send you the FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5-Part Video Series! 
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.

SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package 
https://nzahead.com/free/

💰If you need to transfer money internationally, TorFX are the people we trust. Click here for the best rates: https://nzahead.com/torfx

We are unable to give immigration advice. ​The company we recommend to help you with this is NZ Shores. ​Click the link below to take the FREE eligibility test and see if New Zealand is for you. https://bit.ly/ytiadea 

Moving with Pets to New Zealand? Don't hesitate to reach out to Starwood Pet Travel. Mention NZ Ahead Podcast, and you'll get extra, extra special love!!

➡ 🏡 We LOVE Housesitting in New Zealand. Want to Try it, too? 
If you have been following us for a while, then you will know that we travel extensively and we LOVE housesitting. We are constantly asked how we do this and if we can share the website that we used. So here it is:

The initial 'looking part' is free. You can Google all of the beautiful houses around New Zealand that are waiting for YOU to look after them. Take a sneak peek here at TrustedHousesitters! https://itsadrama.com/trusted-nz  (As I say, looking is completely free, so gander to your heart's content).
Then, if you are serious about using TrustedHousesitters as a tool to travel around NZ (or the world as we do), you can use my exclusive discount code to save yourself 25% by Clicking here.. https://itsadrama.com/trusted-accounts

Still not sure about paying for a TrustedHousesitting membership? Remember that the cost of a yearly membership (approx $80 using the discount code above) will be paid back (and more) on the first housesitting night. It really is that simple!

In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the world of heating options for Kiwi homes. From the colder older rental homes to the cutting-edge choices for new houses, we're covering it all!

Here's a sneak peek of what's on the table:

Unravelling the Mysteries of Heat Pumps: We're kicking things off with a deep dive into what exactly a Heat Pump is and why it's become the go-to heating for Kiwi homes.

Ducted Heating: 

Radiator Heating:

Wood Fires: (Traditional Kiwi heating)

 Gas Heating: 

Central Heat Pump Heating (Ducted and Underfloor)

Unmasking HRV Systems

Plus! A Special Nod to Clothes Dryers: 

We hope you enjoy this Podcast as we uncover the world of home heating in New Zealand. 

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:
Sign up HERE, and we will send you the FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5-Part Video Series! 
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.

SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package 
https://nzahead.com/free/

💰Once again, if you need to transfer money internationally, TorFX are the people we trust. Click here for the best rates: https://nzahead.com/torfx

In this week's show, Liz and Brian chat with Ashlee and Stu, our go-to Forex advisors from TorFX. 

Find out why it is best to use a Forex company to transfer money to New Zealand from your country and not a regular bank to save hundreds (if not thousands) of dollars on your transfer with preferential rates. Stu and Ashlee are such a wonderful example of what a Forex company SHOULD be like. They are transparent, kind and offer a tremendous service. We know you are going to love them too!

To access this FREE service with these great rates then, click this link to TorFX:  https://nzahead.com/torfx

Please note we are proud affiliates of TorFX. This means we will be paid a commission (at no cost to you) if you choose to use their services through our link. Please also note that we would never recommend a company unless we like, use and trust them.  

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:
Sign up HERE, and we will send you the FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5-Part Video Series! 
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.

SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package 
https://nzahead.com/free/

💰Once again, if you need to transfer money internationally, TorFX are the people we trust. Click here for the best rates: https://nzahead.com/torfx

In this week's show, Liz chats with Prudence, our go-to health recruitment advisor.  Find out why healthcare workers use this free service and how to start the process from CV to job offer

To access this FREE service which will help you decide if you have the necessary requirements to move forward with your dream of living in New Zealand, then contact Prudence from Accent Health directly, and don't forget to mention that you listened to the NZ AHEAD Podcast! 

Prudence's email: [email protected] or visit https://www.accent.net.nz/ 

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:
Sign up HERE  and we will send you the FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5-Part Video Series! 
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.

SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package 
https://nzahead.com/free/

💰Need to transfer money internationally? Know that every cent counts!! We have teamed up with TorFX, a foreign exchange service that offers considered, personal FREE advice and guidance for individual clients and businesses anywhere in the world who want a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market.

We all know that trust and transparency as well as an excellent track record count, and this is one company we can happily say offers that! Click here for the best rates: https://itsadrama.com/torfx

🟩 looking for the BEST Travel Insurance? There is only one company that we use (and only ever use when we travel), and that is World Nomads. Over the years, we've made three claims (sorry, guys), and each time the service has been superb. Click the link below! ⬇️ https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100245874-15371527  

Emergency Bonus Epiisode! In this week's show, Liz & Brian chat with Charlotte from New Zealand Shores, our go-to immigration advisors regarding Immigration New Zealand's announcement for the reshaping of the Skilled Migrant Category with this new policy due to take effect in October 2023

To access the FREE assessment quiz which will help you decide if you have the necessary requirements to move forward with your dream of living in New Zealand, contact Charlotte directly, and don't forget to mention that you listened to the NZ AHEAD Podcast! 

Charlotte's email: [email protected]

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:
Sign up HERE  and we will send you the FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5-Part Video Series! 
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.
SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package 
https://nzahead.com/free/

Are you moving with Pets to New Zealand?
Then if you are, don't hesitate to reach out to Starwood Pet Travel.

Mention NZ Ahead Podcast, and you'll get extra, extra special love!! https://itsadrama.com/starwood-pet-travel

💰Need to transfer money internationally? Know that every cent counts!! We have teamed up with TorFX, a foreign exchange service that offers considered, personal FREE advice and guidance for individual clients and businesses anywhere in the world who want a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market. We all know that trust and transparency as well as an excellent track record count and this is one company we can happily say offers that! Click here for the best rates: https://itsadrama.com/torfx

🟩 looking for the BEST Travel Insurance? There is only one company that we use (and only ever use when we travel), and that is World Nomads. Over the years, we've made three claims (sorry, guys), and each time the service has been superb. Click the link below! ⬇️ https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100245874-15371527 

In this week's show, Liz chats with Charlotte from New Zealand Shores, our go-to immigration advisors.  Find out why people do (and don't) use immigration advisors, what to do if you have a criminal record or health problems and much, much more!

To access the FREE assessment quiz which will help you decide if you have the necessary requirements to move forward with your dream of living in New Zealand, contact Charlotte directly, and don't forget to mention that you listened to the NZ AHEAD Podcast! 

Charlotte's email: [email protected]

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:
Sign up HERE  and we will send you the FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. A 5-Part Video Series! 
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.
SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package 
https://nzahead.com/free/

Are you moving with Pets to New Zealand?
Then if you are, don't hesitate to reach out to Starwood Pet Travel.

Mention NZ Ahead Podcast, and you'll get extra, extra special love!! https://itsadrama.com/starwood-pet-travel

💰Need to transfer money internationally? Know that every cent counts!! We have teamed up with TorFX, a foreign exchange service that offers considered, personal FREE advice and guidance for individual clients and businesses anywhere in the world who want a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market. We all know that trust and transparency as well as an excellent track record count and this is one company we can happily say offers that! Click here for the best rates: https://itsadrama.com/torfx

🟩 looking for the BEST Travel Insurance? There is only one company that we use (and only ever use when we travel), and that is World Nomads. Over the years, we've made three claims (sorry, guys), and each time the service has been superb. Click the link below! ⬇️ https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100245874-15371527 

In this week's show Liz chats with Adam. Adam moved from the USA to New Zealand with his family in 2022. Because he is a type 1 diabetic, Adam was particularly concerned with how the NZ healthcare system and how it would compare to the US. Would he be able to get his medications? How much would they cost? Would the procedure be simple? What about the cost/care/dental for kids in New Zealand?

If you have burning questions about the NZ healthcare system then you will LOVE this episode. As always, we bring you information straight from the front line, so sit back and enjoy listening to Adama's valuable information.

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:
Sign up HERE https://nzahead.com/free/, and we will send you the FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. https://nzahead.com/free/  A 5-Part Video Series! 
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.
SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package
 
If you are a healthcare worker looking for a job in New Zealand, then reach out to Prudence and her team at https://www.accent.net.nz/contact-us/ for the BEST FREE service! And don't forget to mention us at NZ Ahead when you contact Accent Health :)
 
Are you moving with Pets to New Zealand?
Then if you are, don't hesitate to reach out to Starwood Pet Travel . Mention NZ Ahead Podcast, and you'll get extra, extra special love!! 

We cannot give immigration advice but we have a company that we love and trust: New Zealand Shores. Take their moving to New Zealand eligibility test (it is free) and go from there. They are very approachable and super friendly!
 
https://www.newzealandshores.com/new-zealand-visa-eligibility-assessment/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=itsadrama
 

💰Need to transfer money internationally:- We have teamed up with TorFX who are the only foreign exchange service that offers considered, personal FREE advice and guidance for individual clients and businesses anywhere in the world who want a money-saving currency solution in a volatile market where trust and transparency count. Click here for the best rates:  https://itsadrama.com/torfx

🟩 looking for the BEST Travel Insurance? There is only one company that we use (and only ever use when we travel), and that is World Nomads. Over the years, we've made three claims (sorry, guys), and each time the service has been superb. Click the link below! ⬇️ https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100245874-15371527 

This week's wonderful NZ Ahead podcast guest is swapping America for New Zealand. Not only that, but she's doing it ALONE... Not only that but she is doing it at a stage in her life when most others would be thinking of slowing down and taking things easy.

If you are moving to New Zealand and would like a huge dose of love and inspiration, then join Ginger and Liz in this fabulous episode! And if you reaching a stage in your life where you may feel as though the NZ dream boat has sailed, then think again!!
This is Ginger’s story...
To connect with Ginger, Liz, Brian (& many other like-minded adventurers) why not become a member of our private NZ Ahead Community?

If you are considering Moving To New Zealand and are desperate to know what life in New Zealand is (really) like, then:
Sign up HERE https://nzahead.com/free/ , and we will send you the FREE Moving to and Living in New Zealand Guide. https://nzahead.com/free/  A 5-Part Video Series! 
At the end of the series, you will be offered details of how to become a member of our inspiring and growing private NZ Ahead community.
SIGN UP NOW to find out more about our private NZ AHEAD Membership Package
 
Ginger found her job in New Zealand by using ACCENT HEALTH RECRUITMENT. If you are a healthcare worker looking for a job in New Zealand, then reach out to Prudence and her team at https://www.accent.net.nz/contact-us/ for the BEST FREE service! And don't forget to mention us at NZ Ahead when you contact Accent Health :)
 
Are you moving with Pets to New Zealand?
Then if you are, don't hesitate to reach out to Starwood Pet Travel . Mention NZ Ahead Podcast, and you'll get extra, extra special love!! 

We cannot give immigration advice but we have a company that we love and trust: New Zealand Shores. Take their moving to New Zealand eligibility test (it is free) and go from there. They are very approachable and super friendly!
 
https://www.newzealandshores.com/new-zealand-visa-eligibility-assessment/?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=itsadrama
 

💰Need to transfer money internationally:- We have teamed up with TorFX who are the only foreign exchange service who offer considered, personal FREE advice and guidance for individual clients and businesses anywhere in the world who want a money saving currency solution in a volatile market where trust and transparency count. Click here for the best rates: https://itsadrama.com/torfx

➡ 🏡 LWe LOVE Housesitting in New Zealand. Want to Try it too? 
If you have been following us for a while, then you will know that we travelled the World for one year with our kids in 2018 and for six months in 2022 by ourselves. While we were travelling, we did a lot of housesitting. We are constantly asked how we did this and if we can share the website that we used. So here it is:
The initial 'looking part' is free. You can Google all of the beautiful houses around New Zealand that are waiting for YOU to look after them. Take a sneak peek here! https://itsadrama.com/trusted-nz  (As I say, looking is completely free, so gander to your heart's content).
Then, if you are serious about using Housesitting as a tool to travel the world for free (as we do), you can use my exclusive discount code to save yourself 20% by Clicking here.. https://itsadrama.com/trusted-accounts

Still not sure about paying for a Housesitting membership? Remember that the cost of a yearly membership (approx $80 using the discount code above) will be paid back (and more) on the first housesitting night. It really is that simple!

🟩 looking for the BEST Travel Insurance? There is only one company that we use (and only ever use when we travel), and that is World Nomads. Over the years, we've made three claims (sorry, guys), and each time the service has been superb. Click the link below! ⬇️ https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-100245874-15371527