Travelling solo for the first time, unsure about how to play it.
I am 18 and will be travelling in NZ in may/june 2010 on my own. I am thinking of using the kiwi ex to get around but have read some bad reviews, so am now a bit unsure. I read that it is a rip off in terms of the hostels chosen or recommended by the guides, and that its basically just a shagfest. I'm not believing everything I read but wondered if anyone could shed some light on these rumours? Any experiences, good or bad, would be great. Thanks!
Reply to this Hi Rhian,
Welcome to TravelBlog.
Do you mean May/June
2011? I've used Bottom Bus which is affiliated with Kiwi Ex, and found them really good.
The drivers usually booked a night's accomodation in case I didn't already have a reservation - but said it was no problem if I didn't want to stay there.
Check and see if you can use the bus service, but arrange your own accomodation etc.
Reply to this yeah did mean 2011 sorry! oh ok thanks. I don't suppose you have any experience of Oz experience or Greyhound buses do you? I am really torn between those two as well!
Reply to this Yeah i've read that one, it made me even more confused! Thanks for your help.
Reply to this Have you decided which areas you'll be going to?
Some of the other bus networks like
Naked Bus and
Intercity have $1 fares if you book far enough in advance.
Reply to this 
