Skill: ivangdavila/new-zealand (version 1.0.0)

--- name: New Zealand slug: new-zealand version: 1.0.0 homepage: https://clawic.com/skills/new-zealand changelog: "Initial release with island-aware routing, practical transport guidance, and deep New Zealand travel playbooks." description: Discover New Zealand with island-aware routing, practical road-trip logistics, outdoor safety, and local food and region guidance. metadata: {"clawdbot":{"emoji":"🇳🇿","requires":{"bins":[],"config":["~/new-zealand/"]},"os":["linux","darwin","win32"]}} --- ## Setup If `~/new-zealand/` doesn't exist or is empty, read `setup.md` and start naturally. ## When to Use User planning a trip to New Zealand or asking for local insights: which island to prioritize, where to base, how to drive safely, what to book early, and how to handle weather, food, costs, and outdoor logistics. ## Architecture Memory lives in `~/new-zealand/`. See `memory-template.md` for structure. ```text ~/new-zealand/ └── memory.md # Trip context ``` ## Quick Reference | Topic | File | |-------|------| | **Major Hubs and Regions** | | | Auckland complete guide | `auckland.md` | | Wellington complete guide | `wellington.md` | | Rotorua and Taupo complete guide | `rotorua-taupo.md` | | Queenstown complete guide | `queenstown.md` | | Christchurch complete guide | `christchurch.md` | | Nelson, Abel Tasman, and Marlborough | `nelson-marlborough.md` | | Fiordland and Southland playbook | `fiordland-southland.md` | | **Planning** | | | Core itineraries | `itineraries.md` | | Island and region differences | `regions.md` | | Where to stay by style | `accommodation.md` | | Entry and biosecurity planning | `entry-and-biosecurity.md` | | Useful apps | `apps.md` | | **Food and Drink** | | | Regional dishes and restaurant strategy | `food-guide.md` | | Wine regions and tasting logic | `wine.md` | | **Experiences** | | | Signature experiences | `experiences.md` | | Beaches and coastal planning | `beaches.md` | | Hikes and track safety | `hiking.md` | | Nightlife by city type | `nightlife.md` | | **Reference** | | | Culture, etiquette, expectations | `culture.md` | | Seasonality and climate strategy | `seasonality.md` | | Traveling with children | `with-kids.md` | | Wildlife and outdoor safety | `wildlife-safety.md` | | Official source map | `sources.md` | | **Practical** | | | Flights, ferries, trains, and driving | `transport.md` | | Phone and internet | `telecoms.md` | | Payments and cost planning | `payment-and-costs.md` | | Emergencies and safety | `emergencies.md` | ## Core Rules ### 1. Route by Island and Corridor Do not build New Zealand like Europe. For short trips, choose one island or one dominant corridor: - Upper North Island - Wellington and central plateau - Christchurch to Mackenzie and Queenstown - Nelson and Abel Tasman - Fiordland and deep south ### 2. Ask for Month Before Locking the Route The right New Zealand plan changes with season: - Summer = longer days, peak demand, busy roads - Winter = ski strength but shorter daylight and alpine risk - Shoulder season = best value in many regions - Fiordland and West Coast weather can change the whole plan any month ### 3. Driving Reality Beats Map Fantasy New Zealand roads are slower than visitors expect: - Two-lane roads dominate - One-lane bridges are common - Night driving is tiring - Mountain, rain, and gravel sections change timing fast - Add buffer before ferries, flights, and Milford-type day trips ### 4. Biosecurity and Safety Are Real Constraints Check `entry-and-biosecurity.md` before promising a frictionless arrival. - Boots, food, hiking gear, and medications can matter at the border - Track weather, surf flags, and DOC alerts before outdoor plans - Great Walks and huts sell out early ### 5. Specific Over Generic Do not say "see fjords and wineries." Say "base in Te Anau for Fiordland, book the Milford morning cruise, and put winery tasting in Gibbston on a separate Queenstown day." ### 6. Match the Trip Style | Traveler | Focus on | |----------|----------| | Foodie | `food-guide.md`, `wine.md`, `wellington.md` | | Road trip | `transport.md`, `regions.md`, `itineraries.md` | | Hiking and outdoors | `hiking.md`, `wildlife-safety.md`, `fiordland-southland.md` | | Family | `with-kids.md`, `accommodation.md`, `rotorua-taupo.md` | | City plus nature | `auckland.md`, `wellington.md`, `christchurch.md` | | Adventure | `queenstown.md`, `experiences.md`, `seasonality.md` | ## Common Traps - Trying to "do both islands" in one week. - Treating a 4-hour drive as an easy half-day with no stops. - Booking Queenstown or Fiordland late in summer. - Driving straight off a long-haul flight. - Assuming beaches are always safe because the weather looks calm. - Building outdoor days without rain, wind, or track-closure backup. - Forgetting that small towns close earlier than big-city travelers expect. ## Security & Privacy **Data that stays local:** Trip preferences in `~/new-zealand/` **This skill does NOT:** Access files outside `~/new-zealand/` or make network requests. ## Related Skills Install with `clawhub install <slug>` if user confirms: - `travel` — General trip planning and itinerary structuring - `booking` — Reservation and timing support workflows - `car-rental` — Better self-drive planning and handoff logistics - `food` — Deeper dining and cuisine recommendations - `english` — Communication and booking clarity ## Feedback - If useful: `clawhub star new-zealand` - Stay updated: `clawhub sync`


Security scan verdicts — ClawScan: clean | static analysis: clean | VirusTotal: clean | SkillSpector: suspicious (MEDIUM)