Due to the earthquake that hit Christchurch earlier this year, the housing situation here is quite limited. Out of 5 possible hotels for USAP (United States Antarctic Program) participants I chose the same hotel I was in before my trip to Pole because I heard that the others aren't better either especially concerning Internet accessibility and costs. Since I am staying here for five days before my Love arrives for our honeymoon trip next Monday, I asked at the reception for several 24h internet-tickets which cost 20 kiwi$ each. But here comes the surprise: they offered me a weekly pass for only 30 NZD! Since I am here with USAP and staying more than two days they offered me what normally costs 70 NZD. They offered it just by accident since I asked for more than one 25h access pass. So for all others who are on their way to Elms Hotel for this season: ask for it! I heard that other hotels charge for each 50 MB here which sounds like charging for tab water by cup as John J pointed out in his blog!
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