MANAGED ISOLATION in NEW ZEALAND (everything you need to know)

#Managedisolationnz #NewZealand #MIQ
EVERYTHING you NEED to KNOW about managed isolation in NEW ZEALAND ⇩⇩Click ‘show more’⇩⇩
👋🏼Hello everyone
So I’ve just arrived in New Zealand 🇳🇿 and it’s compulsory to stay in a managed isolation hotel for 14 days on arrival. So in today’s video, I’ll be discussing everything you need to know on your arrival in New Zealand and what it’s like staying in the MIQ facilities here.
*Please keep in mind this video was filmed in May 2021, so some rules may have changed since then. Also, every managed isolation hotel is different so please remember this when watching. I stayed at the Four Points hotel by the Sheraton in Auckland city centre.
🚨Timestamps:🚨
0:00 - Intro
0:25 - Arrival in New Zealand
2:25 - First 3 days in MIQ
2:59 - Sim cards
4:10 - Daily walks
5:46 - What to expect
5:49 - Meals
7:09 - Supplies
7:32 - Washing
8:22 - Food deliveries
9:48 - Cleaning
10:14 - Internet
10:57 - Room tour
11:24 - Outro
🙏 Thanks for watching! 🙏
If you have any questions regarding MIQ in New Zealand 🇳🇿 feel free to drop me a comment below or you can contact me on any of my social media.
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[@hamfish225]

Thanks so much for this video, all the questions i had in the back of my mind have now been answered!

[@LanaTiare]

Oh yay! Happy to hear that! I was the same when I was researching MIQ 😄

[@lisayoshihama2374]

Flying home soon and this was super helpful. Thanks for making this video!

[@LanaTiare]

Oh thanks so much! Glad it was helpful for you! 😊

[@mayankkapoor7150]

Really useful information almost covered every thing, I have been looking for...Thanks

[@LanaTiare]

No worries! Feel free to ask me any questions 😊

[@nickfrancis6480]

Amazing video and so super informative! 😀😀😀

[@peniameneheta6403]

This video is just what I needed. Thanks Lara! This will benefit a lot of people

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you! Glad to hear it was useful for you ☺️

[@ruman962]

Excellent review, exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for sharing.

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you! I’m glad you found it useful 😊

[@charlimarieTV]

thanks for making this video this was really useful!

[@LanaTiare]

Glad to hear that ☺️☺️

[@gwynethpereira7727]

Very helpful. Thanks for this. Will be landing next month

[@LanaTiare]

Oh awesome! All the best with your stay! 😊

[@FreezeFlavors]

Super review, this was Excellent very helpful, Beautiful upload. Awaiting for the next video.

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you! Glad it was helpful for you 😊

[@PeterandYen]

Interesting to see the process coming home into MIQ! That's so good that they gave you a free SIM too 😮 it's really lucky you got to stay in Auckland and didn't have to have a further trip to Chch or Rotorua (heard that's not fun since it's another bus ride). Seems like a well managed isolation process and so thoughtful.. good on NZ 👍👍🙂 Glad your home safe and sound Lana! 😁🙌💕

[@LanaTiare]

Yeah it was really nice they gave us sims, I was so worried about having internet for work 😅 Yes I was so lucky! And the hotel I stayed at was super nice too I felt so spoilt 😂 Thank you! I’m happy to be home now too 🥰🥰

[@estheraguirre3807]

Excellent video, very well explained step by step

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you 😊

[@rosemcdonnell6368]

Best review online!

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you 😊

[@harrietandmaynard]

Such a great, thorough review! Thank you for sharing :) We've just got into MIQ in Auckland too

[@LanaTiare]

Oh I’m glad you found it useful ☺️ Which hotel are you staying at? Hope you have a good stay 😊

[@harrietandmaynard]

@@LanaTiare Thank you! We're at the Pullman 😊

[@LanaTiare]

Awesome! Hope your time in quarantine goes well 😊

[@joannadiprose]

love it!

[@LanaTiare]

🥰🥰

[@oriwapehi.6431]

Welcome home, Lana.... 🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you Oriwa 🥰🥰

[@nikserof2183]

Thank you for sharing your experience. I went through MIQ in December 2020. I was fortunate to have stayed at the Stamford Plaza, with a spacious room, huge bathroom (with bath separate from shower, and also a retractable washing line), and good food (including Christmas lunch and dinner). My main concern before arriving in Auckland was that I would find the room claustrophobic, given that windows at most hotels don't open. I somehow survived, as work kept me busy, the room had a huge window with an unobstructed view and, at the time, we were permitted to leave our rooms for exercise at any time, within the rules. It was good being able to order things from New World. I still think that MI should be in apartments, with a kitchenette and opening windows or a balcony. I guess it's the luck of the draw - a friend was assigned an apartment with a washing machine and another unfortunately had to endure a bus ride to a rather less-than-salubrious and relatively dilapidated hotel in Rotorua. I had expected to pay for my room upon checkout and not wait to receive a bill several weeks later. Quite ridiculous; the government created more work for itself having to chase unpaid bills.

[@LanaTiare]

Hello! Thanks for sharing your experiences in the comments. I’m sure this will help someone too. Yes some of us get lucky with more appliances and an open space. I’m guessing they’re trying not to overwhelm people on checkout but I wonder how that’s working for them with the bills getting paid

[@Malka2004]

I was also in the Stamford Plaza in December, 2020! It was a nice room for what it was, though I would have liked some fresh air in the room.

[@TheMamuchos]

So excited to see this video Lara. We were looking forward to this video! Oh wow, such a great tip to have that carry one with must-haves. I love how controlled it is. I know some people might disagree, and yes, it might feel like a jail, but we haven't lived times like this in a century and the country must protect its citizens I wish the newsletter and some of those things could be done through an app to cut all that paper usage. What a relief to see the wine 😂😂 The alcohol limit is perfect! They give you more things than some Airbnbs hahaha We are heading to Romania in a week! I am gonna go check your videos now

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you 🥰 Yes I agree, but actually I really enjoyed having this time alone, but yeah I know some people may not like it, especially those with little ones. True! They allow quite a bit of alcohol 😅 Thanks for watching! I hope you guys will enjoy Romania 🇷🇴 I wish I got to explore more there, but we were there in winter so we only wanted to stay in the city 🏙

[@FIKKINS]

Beautifull video

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you 😊

[@FIKKINS]

@@LanaTiare 👍🙏

[@LanaTiare]

Good luck to those of you in MIQ or who are planning on coming to NZ! If you have any questions feel free to ask me 😊

[@kunwarskater001]

You Are So Cute And Beautiful

[@nicjoncon1266]

hello @Lana Tiare, How many weeks did it take you to secure a booking? it seems to be almost impossible to get an opening. thanks!

[@LanaTiare]

@@nicjoncon1266 I was lucky enough to book it in one week. I just sat on the MIQ booking page refreshing it in case someone cancelled. I did book in April so it was easier because less people wanted to come back for winter I’m assuming.

[@nicjoncon1266]

@@LanaTiare hey i also teach online for whales English ( not magic ears) have you noticed with the edtech changes in china bookings have gone way down? incase you didn't know it is now illegal to advertising online teaching in china :/

[@LanaTiare]

@@nicjoncon1266 Yes I kept refreshing the page over and over 😣

[@kiwijohn9250]

Hi lana, great to see you are home, another informative and well thought out vlog, well done, so how long are you home for?? Is a trip to napier in the plans? Would love to do a collaboration vlog with you, and where is mr??

[@LanaTiare]

Hi John! Thank you 😊 I’m home for quite a while this time, lots of things to sort out. And yes would love to come down for a visit to Napier 😁 A collab sounds great! He’s in the US at the moment 😅 Hope you are doing well John!

[@kiwijohn9250]

Awesome lana, keep in touch, kerry and i would love to host you for a weekend or whatever and we can show you some of those hideaway spots, talk soon, keep up the great videos, john

[@LanaTiare]

@@kiwijohn9250 Aww thanks! Yeah I’d love to come down for a visit. Will keep in touch! I’m planning on doing some travel through NZ 😊

[@LanaTiare]

@@kiwijohn9250 Hope you and Kerry are doing well! 😊

[@kiwijohn9250]

@@LanaTiare yip we are doing well, napier doesnt change much lol

[@sonatonchakma4176]

Nice

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you 😊🙏

[@sonatonchakma4176]

Welcome to India

[@sonatonchakma4176]

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[@GeekSpeakM]

Nice. I am going to travel next month but unable to book miq slot since there is no availability. Will they release the slot gradually?

[@LanaTiare]

When I booked they release 3 months at a time

[@Bus_Driver117]

So is this process only for NZ residents? I'm coming from California for vacation in September and wanted to know about this process.

[@Petitefee1003]

Hi Lana Could you precise the cost of things? We are residents but not permanent residents yet, so we were told our stay in MIQ will cost about $4000 for 2 adults and 1 baby. But I'm wondering if that includes all the food, laundry and everything? Also what is the walking bus? Where do you go when you use it?

[@LanaTiare]

Hi Marine, So the cost of MIQ for those on a temporary visa is $5520 NZD for the first adult and $2990 for a second adult. The baby will be charge free if under 3 years. This price comes with everything, the hotel, food, daily nurse visits, laundry and everything you have seen in my video. The walking bus is a daily bus that can take you to a field where you can walk in an open space. It’s available as soon as you test negative for COVID (usually day 2-3 of your stay). And you will meet at the given meeting spot and selected time. They will provide you with this info on your stay. However, I didn’t use the walking bus as I didn’t want to put myself at risk of being a close contact with someone. I hope this helps! All the best with your stay at MIQ!

[@claracj5378]

Hi Lana!, did you have to pay for the hotel stay during MIQ or just the food and essential stuff?

[@LanaTiare]

Hi there, The hotel is cost free if you are a New Zealand citizen who left the country before 11 August 2020 and you intend on staying in New Zealand for 6 months or more. Included with your stay is Breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. The only other costs will be for optional food or grocery delivery. I hope this answers your question 😊

[@aliitaiseualuga4576]

What is the cost for staying in guarantine please?

[@michellebrannon7293]

Well sounds like you were well cared for in isolation 😆

[@LanaTiare]

Yes! Very lucky to of had such a good experience 🥰

[@anirasmussen2698]

How much does it cost. My husband and i are returning back to Waipiro Bay East Coast Gisborne fully vaccinated

[@TheShodan92]

Hi Lana.. Thanks for the information regarding MIQ. Currently I'm trapped in Perth, Australia. Came here 6 weeks ago, not long after my arrival the bubble burst. I have 2 questions.. (1) As a NZ citizen who wants to return home permanently am I responsible for the full MIQ cost?. (2) I was given my 2nd vaccination 1 week before I left NZ. Does that have any impact upon the amount of time I will have to be in MIQ?. Thanks again.

[@LanaTiare]

Hi there, I’m not quite sure if you would have to pay or not, based on your situation I’d just give the MIQ contact a call. As usually the requirement is if you left NZ after 11 August 2020 you would be liable for charges of MIQ. And if you have a COVID vaccination currently you still have to complete the full 14 days in isolation. Hope this answers your questions, And if you wanted to clarify they do have a number: [phone] (For overseas callers).

[@TheShodan92]

@@LanaTiare Cheers

[@sandsaah]

Hello how much they charge for non Newzealand residents

[@bryanwoodward1822]

I understand that if you are a NZ citizen and stay in NZ for 6 months you can get a waiver of isolation costs. But you said you paid for things on your credit card. Could you not get a waiver of costs >

[@LanaTiare]

Yes that’s true, but if you want extra things such as alcohol or Uber eats, etc this is at your own cost.

[@bellec3876]

Hi Lana how did you book the flight? I don't know how to book a flight according to MIQ flight. I made a mistake in booking last June and I lost all my money. Now I'm afraid I might make a mistake again. Thanks

[@LanaTiare]

Hi Belle, I booked my MIQ first and then I booked my flight to arrive in Auckland,NZ on the date of my MIQ. Hope your booking goes well 😊

[@nityanandswami2944]

Hi Lana tiare hope you are doing extremely fine ☺️

[@LanaTiare]

Thank you! I am 🥰 Hope you are too!

[@nityanandswami2944]

@@LanaTiare yes 🤗

[@user-cm4sh1nl8m]

R u back into Aoteatoa temporarily?

[@LanaTiare]

No I’ve decided to stay 😁

[@akshayk2751]

I know it sounds stupid but is the stay or feed free or covered by the airline or gov ??

[@LanaTiare]

It depends if you are a citizen or resident it can be free depending on if you left NZ before August 2020 and are going to stay longer than 6 months in NZ then it will be free of charge. If not it will cost you.

[@jennynielson4779]

It looks like you don’t have children? Do you? I think by myself it would be fine but with 2 kids and a husband in that room???😓 Does anyone have anything to say about that experience?

[@Petitefee1003]

I'm worried about that too as we're travelling with our 20 months old 😓 quarantine with a toddler must be difficult she lives being outdoors. We'll see next month... hope we won't lose our minds lol

[@AF-ov4hs]

I am a little confused about the walking bus. I have two kids and will be quarantining next month. My kids need outside time. I am so anxious.

[@LanaTiare]

Ah yes true! Well the walking bus is good for getting outside. After you test negative (day 2-3) you’re allowed to start using the service which is good! 😊

[@Petitefee1003]

Can you tell me how you are, if you are in MIQ now or done with it? I'll be in MIQ next month with my toddler and I'm anxious too!

[@AF-ov4hs]

@@Petitefee1003 out now. The food was hit and miss. The children’s menu was far to fancy for kids. My kids are no way fussy but they found the flavours far to mature. I ordered Uber eats most days for coffee. I took my own snacks for the kids and loaded up a suitcase but they were gone by the end of the first week. They had the Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon Chanel for kids. But I brought lego for my son as well as colouring in books and their Nintendo. We didn’t really get outside time. You have to walk anticlockwise outside and the adults were power walking and my kids couldn’t keep up with the speed and maintain distance. So after one attempt we never tried again. They just wanted to sit and play outside. But that wasn’t allowed. Id recommend bringing toys. Even if they are new ones in a separate suitcase you can surprise your child with. Expect a lot of screen time as well. And sweet treats to make it fun. Staff are lovely. They go the extra mile. They would do movie nights and slide the time for the kids movie on the peace of paper under the door and leave popcorn. My kids loved that. The stuff also adjusted the food for my son to make it more palatable for him as well. I’d bring enough clothes for the full two weeks as washing was a headache.

[@Petitefee1003]

Thanks so much for the detailed answer! I'm not keen on so much screen time at such a young age (she's 20 months old) but I guess I'll put my ideas aside for those two weeks. I'm a bit worried about the food as well, we are vegans so I hope they respect that and offer options. As for the laundry she's in reusable nappies so... hehe it's going to be a nightmare

[@AF-ov4hs]

@@Petitefee1003 I am an anti screen parent as well. I had to put my ethos to the side for the two weeks. They were very good about dietary requirements and there was always vegan options on the menu. But for my kids I had multiple boxes of their favourite granola bars and snacks. I also requested extra pieces of fruit etc etc. You can also get groceries delivered depending on the facility your at but its a bit of a hassle so if possible id bring your own stuff and maybe do one order in the middle of it to get you to the end. Im not sure what they will do for a toddler but they did deliver a craft activity midway through that entertained them for an afternoon lol. Your only allowed to wash like 8 items and a single sock is an item. So not sure how you are going to go with reusable nappies. It may be worth using disposable nappies for it. However the staff were very accommodating for kids.

[@geraldinewaters7734]

Thanks for the video. If you have a problem with heights. I have a anxiety with heights due to being in 2011 Earthquake in Christchurch. I have a letter from my doctor supporting this..Who do I see? I have written a letter to Chris Hipkins MP Health NZ asking him who do I contact regarding this matter. My anxiety is so acute I cannot sustain 14days in a High rise building.

[@LanaTiare]

Hi Geraldine, Thanks for watching! You can give the managed Isolation helpline a call. [phone] This is their number if you’re overseas. I would tell them your situation and hopefully they can help you 🙏

[@geraldinewaters7734]

@@LanaTiare Thanks Lana I have already contacted them. Great video gives you a great idea of what to expect. Many thanks

[@LanaTiare]

@@geraldinewaters7734 Thank you! I’m so happy my video was useful to you. Hopefully they can help you

[@Boss_SR]

Nice video. I have any question about COVID in New Zealand. If someone get positive COVID with mild symptom in country (Not from outside), can they isolate at home?

[@LanaTiare]

Yes they can isolate at home it just means that if you’re living with people they too have to isolate from what I’ve read

[@Boss_SR]

@@LanaTiare Thank you. Do you know how to treat with mild symptom COVID patient? Is antiviral or antibody cocktail used for all COVID patient? 😀

[@LanaTiare]

@@Boss_SR I’m not sure exactly what they use. If you have any COVID symptoms best to talk to a doctor

[@amyfinlayson]

Hey what country did you arrive from? :)

[@LanaTiare]

Turkey 🇹🇷

[@amyfinlayson]

@@LanaTiare wow nice! I’ll be coming from Australia 🇦🇺

[@LanaTiare]

@@amyfinlayson Oh nice! Wishing you safe travels! Hopefully you’re able to book an MIQ

[@jonathanpanganiban3449]

hi hello

[@charitysusana287]

Hello! How can I do message you? I would like to ask something. Hope you notice me!!🙏

[@LanaTiare]

Hey yes sure you can message me here or on Instagram at ‘Lana Tiare’

[@charitysusana287]

@@LanaTiare Followed👍

[@mihain4086]

it really helped... now i know for sure i will not come to NZ during a pandemic... iron fist in a velvet glove...

[@LanaTiare]

Haha yes! Not the best time to visit here, hopefully the borders ease up and we can have some tourism in New Zealand 🇳🇿😊

[@JanKowalski-pe9lo]

Hope one day you start to be treated like a human being??? Wishful thinking girl.

[@cindyR74]

@@JanKowalski-pe9lo seriously what country are you from??? The Holocaust treated people inhumanely, this is nothing like that

[@JanKowalski-pe9lo]

@@cindyR74 Well... You probably made that reply under wrong address no?

[@kunwarskater001]

You Are So Cute

[@vexillopath947]

Glorified prison

[@Amaymay1000]

💯

[@Amaymay1000]

Why doesn't this alarm people?? All the rules and poking and intrusive test and given selected "food" before to leave? Can't go outside, can't breathe fresh air. WTF wrong with people? Wake up. Glorified prison

[@bniu1526]

Stop travelling

[@desmomotodesmomoto2033]

food looks disgusting and low nutrition like as if people are vegans. disgusting.

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