I was down in NZ for 5 weeks last ski season. The north island can be pretty crappy. A lot of the time is is warm and the weather is crappy. The south island is the place to be. If you like steeps, definitely go to Treble Cone. Treble cone has some awesome shoots and bowls and they got a new high speed quad for the back side, which will make the resort 100000 times better. Stay away from Cardona. It is really flat and has huge crowds. But, if you are into park at all, definitely hit up Snow Park. It is run by the guy who builds the x games superpipe, frank someone, and it is absolutely awesome. A lot of amazing riders from around the world go there to train all summer. There were team riders from japan, australia, switzerland, USA, and other places. The Burton A team even came down for their catalouge shoot. It is a very small hill.....but its all park. And these people know how to build and maintain a top notch park. Anyways, the 2 places you definitely need to hit up is Snowpark and Treble Cone. Have an awesome time, and make sure you bring a camera, cause there are the most amazing views in the world down there....check my profile for some pics of Snowpark and Treble Cone. It is truely an amazing experience and i will be going back down all next summer because you have enough in one season. If you want to know more, message me, theres lots to tell!