Christmas Day in New Zealand involved swimming in a lake, eating homemade burgers, and getting sunburnt for Jessamy Baudains. It was a different experience than the typical Christmas in Britain, which involves squeezing a turkey out of an Aga oven and taking a swim in the rain. The group of 12 British friends also had their Christmas tree stolen in the night by friends reminiscing about British holidays, but it was returned and Mr. Claus couldn't stay angry. Jessamy recommends visiting the hot springs, waterfalls, and thermal pools in New Zealand's landscape.