Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
If you’re planning on driving a hire car on your New Zealand holiday check out our ideas for keeping the costs as low as possible and you’ll have more money to spend on your vacation! (more…)
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Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
If you’re travelling from overseas and thinking of hiring a car in New Zealand, there are some things to consider first. New Zealand has quite rugged terrain, weather can change quickly, and driving conditions are often not easy.
So here are some tips for driving a hire car in New Zealand. Our road rules and driving behaviours may be different to those in your home country so it’s crucial to be familiar with these before driving your hire car. (more…)
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Wednesday, March 21st, 2012
From 5am Sunday 25 March 2012, two of New Zealand’s give way rules will change, affecting all drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. If you’re travelling from overseas, you must be aware of these changes, especially if you’re planning on driving a New Zealand rental car. (more…)
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Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
Invercargill is the southernmost and westernmost city in New Zealand, dazzling with long summer twilights and the Aurora Australis earning its name as the City of Water and Lights. There are numerous long and short car rental roads trips worthy of consideration from Invercargill. Hit the road to experience some of these great attractions or head further a field to explore the Southland region. (more…)
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Wednesday, March 7th, 2012
The picturesque waterfront town of Picton in the Marlborough region serves as a convenient base for your car rental road trips to explore the exquisite Queen Charlotte Sound and Marlborough Sounds. Picton is the home of award-winning restaurants, tourism activities and simple pleasures that your family would love, including sailing, scuba diving, fishing, biking and hiking. Hit the road to experience some of these great attractions or head further a field on a road trip. (more…)
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Monday, February 27th, 2012
Taupo sits on the shore of Lake Taupo in the centre of the North Island, making Taupo a super base for visiting the Great Lake Taupo area or for exploring the southern Waikato region in your rental car. Hit the road to experience some of these great attractions or head further a field on a road trip. (more…)
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Monday, February 20th, 2012
Located on the eastern coast of the North Island, Napier has a Mediterranean climate and offers excellent tourist attractions and culture. This destination is a great starting point for exploring the Hawke’s Bay region so hit the road to experience some of these great attractions or head further a field on a road trip. (more…)
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Tuesday, February 14th, 2012
Rotorua sits on the shores of Lake Rotorua in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand. Known for its hydrothermal activity, it has gained popularity from its naturally hot thermal springs, mud pools and spectacular geysers. It is a place where Maori values, traditions, songs and dances are on show to every tourist and makes Rotorua a unique destination.
There are numerous townships with unique attractions in and around Rotorua, so it’s a great location from which to explore the area. Hit the road to experience some of these great attractions or head further a field on a road trip. (more…)
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Monday, January 16th, 2012
Whangarei is the northernmost city in New Zealand and the regional capital of the Northland region. The city began its settlement on the south bank of the Hatea River, around a natural port Ahipupu, known today as the Town Basin. Blessed with abundant scenery of the aquatic persuasion, the area boasts a number of beaches, pristine harbours and off-shore islands.
Whangarei is an excellent base from which to explore Northland. Hit the road to experience some of these great attractions or head further a field on a road trip. (more…)
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Wednesday, January 11th, 2012
Greymouth is the largest town on the South Island’s West Coast and lies beside the Tasman Sea and the Grey River. This history and tradition-rich town has also been blessed with mountains that stand tall, rivers that run deep and New Zealand’s famous rain forests. Being situated close to the foot of the Southern Alps, Greymouth is a great launch point for exploring the West Coast in your rental car. Hit the road to experience some of these great attractions or head further a field on a road trip. (more…)
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