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With the summer holidays in full flow and plenty of long weekends on the horizon, Auckland is one of the most popular places for a weekend getaway. With so many events coming up in the City of Sails, the biggest challenge you will have when planning a weekend getaway is deciding when to come. One …

What to do in Auckland this weekend – 5 highlights this summer Read More »

As road trips go, a visit to the Bay of Islands is high on the list of places to visit for both international visitors and Kiwis alike. Whilst we are not able to welcome overseas visitors right now, the summer of 2021 is going to be a great time for Kiwis to explore the stunning …

Paihia and Russell – Jewels of the Bay of Islands Read More »

In this post, we’re going to answer some of the most popular questions people are asking on Google – Is Napier worth visiting? What is Napier known for? What is there to do in Napier for free? We’ve also got a quick-fire list of 10 of the biggest reasons Napier should be on your summer …

Is Napier Worth Visiting? 10 Reasons Why Napier Should Be On Your Summer Bucket List Read More »

The City of Sails is a great place to live and an amazing place to visit with so many things to see and do. When the sun is out, the choices are endless but even when it’s not, you still have some great options to make the most out of a day. To prove the …

7 Free Indoor Activities in Auckland Read More »

We all know that Wellington is one of the coolest little capital cities in the world and whilst there is lots to do in and around the city, sometimes there’s nothing better than turning up the radio, winding down the windows and heading out for a drive. If you are down in Wellington, you’re in …

8 of Wellington’s Best Scenic Drives to Explore Read More »

Rotorua is one of New Zealand’s most popular tourist destinations and for good reason. This place is jam-packed full of amazing things to do. Whether you want to investigate some of the amazing geothermal attractions, get stuck into some adventure activities, do some mountain biking or simply kick back and relax, Rotorua has it all. …

Heading to Rotorua this summer? It pays to rent with GO Read More »

November’s a great month for getting out and about in New Zealand. It’s the month where Spring fizzles away into Summer and the spirit of the people starts to get festive with Christmas just around the corner! It’s also the last chance to dedicate some time to getting out and about before the mayhem of …

6 of the Best Events in New Zealand in November Read More »

We love a good festival here in New Zealand and it’s something we like to think we’re pretty good at. Over the course of a year, there are literally hundreds of festivals that take place all across the country from huge food and wine festivals to smaller community events that even include gumboot throwing! In …

13 New Zealand Festivals to add to your bucket list Read More »