Explore NZ Travel Blog

New Zealand is not short on thrill-seeking, adventure activities. From bungy to whitewater rafting, skydiving to zorbing, jet boating to canyon swinging…there’s something for even the most hardened adventure enthusiast. If you’re looking to try something a bit different then canyoning is really taking off. Canyoning lets you get up close and personal with New …

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As summer fast approaches, one of the most popular destinations for visitors and locals alike is Southland. Well, to be more precise, Milford Sound. It’s up there with the most popular destinations in New Zealand and for good reason. Exploring Milford Sound can be done in lots of different ways. Cruise, scenic flight or simply …

Exploring Milford Sound and saving money with GO Play Read More »

We decided it was time to shake things up a bit! Whilst we’re known for providing awesome car rentals in New Zealand, we thought it was time to try something new. Our GO Glamper is a super nifty Camper Trailer that you can lock and leave …wherever you like – from the top of the …

Introducing the GO Glamper – the newest member of the GO Rentals team! Read More »

It’s true. The whole world seems to be a little obsessed with New Zealand. It’s easy for us to see why. It’s a pretty special place that’s for sure, but just what is it that gets people worked up into a tizz about our beautiful country? Well, we decided to take a look at the …

17 Reasons Everybody is Obsessed with New Zealand Read More »

Do you think it’s ever possible to tire of New Zealand’s amazing scenery? Er, nope! Whether it’s the towering snow-capped mountains, the lush forest, the sandy beaches or the starry night sky, we are constantly amazing by the stunning scenery from every corner of New Zealand. We’re also pretty lucky to get to see some …

17 Times New Zealand Took Things Too Far Read More »

We’ll put our hands up. If you’re someone that likes to read everything there is to know about New Zealand, then you may well have heard of some of these places but we had to get you to click on the link somehow! Here at GO Explore, we like to help people plan their journeys …

9 of the best places you’ve never heard of in New Zealand Read More »

Updated 3 August 2017 First founded in 1969 as the Auckland International Film Festival, the New Zealand International Film Festival has now grown to include the cities of Wellington, Dunedin, Christchurch, and twelve provincial cities, as well as Auckland. From July until September, a programme of over 170 films from nearly 50 countries will be …

New Zealand International Film Festival Read More »

New Zealand is without a doubt one of the friendliest countries in the world. We love to welcome visitors from all around the world who flock to our shores each and every year. Before arriving in New Zealand, a lot of hours are spent planning trips; from booking rental cars to deciding which route to …

Queenstown to Franz Josef – an iconic road trip Read More »