Jul
17
2013
17
2013
Pick up a Christchurch car hire for your ski trip to local Mt Hutt, which has seen fantastic levels of snowfall this season already.
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Jul
16
2013
16
2013
After over 20,000 people joined the Facebook page and thousands more Kiwi fans rallied together to make it happen, it has finally been announced that Beyonce is bringing her Mrs Carter world tour concert to New Zealand. If you’re lucky enough to have nabbed tickets to the Auckland Beyonce concert in October, you can get there with a New Zealand car hire. 
Jul
14
2013
14
2013
Book in your New Zealand car hire for Wellington or Auckland so you can make a trip to these cities for the Royal New Zealand Ballet’s performance of ‘Swan Lake’ during July and August 2013. 
Jul
13
2013
13
2013
The America’s Cup is kicking off in San Francisco with the finals being held in September, but you can get involved with your Auckland car hire! 
Jul
12
2013
12
2013
If you’re concerned about what to do in order to take care of your car hire in Australia or New Zealand, read these simple tips and stop worrying! 
Jul
12
2013
12
2013
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A recent winter’s escape to the Top End allowed traveller Cassandra to explore Katherine, Darwin and Jabiru in the great Kakadu National Park, all in the comfort of a Maui Ultima Campervan.
Jul
11
2013
11
2013
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Driving at night in an unfamiliar car rental, in an unfamiliar country with unfamiliar road rules requires more caution and awareness than usual. Some handy tips that can make life easier on the road at night include 
Jun
28
2013
28
2013
New Zealand is full of great scenic routes you can take instead of the faster motorways or highways. There’s something special about road trips.
You don’t just get in a car and drive anywhere, it’s not just about getting from A to B. It’s about going somewhere, embarking on an adventure and enjoying the journey while you’re at it.
Jun
27
2013
27
2013
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New Zealand is famed for its natural green landscapes, so get into the environmental buzz when you pick up your New Zealand car hire and drive in a more eco-friendly way! Not only will you be helping out the environment by going green with your driving habits, it can seriously reduce your running costs.
Jun
26
2013
26
2013
New Zealanders are famous for their indigenous flightless bird, the Kiwi, so any road trip in the country requires a visit to see one in real life. If you are expecting to see these fuzzy little birds running around on the roadside, then you may be in for a disappointment – they are an endangered species, and as such, are protected in zoos and specialised sanctuaries around the country.
Jun
25
2013
25
2013
Have you got your accommodation sorted for your New Zealand road trip? If you’re hiring a car or campervan in New Zealand’s North Island and need a place to stay, consider these accommodation options.
Jun
18
2013
18
2013
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There are plenty of accommodation options in New Zealand’s South Island for your road trip adventure. Taking New Zealand campervan rental or car hire around the country is an all-time favourite of visitors from around the world, yet while DriveNow can look after your hire needs to get you from A to B, you’ll need to look at booking your accommodation or Caravan Park in advance as well.
Jun
16
2013
16
2013
If you’re picking up a car in Christchurch and heading up the east coast, make your trip even more scenic by taking an art trail tour of your own creation.Unlikely as it sounds, you can follow an art trail from Kaikoura to Nelson as you head up the east coast of the South Island.
It will give you the chance to jump out of your car rental and stretch your legs, look at some of the finest local Kiwi art on offer, and smell the roses – or at least, the oils and acrylics
Jun
09
2013
09
2013
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New Zealand is well known for its variable climate, with locals often saying that even within one city you can experience four seasons in a day.
Unlike some countries where weather patterns can hang around for days or even weeks, the geographical layout in New Zealand, ‘The Land of the Long White Cloud’, means that weather systems often come and go within a few hours.
May
30
2013
30
2013
Recommended for CarsRecommended for Campervans
Every country has different driving laws and conditions. Here’s what you’ll need to know about driving in New Zealand.
May
28
2013
28
2013
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If you are planning on taking a skiing holiday in New Zealand in 2013, why not consider booking a car rental?
May
26
2013
26
2013
Auckland has a multitude of things to do and see, but sometimes the cost of visiting lots of places with ticket entries can add up, and use up funds you’d rather spend on food and souvenirs! So to keep that expenditure down, check out some of these activities you can get stuck into – for free! Here are three ideas for free activities…….
May
25
2013
25
2013
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Freedom camping is a hot topic for New Zealand tourism, and a thoughtful visitor will opt to pay the low fee at a camp ground instead of undertaking this practice with their New Zealand campervan rental.
May
24
2013
24
2013
What are the real and unspoken rules on picking up hitch-hikers in New Zealand? Hitch-hiking is a common sight around the world, and New Zealand is no exception. The practice is legal in the country (unlike in neighbouring Australia), so you will likely come across hitch-hikers when you’re out on the roads in New Zealand.
May
22
2013
22
2013
Recommended for CarsRecommended for Campervans
There are a few important things to know about driving in New Zealand that anyone renting a car needs to be aware of. The great thing about exploring the Land of the Long White Cloud is that driving a New Zealand car rental is a relatively stress-free experience, particularly for those used to the more busy roads of North America, Europe or even Australia.
May
21
2013
21
2013
From Thursday 6 June until Saturday 8 June, Wellington central will come alive with all things jazz.Hundreds of musicians, many of whom are of international standard, are descending on the capital’s famous Cuba quarter for three days of contemporary and traditional jazz as well as soul, rhythm and blues, reggae, Latin and gospel. No matter your taste or budget, the Wellington Jazz Festival will have something for you.
May
19
2013
19
2013
The North Island isn’t quite as plentiful with its ski fields as the South, but they’re easily accessible from either New Zealand’ main port of entry, Auckland or driving north from the capital Wellington.
May
17
2013
17
2013
With winter fast approaching, and arriving sooner in the south, it’s a great time to plan your South Island ski trip with a Christchurch car hire, or a rental from…
May
16
2013
16
2013
Check out one of these North Island spots with your New Zealand car hire for place-name photos. Your friends go on a road trip, and for every picture of a stunning view, hot meal or smiling people they found along the way, you’ll likely see a snap of them next to a road sign. What is this bizarre phenomenon?