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Everyone knows that Queenstown is the adventure capital of the world. With so much to see and do down in Queenstown, it’s perhaps no surprise that the city is also a place that is buzzing with events every year. Whilst you can find a list of all these events on great website like Eventfinda, we …

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New Zealand movies have always punched above their weight winning fans here and all over the world. We thought we’d share some of our favourite kiwi films along with the places where they were filmed so you can visit the locations and relive the magic! 1. Lord of the Rings We begin with the biggest …

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GO Rentals is one of 21 recipients of Government co-funding for projects to increase the uptake of electric vehicles in New Zealand, furthering the 100% Kiwi-owned travel company’s commitment to sustainability. The latest round of the Government’s Low Emission Vehicles Contestable Fund, announced today by Energy and Resources Minister Hon Dr Megan Woods, provides $3.8 …

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There are some great things happening throughout New Zealand as we officially move into autumn (shhhh don’t tell anyone though as we’re still clinging on to summer!). That’s why we thought we’d put together this list featuring 6 of the best events in New Zealand in March to help you make the most of it! …

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Updated: 12 February 2020 Autumn is without a doubt one of our favourite times to head out on an adventure in New Zealand. The days are still pretty warm (depending on whether you are in the North or South Island of course), there is still plenty of sunshine and best of all, the beautiful deciduous …

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Tipping is one of life’s conundrums. Wherever you travel in the world, there is always that awkward moment when you’re not 100% sure whether you should leave a tip or not. Here in New Zealand, tipping is definitely not expected in any sector but like most places, if you receive some truly outstanding service, a …

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Updated: 3rd February 2020 Ssshhhh! Keep this one under your hats. If you want to save money on a holiday to New Zealand, a great way to do it is to keep an eye on our car relocation deals. You can pick up a car rental from as little as $1 a day and the …

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New Zealand is a truly majestic place. It’s no wonder more than 3 million people visit it every year. The country is famous for its breathtaking nature, Maori culture and incredible wildlife. However, the island is also packed with heritage sights that will wow everyone from history buffs to curious travellers. There are so many …

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