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Slang is as old as the hills. No matter which country you are visiting, you will always be faced with that awkward situation where you have no idea what someone is talking about. New Zealand is no different. Kiwi slang can be confusing when you first arrive. Knowing your ‘bros’ from your ‘cuzzies’, your hot …

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Wondering about the best route from Christchurch to Picton or vice versa? You’ve come to the right place! Following the powerful magnitude-7.8 earthquake to hit the South Island and lower North Island in November 2016, the traditional coastal route SH1 from Christchurch to Picton was completely blocked off. This caused devastation to the towns that …

Christchurch to Picton – exploring the alternative route Read More »

Looking for some inspiration for awesome things to do in the South Island? We’ve got you covered. Here at GO, we’re all about the adventure. We know New Zealand better than anyone – you will find hundreds of great travel tips in our blog, destination guides and partnerships with hundreds of New Zealand’s best attractions …

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Looking for cheap and free things to do in Queenstown? You’ve come to the right place. We know that there are plenty of people exploring New Zealand on a budget and as well as offering some of the best value rental cars in New Zealand (shameless plug), we also have some amazing tips to make …

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New Zealand’s North Island is the entry point for most visitors coming to the country from overseas (or at least it used to be before the COVID-19 pandemic and we are hoping it will be again soon). No matter what trip itinerary you are on, we recommend setting aside at least a week (but more …

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Looking for things to do in Whitianga? You’ve come to the right place. The small coastal town of Whitianga is a great place to visit and base yourself during your travels around the Coromandel Peninsula. We thought we’d talk about some of the best things to do in Whitianga to get you excited about your …

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Picton is one of New Zealand’s hidden gems. Whilst thousands of people pass through Picton every year, few stop long enough to discover all the amazing things to do in Picton and that is a crime! Picton is packed full of things to do and some of the best attractions in Picton are not only …

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Shopping in Auckland is up there with one of the most popular activities for people visiting the City of Sails. Auckland is a shopping lover’s paradise, packed full of world-class boutiques, designer stores, modern shopping malls and local arts and crafts. Whether you’re an Auckland native, visiting from around New Zealand or even visiting from …

12 Best Places for Shopping in Auckland [Plus a bonus destination] Read More »