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New Zealand’s largest city is a great place to visit on holiday and while many of its most noted attractions are ones you’ll experience during the day, there are also plenty of things to do, long after the sun sets on the city itself. To prove the point, we thought we’d share our favourite things …

13 Things to do in Auckland at Night – Only The Best! Read More »

We’re a nation of many interests and passions and good music is definitely one of them. Soooo, we’ve pulled together a list of our favourite New Zealand music festivals to add to your yearly schedule with a range of sounds and styles to keep everyone happy! 1. Taupo Summer Concert Taupo is a place that …

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Updated: 30 June 2020 Queenstown needs you! There has never been a better time to head to Queenstown. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, Queenstown has been hit pretty hard with so many tourism operators located in this fantastic city struggling as our borders remain closed to international visitors. If you have the holiday to spare, now …

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There are few things better than a great family ski holiday in New Zealand.  The COVID-19 lockdown has meant that many of us have spent a lot of time with family over the past 2-3 months. A big chunk of that time, however, was cooped up indoors, unable to get out and do the fun …

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If you’re planning your Kiwi ski trip this ski season and hiring a GO Rentals car, you’re in for a real treat. We say that because every GO Rentals customer receives a GO Play Card, which entitles you to great deals and discounts at attractions all around the country. It means you can add a …

15 GO Play Card Attractions For Your Next Ski Trip! Read More »

Updated: 19 June 2020 That’s right people, the Queenstown Ski Season is nearly upon us. This is not a drill! Whilst summer here in New Zealand is what attracts so many visitors to our beautiful country, for many, winter’s where it’s at! At the heart of this is Queenstown. New Zealand’s adventure capital is also …

Queenstown Ski Season – everything you need to know Read More »

As we head into the depths of winter, it’s important to take some time out and plan some mini-breaks. And what better way to enjoy a winter’s break than relaxing in the warmth of some of New Zealand’s best hot springs. With no easy alternatives for something similar in your usual overseas destinations due to …

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Updated: 11 June 2020 New Zealand is often referred to as the adventure capital of the world. As the home of bungy jumping and jet boating, it’s easy to see why. As we head into Alert Level 1 following the COVID-19 pandemic, there has never been a better time to get out and try one …

New Zealand Adventure – a week of activities this winter Read More »