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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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Auckland is one of the best places in New Zealand if you’re looking for a huge range of things to do with kids. If you’re coming to the City of Sails with the little ones, then you’ll be pleased to know that there’s no shortage of fun things to do in Auckland with kids. To …

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Whangarei is quickly becoming more than just a stop over on the drive to the Bay of Islands. There are so many things to do in Whangarei that we recommend putting aside a day (or more if you have the time) to explore the city and the region in more depth. Whangarei is located just …

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New Zealand is a truly majestic place. In a normal year, it’s no wonder more than 3 million people visit it every year and once the country opens back ut to the world following the COVID-19 pandemic, we can expect a huge influx of visitors once more. The country is famous for its breathtaking nature, …

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Zorbing sounds so mundane when you put it like that! Zorbing is in fact, one of New Zealand’s finest adrenaline-fuelled adventure activities where, rather than rolling along the ground, you are, more often than not, hurtling down hills and mountainsides in nothing more than an inflatable ball which may or may not be filled with …

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If you are looking for a real taste of New Zealand culture, then a must on your to-do list is to sample the delights of a Māori hangi. According to 100% Pure New Zealand, “Māori were aware that the earth was the giver of all life, from the soil came food and that same food …

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