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Summer has officially landed. As we head into the festive period and people are allowed to travel around New Zealand once more, it feels like summer has really arrived here in New Zealand. It felt like 2020 was a crazy year but after the past few months since August, there has never been a better …

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Self-drive holidays are a Kiwi tradition and one of the best ways to explore our beautiful country. Self-drive in New Zealand is by far the most popular way for international visitors to explore New Zealand – visitors from the UK, Australia and the USA typically love to self drive around NZ thanks to the flexibility …

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Looking for amazing things to do in Hamilton? Look no further, we’ve got you covered. The riverside city of Hamilton is one of New Zealand’s most underrated cities. Caught in the shadow of the country’s biggest city, Auckland, many people overlook Hamilton for the big city lights of the City of Sails, however, we’re here …

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Choosing a rental car can be a tricky business. With so many different companies out there, you can spend a lot of time comparing car rental deals before you even start to think about the actual car you will get to drive! Here at GO Rentals, we like to think we can make your life …

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If you are looking for the best hot springs in New Zealand, you’ve come to the right place. Don’t just Google “hot springs near me”. Instead, check out the top tips from Kiwis and international travellers that have enjoyed some of New Zealand’s best hot springs, located all across the country. New Zealand is an …

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New Zealand is world-famous for our fantastic fishing opportunities, and we welcome thousands of visitors every year who can’t wait to get out on the water and do battle with some of the amazing fish that live in our streams, lakes, rivers and oceans. The best fishing in New Zealand is a hotly debated topic …

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With the summer just around the corner and Kiwis in need of something to look forward, now is as good a time as ever to start planning your summer holidays and we definitely recommend adding glamping to your list of activities to try this summer. Glamping in NZ has become super-popular and for good reason. …

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Our Top List of New Zealand Facts (Including 15 Fun Facts Too) New Zealand is a country steeped in culture and endowed with a rich geographical landscape. From its longstanding Māori history to the allure of the Milford Sound—New Zealand holds a distinct charm that can’t be found anywhere else in the world. Despite being …

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