Category Archives: New Zealand

Camping at its best at the DOC campsites

Posted on March 23, 2017 by noel in New Zealand

The best way to enjoy the many regional and national parks of the North Island and the South Island is to sleep there. DOC (Department Of Conservation) manages the nature reserves of New Zealand and allows you to spend your nights in amazing campsites for around $10 NZD per night. These campsites are often in some of the best locations around the country – in national parks, alongside the Great Walks and in tranquil and secluded spots. They are quite basic, offering ‘back to nature’...Read More

New Zealand’s Secret Havens for Dreamy Summer Getaways

Posted on December 20, 2016 by noel in New Zealand, Travel Tips

Whether you’re looking for an adventure of a lifetime, or you just want to unwind on a secluded beach, New Zealand certainly won’t leave you disappointed. Here are some truly amazing off-the-beaten track destinations to help you in your summer quest. Earnslaw Burn Although this alpine region is among the most popular destinations in New Zealand, you can still get off the beaten track and enjoy it in solitude. Located on the Glenorchy, 40 kilometres from Queensland, Earnslaw Burn is a glacier and one of the...Read More

Summer in the Coromandel Peninsula

Posted on November 29, 2016 by noel in New Zealand

Thanks to its golden beaches, relaxed seaside villages and stunning coastline, the Coromandel is a favourite holiday spot for Kiwis over summer. Providing the perfect complement to the Coromandel summer is the fine local food and fresh produce. Artisan producers are dotted throughout the region – cheesemakers, brewers, and a few nice vineyards… The east coast boasts the best white-sand beaches in the area, extremely popular with the people from Auckland. On the west coast we have quaint...Read More

5 Reasons You Should (Re)Visit NZ’s North Island This Spring

Posted on October 26, 2016 by noel in New Zealand, Travel, Travel Tips

If you live in the South Island, a trip up North is always worthwhile. Even if you live on the North Island, you haven’t seen it all. The variety of wonderful natural attractions and interesting cities is just too great. Here are 5 reasons why you should plan a spring road trip! Spring Festival in Wellington It’s logical that your spring visit to New Zealand and its North Island starts in its capital – Wellington. Due to its southernmost position, this town is a great starting point for a...Read More

Organising a Delivery – Ask a Friend, Rent a Truck or Book with Transfervans?

Posted on September 24, 2016 by Brian Karlson in New Zealand, News

You just won an auction for a double mattress on Trademe. How do you get it home? The team behind Transfercar has launched a new website to solve the problem of furniture delivery in a convenient and cost-efficient way. (Service limited to Auckland for now) Most of us are not so fortunate to own a vehicle that is suitable for transporting a bed. What to do? First, think of a friend or family member who has a van. Nobody comes to mind! Surely someone you know must have a car with towbar but does not have...Read More

The Allure of Queenstown in Spring

Posted on September 22, 2016 by noel in New Zealand, Travel Tips

The area where amazing mountain ranges embrace the unbelievably clear water of Lake Wakatipu, where the flavors of Chardonnay become more citrusy and where Pinot Noir vineyards roll over the hills. The self-proclaimed “home of adventure bucket list”. Welcome to Queenstown, New Zealand. Why spring? Because the days are longer, colours change and you have a wide range of offers. For example, you can hit the slopes (usually until mid-October) and make the most of the abundance of sunshine in comparison with...Read More