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Top Four Most Scenic Drives of the South Island
New Zealand is the perfect destination for an awe-inspiring road trip. This is especially true for the South Island: it’s a paradise filled with jaw-dropping mountains, a rugged landscape, glacier lakes, and so much more.
The Best School Holiday Experiences Across the North Island
The North Island/Te Ika-a-Māui provides the perfect playground of exploration for kids over the school holidays, with a range of family-friendly locations and activities to discover new kinds of fun.
The Best Queenstown Activities for a Big Friend Group
There’s no other place for big group adventures quite like Queenstown. With endless activities on offer, and so many suited to large groups of friends. The two Thrifty locations in Queenstown, make it easy to pick up your rental car and get going on your awesome adventures with a car full of mates.
The Best Parks and Forests for Hiking Around Auckland
Are you a keen hiker looking for the top trails to traipse? We’ve listed the top parks, forests and spots in and around Auckland for those looking to put their tramping shoes to good use; while getting to your favourite track in your rental car is easy with Thrifty.
The Best Middle-Earth Experiences in New Zealand
New Zealand has a lot going for it. Here, you can visit action-packed cities full of museums, art galleries, heritage trails and more. But for the past 20 years, something else has been bringing travellers from all corners of the globe to the island nation.
Sunrise Adventures in Gisborne: Best Beaches and Scenic Spots to Explore
There’s almost no better place in the entire world to greet the sunrise than the seaside village of Gisborne/Tairāwhiti. Here are some of the best places to experience this beautiful phenomenon around town.
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Seaside Wonders and Kiwi Spotting: A Drive to Cape Kidnappers
Journey along the Hawke’s Bay coastline and stop by Cape Kidnappers, where dramatic cliffs, pristine beaches and beautiful birdlife awaits. With this guide, you’ll discover it all, with ease.
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Outdoor Adventures in Invercargill: Family-Friendly Hikes and Parks
Nestled into the southern tip of the South Island/Te Waipounamu, Invercargill/Waihōpai is a natural playground of adventure just waiting for you to explore. As the southernmost city in New Zealand/Aotearoa, you and the family can combine hikes with seaside views and lush parks with calm serenity.
New Zealand’s Top Five Most Instagrammable Spots
There’s no denying it, New Zealand has one of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the world. From wild beaches to rugged mountains, glacier lakes and beautiful surf spots, everywhere you turn is the perfect picture spot.
New Zealand’s Best Natural Wonders
It could be said that New Zealand is a natural wonder in itself. Forged with fiery volcanoes, cooled by epic icy glaciers, its shores have been pummelled by the Tasman Sea and gently lapped by the South Pacific.
The Southern Scenic Route: A Catlins Road Trip Adventure
Discover the unforgettable beauty of Catlins, where fascinating wildlife and sweeping scenery await. This handy guide will uncover the must-visit spots that make this area one of the country’s best kept secrets.
Whales and Wild Beauty: Road Trip to Kaikōura
Take a South Island drive and discover Kaikōura, where mountains meet the sea, and where seals, dolphins, and whales will come to greet you. This guide explores the best things to do, see and eat on a scenic road trip to Kaikōura.