Everything You Need to Know About Driving in New Zealand
Exploring New Zealand by car is one of the best ways to experience our breathtaking landscapes, from dramatic coastlines to snow-capped peaks and lush forests.
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New Zealand Travel Tips From the Experts at RaD Car Hire
Looking for the best travel tips to make the most of your trip to New Zealand? You've come to the right place. With teams located throughout New Zealand, we've tapped into their expert local knowledge to pull together the best tips on places to visit, things to see and how to get there.
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Auckland
Hamilton
Queenstown
Napier
Taranaki
Rotorua
Taupo
Tauranga/Mount Maunganui
Northland
Wellington
Christchurch
Dunedin
Invercargill
Nelson/Marlborough
Te Anau/Fiordland
West Coast
10 Top Destinations Within a 3-Hour Drive of Auckland
Whether you are a local seeking some inspiration or it’s your first time visiting New Zealand and you’re starting to plan your adventure, you will be surprised to discover how many awesome destinations are located within 3 hours of Auckland.
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New Zealand Travel Tips for First-Time Visitors
In this guide, we’ll cover the essentials, from money and mobile data to accommodation options and common tourist mistakes, with a few local insights from our RaD teams located throughout the country
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The Best Lighthouses in New Zealand to Photograph
New Zealand has over 100 lighthouses located in some spectacular locations. Discover some of the best when it comes to capturing Insta-worthy photographs and get some top tips from our RaD team around the country.
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