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Getting to set out exploring New Zealand in a Spaceship is something that people are lucky enough to do every day, but setting out in a Hybrid model takes this luck to a level of luxury! I was fortunate enough to take one of these beautiful vehicles for a weekend away up to the Bay of Islands.
FRI – Just finished work and am getting the grand tour through Machina Electrica, learning all about the bells and whistles of this fascinating vehicle. We were lucky enough to be given a very thorough explanation of the hybrid but as my partner and I both discovered, we were a little bit too excited about the whole thing to have actually listened. Note to self, when someone is explaining information to you about how something works, it is best to listen and stop your mind racing a million miles an hour thinking about all the fantastic things you are about to see!
We arrived in Paihia about 11pm at night after being stuck in typical Friday afternoon traffic leaving Auckland and some roadworks along the way. Nothing could faze us however and we easily found some signs leading us to a camper van allowed pay and display car park that would be our sleeping arrangements for the night.
SAT – Waking bright and early Sat morning to get to our day tour which left just after 7:30am we headed out of our Spaceship to find where we had slept the night before was also housing about 20 other camper vans. We must have hit the jackpot as nothing looked as beautiful as our bright orange Machina! We headed to a local bakery for some brekkie and chatted to the owners who were talking to us about the Keri Keri half marathon assuming that was why we were in town. As I scoffed down my pie for breakfast they changed their mind very quickly and asked where we were from. I love the friendly nature of small town New Zealand, who when they ask about you, are actually interested in what you have to say.
We then headed down to the wharf which was where our BRUCK (truck front, bus back) was picking us up from to take part in the Dune rider tour. We were welcomed on board by the friendly driver and took our seats on what was going to be a very long, but very rewarding day. My partner and I both noted how spacious the vehicle was which considering my partner is nothing short of a giant, was very much welcomed and incredibly comfortable for the both of us.
We were out on the road and soon at our first stop, a Maori Pa site that overlooked the beautiful Doubtless Bay. A few of us were willing to brave the windy conditions and take a short walk to the top of the site which was definitely worth being blown around for – the view was stunning! We then hopped back on board and headed for our morning tea and lunch pick up spot of Coopers Beach cafe which impressed me very much by the variety of food on offer.
Then it was on to Gumdiggers park where we were greeted by a gumboot fence and learnt that the term gumboot came from New Zealand which everyone was very surprised by. This place is amazing! Surrounded by ancient Kauri trees we got out and stretched our legs on a short stroll through part of the forest and were shown through ancient gumdiggers huts and stores. You could really feel the history of the place and were in complete awe as we walked through these massive trees that had seen so much in the world throughout their time. Now it was time to head to the top (or bottom if you go by Maori legend) of the North Island to see the beautiful Cape Reinga.
Along the way, we stopped off at the giant sand dunes and rode on the bus through Te Paki stream or quick sand stream as the locals call it. I was very happy to have someone else with so much experience driving through this terrain, as I was not feeling very confident we could have made it otherwise!! A huge walk up the dunes (which I nearly gave up on half way through as I couldn’t see me making it to the top) and a thrilling ride down on a boogie board I felt like a kid again and enjoyed every single minute of it .
Hearing the Maori tales of the Cape being where spirits come on their journey back to their ancestor’s homeland, I was prepared for a place of huge spiritual meaning – I was not disappointed. Seeing the 2 oceans (Pacific ocean and Tasman Sea) come together is something that words just can not describe. My partner and I spent a good 40 minutes out at the Cape just appreciating how lucky we were to be able to see this with our own eyes and enjoying every minute of it.
After such an awakening it was then back to our BRUCK to make our way to 90 mile beach. A beach that is only actually 60 miles in length, really does feel like 90 miles of white sand and pure beauty. Indulging myself in a bit of the Tuatua twist I discovered this beach was abundant with seafood and shellfish which got my tummy rumbling and scheduled the end of our 90 mile beach visit as it was time to head elsewhere.
Heading back to Paihia we stopped off along the way at Wanui and the ancient Kaori Museum which had the most elaborate staircase built inside the trunk of an enormous Kaori tree and then Mongonui fish and chip shop which is famous amongst New Zealanders and allowed me to get my seafood fix after getting so hungry at 90 mile beach earlier. Then we were back in Paihia and ready to get to a camp ground for the night.
SUN – We were lucky enough to have a bit of a sleep in as our Dolphin Discovery tour didn’t start until 9am. This cruise took us around some of the 144 islands that make up the beautiful Bay of Islands in the most comfortable catamaran. As someone who often gets sea sick, I am very pleased to say even though the water was very choppy, I remained feeling incredibly healthy. The cruise took us searching for dolphins through the scenic Bay and right through the hole in the rock. Going through an island on a catamaran is something that sounds surreal but is seriously an amazing experience. From here our cruise through the islands continued and included tails of Maori battles and European battles – we were lucky enough to set foot on one of the islands and walk up another Pa site. This site was an extremely important one as it was where France tried to colonise New Zealand not realising Britain had done so years earlier. The island itself is gorgeous with perfect white sandy beaches and crystal clear water. This cruise lasted about 4 hours and really did cover the islands at a high level. Obviously to visit all 144 islands would take much longer, but all the major islands and important sites were covered and having the time to get off the boat and explore an island really just capped it off. A welcome crew member on board the catamaran was a photographer! She took photos of everyone on the tour and all places we visited. This is perfect especially if your camera was to be left behind of batteries stop working. All in all the entire weekend was perfect, it was difficult to come home and head back to reality.
In the recent past using motorhome, hire has become a popular affair, as it makes the travelling more convenient and comfortable for the people. Well if you are, also thinking to spend the upcoming vacations in a dense forest or trekking around huge and snowy mountains you can just hire a motorhome and feel as comfortable as you are staying at your home.
Motorhome hire provides with an adventurous and exciting experience you can ever have in your holidays, just drive across the globe and explore all the places with your family and friends desire without any hassles. Motorhome is just similar to your home where you can cook, sleep and relax; you can carry your complete wardrobe and kitchen wherever you go. The size of Campervans and Motorhomes are quite heavy and bulky because they equip things like furniture, equipments etc. Therefore, a normal car driver cannot handle it easily; it is preferable that people who drive buses are trucks can handle it well.
In these holidays just go for a bubbly ride with motorhome hire, this is considered as the most easy and efficient for the travellers as they do not have the tension of thinking about accommodation, therefore they can visit the places without any tension and enjoy the vacations to the fullest.
The Motorhome hire Newzealand provides the best service for motorhome and campervan hire. The ownership is headed by Roger and Karen Ballantyne, both of them aims to provide the best customer service and add a personal feel to the services offered by them. While you are on holiday, they can secure the transport of yours. In addition to these information and assistance on itineraries, they also provide ferry bookings.
The features of there Campervan and Motorhomes includes a complete air-conditioned driving comfort, each of the model equips a sun awning along with economical turbo diesel motor. In addition, these models are fully self-contained and an effective Heating system is provided in each motorhome. Its Deluxe 2 berth Motorhome features all the facilities that make your living lavish and relaxing, it has a convenient indoor/outdoor living with the main access via side door that is protected by awning. All the motorhome are well maintained and have excellent condition.
If you are also planning to hire a motohome and drive by yourself then there are some considerations you have to keep in mind. If have come New Zealand on visitor’s permit and if you have a present international driving permit or else you must avail a driver license issued currently in the country. Hence, you can just abide by some simple rules and you can enjoy your holidays to the fullest. Just browse through http://www.motorhomehire.co.nz to know more.
MotorHome Hire New Zealand offer Tour in a fully fitted deluxe 2 berth campervan,3 berth or 4 berth motorhome ideally suited for New Zealand conditions. We also offer Christchurch Airport pickup & drop off Facility, and our vehicles are well maintained with an added personal touch to make holidaying with us more enjoyable and relaxing.
With the upcoming holidays you must be making plans to gear up towards exciting destinations, this vacations hiring a Motorhome will add up to your enthusiasm. Exploring out new places without any hassles is possible through Motorhome hire, as it is quite similar like living at your home rather it can be called as a mini home. The travellers have the facility to avail a complete kitchen, sound system, washrooms and lavish beddings. The motorhire are available in several sizes and shapes that are equipped with full-furnished facilities and air conditioners.
The Motor Home Hire New Zealand provides the best offers for the fully fitted two or three campervan or a four birth motorhome. A complete friendly assistance is provided that suits according to the travellers needs and make their travel experience more exciting and full of fun. The proud owners of the New Zealand motor hire provider are Roger and Karen Ballantyne that aims to provides a complete friendly assistance to their customers. Moreover, there is a facility of pick-up and drop-off vehicles at Auckland and Christchurch Airports.
The Campervans and Motorhomes are equipped with fully air-conditioned driving comfort, as these vehicles are quite heavy and bulky it is not easy for a normal car driver to drive. Therefore, people hire other drivers; probably the ones who drive buses or trucks can handle the vehicle better. The hired vehicles are provided with outdoor tables and chairs with an effective heating system in each motorhome.
Well if you are looking forward to camp into dense jungles or at snowy hills slopes then Motor caravan are the best options to get hold of best motorhire provider you can browse through http://www.motorhomehire.co.nz ,and check out several features of a motorhome where you can carry all your stuffs you use at home. The price tag for hiring for deluxe 2-berth campervan rates starts from NZ $75.00 per day and it can range upto NZ$125.00 per day, the specification for this includes a comfortable facilities for couples along with an efficient water and power supply.
Availing a motor is the most convenient and easy way to make you travelling experience more exciting and innovative of travelling as they provide a feel like home. One can get their favourite music, wardrobe, utensils and other stuffs they utilise day to day. Motorhome hire has become a latest holiday trend in recent past as it serve both as a transport as well accommodation purpose with a luxuries and lavish travel experience at an affordable price range.
Sick of paying heaps for storage of your goods both for business and home storage. Shipping Container storage may be your option. Look around ask your freinds and family for use of a small area on their property to put a container save save save. Our staff can have a price for storage and/or relocations within 24 hours, We deliver door to door Australia wide and now service New Zealand and Fiji.
Your standard removalist will make you wait up to 14 days for your furniture and it may have been loaded and unloaded 3-5 times because they need to put it on a semi for transport, this will never happen with a container and you will have your furniture or goods within 3 – 5 days Australia wide. Hire a bigger container and put the family car inside or get a price for ACR to transport your car, free instant depot to depot quotes: http://cartransport.acraustralia.com/quote/index.html
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Removals Insurance is also available through ACR Australia, we can insure you even if you are loading and unloading yourself or have any company in Australia moving you – they cant or wont provide insurance cover we will and for removalists transported and loaded relocations we can provide a full A class Insurance cover.
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You can also find a load calculator to find out how much furniture or goods you have to move, this is a very valuable tool when shopping around for relocations as you can tell the removalist how many m3 you have to move allowing him to give you a price quicker. http://acraustralia.com/calculator.htm
ACR is one of Australias Premium Removalists and relocation service suppliers, we are one of the very few companies that will provide you with absolutely all the services you need to move. We can assist you with everything from the cat and dog to your car, boat and furniture.
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Constructed to meet the intense demands of sea travel, shipping containers are strong, secure and weather and vermin proof–key requirements for both temporary and permanent storage.
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Shipping Containers are an effective and safe way to store and transport your furniture and Goods at your leisure. You can save money by loading your container yourself then store it on your own property saving on rental costs and Transport fees. Hire and sales of containers are quite reasonable and transport locally and interstate is cost effective. Safety of your goods is assured as only the most desperate thieves would take the time and effort to break into one of these highly secure containers.
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Shipping Containers are an effective and safe way to store and transport your furniture and goods at your leisure. You can save money by loading your container yourself then store it on your own property saving on rental costs and Transport fees. Hire and sale, prices for containers are quite reasonable and transport locally and interstate is cost effective. Safety of your goods is assured as only the most desperate thieves would take the time and effort to break into one of these highly secure containers.
Self loading of your container saves money by not paying for labour costs with a removalist, you are also assured that every effort is made to secure your valued possessions. You can even transport your car in the container another saving to your family. Containers come with a number of points to tie down your goods, containers are weatherproof and pervious to storm conditions as they are made for sea travel and its varied weather conditions. Purchase a container for overseas moves and be assured your furniture will arrive as you packed it.
Removalists in Australia due to the distances traveled will load three or four households in a semi to save on costs, this means you wait for your goods and should some of the other households have vermin or pests in their load you will have them also. Containers contain only what you put in them and go direct from one location to another, simple easy and fast. Containers can usually be delivered from to any location in Australia to any location within 7 days. Should you require storage for several weeks or months it is simple you have them stored at our depots without the need to unload and load again, another saving and the container storage rates are reasonable.
Moving and storing your goods for a long period think about buying the container and save on hire costs, you can sell the container later and get some of the costs back, containers retain their resale value. Store your purchased container on your own land or at a friends and pay nothing for hire or storage. Once you move into your house use the container as a shed it is cheaper by far than buying and erecting a shed of a comparable size and it can be lifted into place over your house easily and economically.
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Many visitors come to New Zealand for the very first time and then they decide to want to come back because they didn’t allow themselves enough time to visit both Islands.
Be sure to ask all your questions in advance -and at any stage of your holiday planning to receive as much information as possible to make your planned stay as enjoyable as possible.
12 tips and more for your camper van hire in New Zealand:
- Hires out of Auckland for peak season travel availability from Auckland can be very restricted, limited or not possible.
- Plan to stay at least for 3 weeks – 10 days North Island and 10 days South Island.
- All Motorhomes and camper vans go onto the Cook Strait ferry and cannot be exchanged at the respective Wellington or Picton ferry terminals (Wellington is on the North Island – Picton on the South Island).
- First and last day count as hire days – camper van and Motorhome hires are based on calendar day hire – so you can pick up on day one first thing in the morning and drop the vehicle off on your last day at the latest by 5 pm.
- After hour pick up is a hassle. Allow 2 hours for Auckland pick up and at least 1 hour for Christchurch pick up. For plane arrivals after 3 pm – it will not be possible to collect the camper van on same day.
- Most NZ Motorhome companies want their vehicles in Auckland – so the preferred option of hire is from Christchurch to Auckland.
- Pick up and drop off either at Auckland or Christchurch – depots are usually located close to the airports.
- Children under 5 years of age have to be seated in an approved child car seat – no need to bring your own – this can be provided at very little extra costs.
- New Zealand Roads are most suited for vehicles with manual gear shift – most 4 or 6 berth Motorhomes are equipped with manual gear shift only.
- For long haul travellers we strongly recommend to have their first night in a hotel or Motel etc and start their Camper van holiday the next day.
- You do not need a special drivers licence to drive a Motorhome or camper van in New Zealand.
- For peak season travel we strongly recommend to book at least 3 months ahead to avoid disappointment later on.
- Over the Christmas/New Year period please pre-book your site at caravan parks as in some hot spots availability will be restricted.
- Most roads in NZ are sealed roads however some road restrictions exist and it is prohibited to drive a rental vehicles on those roads.
- Breakdowns do happen – 24 hour road assistance is offered but can often be delayed depending where visitors are stranded therefore not always possible.
There are 100 or more ways to improve your planning for a successful camper van holiday in New Zealand – we hope that you have found these 12 tips and more for your campervan hire useful and informative.
It is always exciting to leave one place and move to the new one. But packing all the things and shifting them from one place to the other in a single stride is a tough task. At such times van hire is all that you need. Van rental is also very useful if you are planning a road trip or a long family vacation with a large group of people, in addition to the entire required luggage. It makes toting luggage, kids and all their accessories easy and comfortable. Today’s models are extremely comfortable and easy to drive, too. Travelers can save significant money by carpooling with a large group in a standard 8, 12 or 15 passenger van. These come in many sizes and flavors that include:
These days’ people opt for van hire as compared to other means. The reason being that these can be used as vehicle to carry heavy materials such as sand and gravel, moving homes, businesses .The companies that have blossomed in this part of the sector are removal businesses.
If you are planning to move your home, then consider the following things before doing that.
Moving Date: usually the day on which the contract is signed. But try if you get a weekend as traffic and charges fir the hire are less when compared to other days.
Inventory: Do an inventory of all the items that you wish to take with you. The items you no more require either dump them or give them in charity.
Important Documents: Get all your important documents like insurance policies, bank statements, and legal documents etc, separated from the general clutter.
Remain Alert : Pay attention to your large stuff like all the big goodies, white goods and oversized items like pianos, refrigerators and handle with care things, this will help the van hire company to figure out your load requirement.
Make move easier: Pack all your things before the van arrives.
Choose correct van: Keep in mind the following points.
The distance you will be traveling on the whole for your move. The volume of goods that you need to carry Your driving ability and familiarity with larger vehicles or you will require a driver. The timescale for your this move.
Unload the items: Unload the larger items first followed by smaller ones. It’s best to tackle these items.
There are certain mistakes that shouldn’t happen when you rent a van:
Missing deadlines for purchased insurance Plan your trip in advance – using more the amount of diesel you need. Incurring extra toll charges with those extra trips, Extending the hire beyond your intended budget, Having to extend your own insurance, Not using the van as intended.
There are plenty of truck hire services available online and the consumers have a variety of choices. But making the right and correct choice is the most important. For people living in rental accommodation, choosing the right truck hire provider is very important as this has a bearing on the monthly budget if they have to move regularly. In case of industry and trade, the right provider can make the difference between profit and loss considering the importance of the goods being delivered safely and on time with cost savings as well.
Now apparently, the question arises- How one can one find the best truck hire Auckland Company?
Well, these are the most common steps one should follow, before making any final deal for hiring a truck:
Searching: Through the Internet, you can find and list out all the agencies that are near to your location as it will no doubt save your time and extra efforts during transportation.
Determination: Match the quantity of the goods to be transported with the truck so that the most efficient vehicle is booked which saves cost. Aim should be to keep trips at the minimum.
Budget: Then select an affordable agency which suits your budget.
Extra Services: Always ask for the other services provided by the rental agencies like discount, driver, fuel charges, road assistance etc.
You should be familiar of the Company’s rules and policies with major concern to Insurance Policies in order to avoid the future damages.
Preventive tips that you should always keep in mind for a safe journey:
Always keep the agency’s number for assistance in case of unexpected. The number should be stored in your mobile and in your wallet as well.
Be aware that the truck provided is in roadworthy condition as safety is of paramount importance – both of the occupants and the goods.
Sanjana Sharma is the author of this article. For more information about truck hire Auckland, van rental, minibus rental, car rental Auckland please visit this link van hire Auckland.
You are moving to your new house that requires moving all things from a needle to a piano. Bringing all the pieces to your new house can be a tedious task. To make things easier, renting a truck is the best option. It is always a stressful activity to relocate to a new place and start afresh. If you are towing large loads over distances then it can be a headache for you.
To rent a truck can prove to be quit cost effective. It is best when compared to multiple trips back and forth with your own vehicle. It all depends on your financial condition. If you can spend a handsome amount then you can opt for door to door service. This will relieve you from the whole work of relocation. But in case you are on some budget, Auckland van rental services are the best.
Auckland Trucks are well maintained. There is no question of their malfunctioning or breakdown in the mid of the journey. Some of the features that should be taken care of:-
To make it easy to load and unload the different items, check if it has loading ramps with it.
To protect furniture pieces from damage, use furniture pads during transportation.
To safely secure your loaded items, tie it with down straps.
Anyway, your relocation process can be less stressful through following tips:
Demand and Supply: Book your truck in advance. Their demand is high on week days, festive seasons and end of the month. Research the companies. And you will find that their price varies from day to day, from month to month, from state to state. Better get an early reservation. Truck rental companies are more likely to give you a lower price if they know they still have half a dozen trucks vacant on that particular day.
Inspection and Understand: When you start filling the rental form, inspect the truck thoroughly. Look for dents, scratches, rust, latches and locks on the doors as well. This will help you in documentation and you will not be charged for the damage latter. Know the size of the truck in advance. Make sure that you have understood every clause of the agreement.
Insurance: Most of the companies offer optional insurance to cover the vehicle. This includes accident insurance, limited loss and damage waivers and cargo insurance. Go for the insurance coverage of the vehicle.
License: If you are driving yourself or hiring a driver, check that the license is updated.
Test Drive: Go for 30 min test drive on your truck to know if there are any oil leakages and any other problem relating to tyres, brakes, speedometer or windshield.
Lastly, get copies of all of the important documents from the rental company. This includes the rental agreement, a truck inspection sheet and any other paperwork that is suggested.
If you are planning for holiday vacation to any stunningly beautiful country then you must go to New Zealand. It’s most famous and lively cities are the major tourist attractions in the world. You will get the freedom and flexibilities to visit everything from the Franz Josef Glacier on the South Island to the vineyards in Hawkes Bay on the North Island and multimedia tour of the universe. Most loveliness lies in the paradoxes in its ecological heritage and Art Gallery New Zealand boasts a series of unparalleled golden-sand beaches and most famous Karangahape Road or parts of South Auckland.
If you want to go New Zealand, then you can plan for independent holiday vacation plans as well as short excursions from the cities. Don’t waste a minute of limited time waiting for. You know that you need a New Zealand rental campervan or motor home to benefit from all that country had to offer. Quickly discover campervans supplier like Backpacker campervan, Apollo campervans with affordable rates and best deals on Campervan Rentals in New Zealand.
New Zealand has a network of NZ campervans rental branches providing campervan on rent and 4WD vehicle’s at budget car rental prices.
There are some very important tips before going to holiday package with campervan.
Check Vehicle is well prepared and without any defect.
Stock up enough delicious food, snacks for any lengthy road trips and also Hot & Cold Running Water storage.
Check seat belts of your campervans to avoid any kind of accident.
Don’t ignore engine warning lights and head lights.
Check it out inside campervan toilet/shower facilities is there?
Comfortable sleep and easy cooking facilities available?
Most needed 2 Burner Gas Stove, available or not?
Cooking devices that can be the basis of fires, catch fire facilities is there?
Essential is to arrange a driver for long period of the campervan tour as you expect trip to be hassle free and peaceful. Long stress less journey with enjoyment, we should always be aware off campervans facilities before vacation to make a memorable trip.
Last but not least, always examine the terms and conditions of the campervan rental contributor’s website carefully. When you go with holiday tour with campervan keep the campervan rental company’s contact information with you. In case of tragedy you may require to contact them.
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