Blog Posts Tagged "New Zealand"

In January, Caravan and Motorhome Club Members Neil and Marjorie ventured over 11,000 miles to New Zealand for a tailor-made trip before joining our January departure New Zealand Discovery escorted motorhome tour. Home to incredible landscapes, warm-hearted locals, and a tapestry of natural, cultural and historical wonders, it's no wonder they were drawn to this unique part of the world for a true holiday of a lifetime.

From the rugged outback of Australia to the glacial majesty of Canada, our world overflows with destinations that ignite the imagination. Southern Africa beckons with its epic safaris, while New Zealand's dramatic landscapes tempt adventure seekers. The USA boasts everything from bustling metropolises to awe-inspiring natural wonders. These inspiring places stir our souls with a promise of escape, discovery, and a connection to something bigger than ourselves.

Motorhome travel in New Zealand isn't just about the destination; it's about the journey. The flexibility to chart your own course, the convenience of home comforts, and the unparalleled access to remote vistas make motorhomes an ideal choice. Whether waking up to the sight of snow-capped peaks or enjoying a cup of tea amidst rolling hills, a motorhome brings these experiences to your doorstep.

The captivating and remote Fiordland National Park lies in the crevices and valleys of New Zealand's mountainous South Island. This colossal 1.2 million-hectare wilderness is sculpted from ice and rain, carved by ancient glaciers and saturated by copious rainfall that feeds its lush rainforests and glacial lakes.

On a motorhome holiday around New Zealand, you can experience a dynamic nation full of unique, thriving customs and passionate communities with deep spiritual connections to the land.

Throughout history, the resolute spirit of rail travel has traversed continents, uniting the world with a symphony of steel and steam. Majestic locomotives, with their powerful and relentless drive, have carried us on a journey of discovery and connection. From the grandeur of the Trans-Siberian Railway to the enchanting charm of the Orient Express, these feats of engineering have woven tales of adventure, aspiration, and innovation, whispering stories of untamed landscapes, bustling cities, and the dreams of pioneers. Rail travel, an enduring testament to human ingenuity, continues to evoke a sense of wonder, inspiring us to embark on extraordinary adventures.

Sustainable travel has become increasingly important in today's world as we strive to preserve our planet's natural beauty and resources for future generations. Embracing eco-friendly practices during our holidays is a small but significant way to make a positive impact. Our bespoke motorhome holidays offer a unique opportunity for travellers to adopt sustainable habits while exploring beautiful destinations in Australia, New Zealand, Southern Africa, Canada, and the United States.

This blog was written and submitted by Paul Wignall who toured New Zealand on a tailor-made version of our Grand New Zealand Caravan Tour.

Some of the best memories are made when we venture away from the norm and seek out the unusual. New Zealand is full of opportunities to really stretch your legs, with trails, cycle rides even white water rafting.

Surrounded by some 15,000 kilometres of coastline, New Zealand boasts some of the best bays and beaches in the world, each with their own unique characteristics. Here we look at some popular ones you can enjoy while on one of our New Zealand motorhome holidays.

There's nothing like that unparalleled rush of excitement when spotting a vast, graceful marine body breaching the ocean's depths. Quite simply, whale watching is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many holidaymakers. It's something once experienced, never forgotten.

Updated 22 June 2023

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We’re all on a drive to cut down on our waste, and be a little more kind to our planet. But we shouldn’t stop at home, its easy to stay sustainable on holiday too.

Our holidays are possible only because of the sacrifices that early pioneers made in the quest to take to the skies and venture further than anyone had previously. Nowadays, one can travel by air in relative luxury and at affordable prices but this certainly hasn't always been the case.

Driving a motorhome in New Zealand is a dream. With wide open roads, little traffic, few large towns and a friendly English speaking population navigation is straightforward. You’ll be quickly at home here and enjoying every second of your New Zealand adventure.

We've picked two of our favourite drives and the holidays on which you can experience them yourself!

Every year, our friends at Lonely Planet publish the ultimate list of countries, regions and cities which they deem must-visits for the year ahead. We're excited that more of the destinations that we offer have been chosen to represent 2022's Best in Travel than ever before.

There is so much to see and do in New Zealand that a self-drive holiday is a perfect option to ensure you see as much as you can. New Zealand is a magnificent country full of fantastic scenery and landscapes that are truly out of this world - you won't want to miss a single bit of it.

Planning your road trip holiday of a lifetime is no mean feat! It can seem like there are endless lists of things to do, items to buy and people to organise. Luckily, there is a lot of help and advice available for most of this planning. With a few top tips and some friendly advice, you can make sure you are ready and excited to start on your caravan holiday.

Are you finding campervan laws, rules and regulations a little confusing? You are not the only one! It can be tricky to know what you can and can't do and what documentation you need to carry when driving a campervan. It gets even more problematic when you start driving in other countries because each has its own laws and rules surrounding driving a campervan or motorhome.

With such a varied selection of tours, spanning across eight countries which, collectively, cover over 34 million kilometres², it's hard to highlight the best attractions of each country. But we've put together a handy A-Z of our tours, from Arthur's Pass to the Zambezi River!

Visitors to New Zealand are in for a real treat. There are few places in the world where you can enjoy such a sublime experience. Sub-tropical beaches, unique wildlife and majestic mountains provide the backdrop to lush green scenery as you travel by motorhome on your journey throughout New Zealand.

New Zealand might be a relatively small place when compared to other countries, but when you visit, you will find that every day there is a new sight to behold or a new adventure to experience.

New Zealand is the ultimate destination for a holiday of a lifetime. It is neatly divided into two islands, both equally beautiful but for different reasons. For mountains and sublime landscapes, then travelling to the South Island might be for you. However, if you are interested in stunning beaches, interesting geothermal activity and curious places to visit, then a trip to the North Island is just what is needed.

In the early days of long-haul travel, companies would entice customers with idyllic and colourful posters advertising exotic shores with the promise of warm sun and tropical scenery.

New Zealand is one of those holiday destinations that people dream of. It is for good reason that a trip to New Zealand is considered a holiday of a lifetime. A New Zealand road trip is full of sublime scenery, diverse nature, fantastic people and culture. This all adds up to make a holiday you will never forget.

For the ultimate holiday of a lifetime experience, few places are quite as impressive as New Zealand. This is a country that truly has it all. No matter where you go, there are amazing sights and awesome things to experience.

New Zealand is one of those few destinations around the globe where a holiday can genuinely be called a once in a lifetime trip. This is a destination known for sublime scenery where you can experience everything from epic mountain ranges to stunning underground caves, incredible glaciers and sandy beaches. This beautiful place has it all, and on top of that, it can offer the best in tasty cuisine too.

New Zealand is a dream destination for many people and for good reason. This fantastic destination is full of character, culture and history and also has such a diverse range of things to see and places to go, not to mention the setting in a stunning and majestic landscape. There are few places on earth to rival New Zealand as a once in a lifetime holiday experience.

New Zealand is one of those places that many people dream of visiting at least once in their lifetime and we can understand why.