Category Archives: New Zealand

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

Having a blast in and around Christchurch

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

If you’re planning to take a short vacation with your family or friends, Christchurch and its surroundings may just be the perfect destination. Settled on the River Avon, this is the largest city of New Zealand’s South Island and third biggest in the country. Once it was famous as the most English city out of England, but nowadays it’s known as the Earthquake City (the reason for this being a big earthquake which hit the town in 2011), but this should in no way deter you from visiting it, knowing that...Read More

Heading for a Dreamy NZ Winter Adventure

Posted on July 14, 2016 by noel in New Zealand, Travel Tips

Who said you have to stay at home this winter? New Zealand is a great place to explore even during the cold months, as the roads are not congested, the snow-capped mountains look at their best and the thermal areas are particularly enjoyable at that time of the year. Transfercar has plenty of good deals in winter; check them out! Thermal pools Known as the pulsating heart of Maui’s fish, Lake Taupo is a former volcano that changed the shape of this part of the world in 181 AD. Apart from lake cruises,...Read More

Exploring the Natural Wonders of NZ’s South Island

Posted on June 17, 2016 by noel in New Zealand, Travel Tips, Uncategorized

New Zealand’s South Island is undoubtedly one of the Earth’s gems when it comes to natural beauty. Being rich in flora and fauna alike and home to some of the most remarkable scenery spots in the world, narrowing the list and pinpointing only a several places worth visiting is an extremely hard task. With a lot of consideration and with absolute uniqueness as the primary criteria for securing a place on this list, here are the places that should not be missed while exploring the natural wonders of the...Read More

Touring NZ’s finest filming locations

Posted on May 27, 2016 by noel in New Zealand, Travel, Travel Tips

Known for its untamed nature and marvellous landscapes, New Zealand has become one of the world’s most popular destinations for film-making. The scenery is just perfect for a movie, which is why many blockbusters have started their journey right here, in the heart of Aotearoa. Listed below are some of the most popular movies filmed in our stunning country, that you can go visit among one of our free rental car or campervan! The Lord of the Rings Trilogy No other place in the world could...Read More