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    Campervans,  New Zealand

    7 Tips For Buying A Campervan In New Zealand

    This post shares my insights and top tips on finding and buying a secondhand campervan in New Zealand. A road trip journey through New Zealand’s breathtaking landscapes is a dream shared by many travellers. From the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps to the pristine shores of the North Island beaches, New Zealand is a…

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    Auckland,  New Zealand,  North Island

    How To Get Around Waiheke Island (By Car, Bike, Bus & On Foot)

    Are you planning your trip to Waiheke Island and wondering how to get around the island once you get there? You’ve come to the right place! In this post, you’ll learn how to explore Waiheke Island by walking, using the bus, cycling and driving. Once you arrive on Waiheke Island by ferry, there are numerous…

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  • auckland skyline fullers ferry waiheke island new zealand
    Auckland,  New Zealand,  North Island

    How To Get To Waiheke Island From Auckland (Fullers Vs Sealink)

    Planning your trip to from Auckland to Waiheke Island by ferry? You’ve come to the right place! This post will explain everything you need to know about travelling by ferry from Auckland to Waiheke Island. You will discover how to travel on the ferry as a foot passenger, with a bike or a vehicle, including…

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  • view of blue bays with a sailing boat and green rolling hills with trees - waiheke island in auckland new zealand
    Auckland,  New Zealand,  North Island

    16 Fun Things To Do On Waiheke Island Without A Car

    Want to know what you can do on Waiheke Island without a car? This post will tell you everything you need to know about visiting Auckland’s gorgeous Waiheke Island without a car. Waiheke Island is just a short 20-minute ferry ride from Auckland on the fast ferry for passengers, making it a great destination to…

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    Campervans,  New Zealand

    Ultimate Cost Guide To Buying A Campervan In New Zealand

    If you’re coming to New Zealand to travel and thinking of buying a campervan, you’re probably wondering: how much does a campervan cost to buy in New Zealand? I remember when I was planning my trip to New Zealand and I googled this very question myself! I was hoping for an answer to tell me…

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    Campervans,  New Zealand

    10 Essential Things To Know Before You Buy A Campervan | New Zealand

    In this post, we look at 10 essential things you NEED to know before you buy a campervan in New Zealand. These important things are essential things to know for everyone who wants to buy a campervan in New Zealand. Plus, I share my top tips and recommendations for how to buy a campervan in…

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Hello, I’m Lauren!

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Lauren is a travel writer from the U.K., specialising in maximising travel experiences on a modest budget. She’s been travelling for over 15 years and lived and worked in 7 different countries, including Scotland, New Zealand and Japan. She’s on a mission to inspire adventure and show you how to travel for longer, for cheaper and have more authentic travel experiences.
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