subject: The Gift Of Travel This Christmas [print this page] One possible way to get the whole family gung-ho about a reunion at Christmas is to take campervan to the place you are headed. Make it a family outing that culminates into a reunion.
Campervan hire is the simplest way for you to discover what New Zealand has to offer at your own leisure. You will be surprised at the number of tourist offerings in your own country that you are often unaware of. Most campervan hire companies offer you pre-determined drive routes to various destinations across New Zealand. You could opt for these and take in the sights as you go along. Or as a well seasoned New Zealander, you could head out on your own.
The wonderful thing about a campervan holiday is that you can customize it to suit your needs in terms of budget, the number of people on board, number of days you plan to be on the road and so on. Campervans are available in simple 2-berths to as many as six berths. Backpacker Campervans are for those small families or couples who would like a change in the way they holiday. These are comfortable vans that offer you all the necessary accommodations and utilities you require at a budget that will put a smile on your face.
If you are driving in the city of New Zealand, then it would make sense for you to hire a campervan or a backpacker campervan that can be left at a branch office at your destination. Logistically campervans make more sense since they provide you with accommodations on the go. Petrol is what will be your highest expenditure, but here too you will not have much of an issue.
The best thing about New Zealand is that you dont always need a fixed route in mind. If you are headed south, you will find that it is sparsely populated and offers you more in terms of landscapes and wild expanses. Southern cities have a more town-like feel to them. If you plan to cruise through the northern cities like Auckland, you can be sure that you will never be too far from a good restaurant, pub or cinema.
Driving in New Zealand for a native or newcomer is relatively easy compared to other countries. This is mainly because of a small population and an excellent road system. All driving is to the left of the road. The only trouble you may run into is uneven terrain, where your campervan may heave a little to get up a slope or rocky terrain. Weather, as usual, can be a little unpredictable so it would make sense for you to be prepared with mobile phones as well as snow chains, especially during winters. Make sure that you hire a campervan from those who give you round-the-clock telephone service and who have a good number of branches. This is so that you can get help as soon as you need it.
There are also a number of places that you can park your van safely for the night. Government run camps are a better choice considering the security element and the hot water, cooking and bathing facilities if needed. However, you will have to shell out a small price ranging from NZ$5 to NZ$15 a night.
