Christchurch is the gateway to the whole Canterbury region and is a great place to start your South Island journey. Here’s USAVE’s pick of activities and places to visit from Christchurch during winter.

Tags: new zealand activities, new zealand travel, winter
Posted in New Zealand Travel & Tourism

Many rental car companies provide the very basics with their hire vehicles, so if you’re renting a car for exploring New Zealand, adding a few optional extras such as a GPS unit or baby seat can make your journey easier, safer and more comfortable. At USAVE we have a number of optional extras you can choose from to help you make the most of your rental car and your trip.

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Posted in Blog

Minibus rentals can be useful for an outing or school excursion, as well as for cutting down journey costs and making a trip with extended family and friends. They provide ample leg room and luggage space, and are perfect for going longer distances when you want to make the journey more comfortable for everyone. In general minibuses are easy to drive and manoeuvre, but there are some driving tips you should observe for the sake of safety and economy.

Tags: Driving Safety in New Zealand, new zealand travel, travel tips
Posted in New Zealand Driving Tips

If you’re finding yourself feeling hot and bothered in New Zealand’s largest city, a USAVE summer rental car is the perfect way to get out and take a refreshing break. There are many locations dotted around the city and surrounding harbour that are a little off the radar, which makes them great for escaping the crowds as well.

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Wherever you plan to travel in New Zealand, ensure you get the most from your trip by choosing the correct car hire vehicle. Driving in NZ can be challenging at times so having the right vehicle can make your journey safer and more comfortable.

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Posted in Vehicles

There are many ways to get from A to B, and in New Zealand the two main methods of transport are by car and by plane. Every holiday is different and you should weigh up a number of different factors before deciding how you want to travel. Although travelling by air is quicker and more direct, there are some great reasons to consider New Zealand car rental instead.

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Posted in New Zealand Travel & Tourism

New Zealand’s ski fields offer world-class skiing and snowboarding with a range of slopes for all abilities in the North and South Island. Check them out here.

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Posted in New Zealand Travel & Tourism

From 5am, Sunday 25 March 2012 two new give way rules commence in New Zealand. Ensure you understand the new road rules and enjoy driving our rental cars safely.

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Posted in New Zealand Driving Tips

Dunedin’s location on the east coast of the lower South Island makes it a superb base for a holiday or weekend tour. Here are some of the places to discover in your rental car while in the region.

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Posted in New Zealand Travel & Tourism

The Lonely Planet has named Queenstown and the Southern Lakes as number 8 in its top 10 places to visit in 2012, so head down to the region and discover why the area is so deserving of this endorsement. Check out our pick of the best destinations in the region and take your rental car on a road trip to explore at your own pace.

Tags: dunedin car rentals, New Zealand Self Drive Tours, new zealand travel, queenstown attractions
Posted in New Zealand Travel & Tourism