Find a Flatshare or Houseshare in New Zealand
Flatting in New Zealand is like the TV show Friends, except housemates are uglier and you are 9,000 miles away from New York… Anyway, sharing a hous
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Where to Camp for Free on the North Island
The most rugged and raw backpacker experience! Camping is a great way to immerse yourself in the wilderness, which, after all, that is what New Zealand is al
Freedom Camping in Rotorua
Nothing sounds sweeter to a backpacker or budget traveller’s ears than the word “free”. Freedom camping in Rotorua is a great way to save tens or possibly
Freedom Camping in Taupo
When there are so many adventure activities to pay for, why would you want to pay for accommodation? Luckily, there are plenty of free camping spots in Taupo, especially for t
Freedom Camping in Wellington
You don’t have to dig too deep into your pockets when exploring the Greater Wellington region. The councils have been very generous with their freedom camping laws,
Be Kind When You Camp
Going camping in New Zealand? Lucky you! There’s nothing like setting up camp in a quiet campsite with the Southern Hemisphere stars above and dozing to the sound of the na
How to Use Airbnb in New Zealand
So you want to stay with locals or want a good deal on a holiday rental and you’ve heard that Airbnb was a thing or you’ve used Airbnb in other countries a
Where to Find the Best Accommodation in Auckland for Backpackers
Where to stay in New Zealand’s largest city? And, of course, this means Auckland has the largest choice of backpacker hostels. He
Crazy Characters to Observe in Your Backpacker Hostel
The backpacker hostel is an intriguing environment found over most continents on our planet. An ecosystem of cheapness attracts migrating species
How to Get Around Auckland
Auckland is a transport hub in New Zealand both locally and internationally! Getting around is very easy by bus, train and ferry.
Auckland’s bus services are by far th