A quick guide to: Christchurch

Christchurch, the largest city in New Zealand's South Island, is also one of its most beautiful. This is perhaps why it has been given the affectionate nickname ‘The Garden City'.

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What to bring on your winter road trip holiday around New Zealand

New Zealand is a winter wonderland. Whether you're exploring the winding mountain roads of the South Island or the great, undulating hills of the north, you'll see craggy peaks lit up with brilliant h...

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Ace Rental Cars' favourite New Zealand Beaches

New Zealand is a country where fun, outdoor experiences are the name of the game. From bungee jumping in Queenstown to exploring the wilderness of Northland, there is a genuine plethora of things to s...

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Lord of the Rings / Hobbit Filming Locations Road Trip

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In 2001, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring was released around the world, putting New Zealand tourism on the map like never before. Over a decade and five films on and NZ is equated t...

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How to save on car rental on your New Zealand road trip

So you're thinking about taking a road trip through New Zealand? Great! Aotearoa is one of the prettiest countries in the world to drive through, with both the North and South Island practically swath...

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Which New Zealand rental car is the best option?

With the many different car rental options on offer here at Ace Car Rentals, you're certainly not short on possibilities when it comes organising your next New Zealand road trip adventure. Whether yo...

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What you need to know about: State Highway 1, New Zealand

Every developed nation in the world has its major infrastructure arteries, pumping commerce and tourism throughout the body (or in this case country). New Zealand's major road is not just a great way...

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An Ace road trip: Picton to Golden Bay

When keen New Zealand holiday goers traverse the gorgeous sapphire seas of Cook Strait from Wellington to the South Island, they travel through some of our most picturesque scenery. But once you alig...

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