Popular places to visit in New Zealand

If you’re not a New Zealand resident, then you can drive with your current driver’s license for up to 12 months, as long as it’s in English or you have an International Driving Permit. After this time, however, you’re required to obtain a license from New Zealand. You should make sure to carry your driver’s license with you every time you drive. Anyone caught driving over the limit (which is 0.8ml/l) will face a fine and refusal to take a breathalyzer test will result in arrest. If you’re carrying children under five years old, then they must be seated in an approved restraint.

In New Zealand they drive on the left hand side of the road and give way on the right. In terms of speed limits, the open road is 100 kmph and in urban areas it’s 50 kmph. Due to the distances between cities, the motorways are well maintained, although drivers should be aware of weather extremes. It’s easy to underestimate travelling times to make sure to give yourself plenty of time.

Renting a car is a cheap and efficient way to explore this country. However, if you decide on a carhire in New Zealand, then you must be aged 21 or above. All major cities provide a good selection of rental companies which are able to offer you have wide range of cars to suit both your practical requirements and financial capabilities.

With naturally stunning terrain, interspersed with original Maori settlements and vibrant metropolises, it’s not hard to appreciate why New Zealand is such a popular tourist holiday destination. There’s truly something for everyone: from hiking across mountain ranges and discovering new cultures to relaxing in sulfurous mud pools and indulging in high-class nightlife. Make New Zealand your next adventure!

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