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For rugby fans worldwide, a trip to New Zealand is a bucket list essential. Home of the All Blacks, this little island in the South Pacific is proud of its rich rugby history. Whether you’re visiting for the 2017 rugby tour of New Zealand, or on holiday, we’ve mapped out the ultimate itinerary around the North Island.

Over three weeks, visit cultural and geological highlights of this natural paradise interspersed with test matches, activities and a visit to the New Zealand Rugby Museum.

There's no doubt about it: New Zealand is the adventure capital of the world. However, the stunning landscapes, beautiful beaches, buzzing cities and a rich cultural history mean the South Island and the North Island are both places not to be rushed through. 

So why not slow the pace a bit? We've taken two of our favourite roadtrips and found our favourite farmers' markets in New Zealand en route, so whether you're on the North Island or South Island, we recommend you park up your campervan, buy yourself some local produce and a coffee, sit back and soak up all that NZ has to offer.

Dalene and Pete' explored all of the views you can discover on a three week camping road trip adventure throughout New Zealand as they go off the grid and into the wild.

New Zealanders have had a love affair with camping holidays for generations, and as a result you'll encounter a camping culture that is both welcoming and well organised. There are more than 800 vehicle-accessible campsites throughout the country, ranging from remote wilderness camping grounds to groomed inner-city holiday parks. Make the most of your Maui campervan hire by staying at different types of campsites on your travels.

Somehow, your own photographs just never do them justice – those awe-inspiring, picture-postcard scenes, the ones you want to remember forever. Get ready to see plenty of them on your Maui campervan road trip, and look out for some of our favourites…

New Zealand is a dream destination for campervan travellers, boasting landscapes so varied and dramatic that every day's journey will linger long in the memory. From its smouldering volcanic heart to its fresh, coastal fringes, the beauty of New Zealand's landscapes will leave you breathless.

If you're not having fun, you're probably not doing it right – although with a Maui campervan it's pretty hard to go wrong. Make the most of your experience by planning properly, packing right, and following these tips for hassle-free camping.

Looking for a romantic getaway? You’ve come to the right place, because campervanning gets you closer in more ways than one. An easy way to travel that’s low on stress, big on fun – and packed full of fresh air and sunshine – a campervan road trip will work wonders on your love life, and here’s how.

Eating and drinking is a wonderful way to explore a country, opening doors to new cuisines and cultural experiences, while providing the most basic of human needs –wine, cheese and chocolate, for example. A Maui campervan holiday is the perfect way to a get taste of New Zealand. Here are our top tips for making the most of it.

​With more courses per capita than anywhere else in the world, New Zealand is the perfect place for a golfing holiday. A Maui campervan is a great way to get around them, allowing you to take in amazing scenery along the way and park overnight in spectacular campsites. There’s plenty of room on board to stow your clubs. Here we bring you some of New Zealand’s classic hits, north to south.