17 Aug 2025
Powered vs unpowered campsites
Choosing the right campsite in New Zealand can make all the difference when you’re travelling by campervan. Whether you’re after the extra comfort of a powered site or the stripped-back simplicity of an unpowered one, there’s a perfect spot for every traveller.
This helpful guide unpacks what sets these campsites apart, and how to find the right fit for your trip around New Zealand.
Let’s take a closer look at your options and what to expect from each.
17 Aug 2025
Best powered campsites & holiday parks near Wellington
There’s something about Wellington that draws you in – a city that hums with culture, framed by hills and a lively harbour. Travelling here by campervan makes it even easier to discover the best of both worlds, with city life and nature just minutes apart.
Exploring the capital in a campervan has never been more popular, and the great range of powered campsites and holiday parks on offer make it so easy. They take the hassle out of finding a comfy spot to park up, with reliable electricity, hot showers and everything else you need for an easy stay. In this helpful guide, we share everything you need to know to plan the perfect campervan holiday in Wellington.
11 Aug 2025
Guide to Cromwell Heritage Precinct
Nestled on the edge of the sparkling Lake Dunstan, the Cromwell Heritage Precinct is Central Otago’s best-kept secret. When the old dam was completed and the original main street was swallowed under Lake Dunstan, the town set to work to create this collection of beautifully restored historic buildings, all set against a backdrop of New Zealand’s rugged mountain skyline and tranquil waters.
10 Aug 2025
Guide to Bob's Cove
Tucked into the rugged curve of Lake Wakatipu, Bob's Cove, Queenstown is an easy-to-reach pocket of paradise where glacial turquoise water meets scented beech forest. This protected cove is backed by thick native bush and is best known for its hiking, sweeping panorama of snow-dusted peaks, and opportunities for swimming or fishing in the gentle waters of the cove.