Following what for many of us is the hectic pre-Christmas rush, the festive season is typically seen as a time for relaxation and indulgence while savouring moments with family. For most it commences with the excitement of unwrapping gifts beneath th

It has been a brilliant start to the 2024 summer holidays weatherwise, no complaints here, even though the South Wairarapa is in a drought. The hills are brown with long grass waving in the northerly winds; by comparison the vineyards are vibrant gre

Clear blue skies and acres of lush pasture stretching away to a mountain backdrop. Sounds ideal, right? But a look at the roadside where a recent torrential rainstorm has pushed the tarseal right off the road and up against nearby fences tells a diff

As we transition into the delightful days of a sunny autumn, it’s with great pleasure that we bring you the latest edition of our magazine. The start of this year has been marked by warmth and humidity, and as we peer ahead to the forecast for March

During the summer holidays, the population in the Far North can easily quadruple as visitors and part-time residents flock to beaches, baches and B&Bs with recreation and relaxation in mind. It’s also a popular time for events and activities that add

Hey there, fellow furballs! Whew, what a scorcher of a summer it’s been! I’ve already had my summer trim, but with this heat, I reckon I’ll need another one soon. The cool tiles in the bathroom have become my go-to spot to beat the heat. We’ve been h

Autumn has arrived with March coming around all too fast, and planning for the Covi SuperShow over 15–17 March is underway by much of the RV Industry. Nick Blair from Kaimai RV is pleased to have secured the distributorship for the Winnebago American

Perched on the hills above Plimmerton in Wellington is motorhome and caravan distributor RV Direct NZ Ltd. The business was originally based in Hamilton until the current owners Craig and Penny Welsh bought the business in 2019. The couple had been o

We wanted to have a Christmas adventure in Central Otago, away from the madding crowds. Which is only slightly different to maddening crowds. As usual, there was no real plan except it would involve Central Otago and there’d have to be a bit of toing

January 2024 marks the 25th birthday of Walkabout Motorhomes, a family-based business that remains steadfast in its commitment to excellence. The journey began when Shane and Noelene Smale, after experiencing the joys of hiring a motorhome, decided t

Manoeuvring a caravan can be a daunting task, but it can be a breeze with the right knowledge and expertise. Motor movers have been available for many years helping to move caravans, boats, horse floats and trailers with ease. Motor movers are a safe

All Kiwi travellers in every RV should by rights have boats onboard with them. A small rubber dinghy, a pair of kayaks, perhaps. It stands to reason, for New Zealand is endowed with as many fine waterways to explore as scenic roads in mountains and f

January 2024 saw Walkabout Sales – Ci Motorhomes in Auckland celebrating 25 years in business, so we stopped in to congratulate owners Shane and Noelene Smale on this milestone and to catch up on their latest news. Some changes have taken place in th

We entertained my daughter’s Canadian in-laws for Christmas – imagine Christmas in summer when you’re used to freezing temperatures and a very good chance of snow. It was certainly a change for them. They’re keen divers and one of their days was to b

Since the earthquakes, Christchurch has welcomed a wave of new craft breweries and the city is fast carving out a reputation as the home of flavour-filled, diverse beers. According to Ralph Bungard of Three Boys Brewery, it’s probably thanks to the c

LIGHTWEIGHT – UK Swift Celebrate caravan (vol23) The UK-manufactured SWIFT RV brand is well-known in New Zealand for both lightweight caravans and their popular motorhomes. There are dealers around the country both north and south, who are knowledgea