Category Archives: Travel Tips

Driving in Queensland with a foreign licence

Posted on January 23, 2012 by noel in Travel Law, Travel Tips

Information retrieved directly from the Queensland Govt Website What is a foreign driver licence? A foreign driver licence is a licence to drive a motor vehicle issued to you under the law of another country. Note: A New Zealand driver licence is also a foreign driver licence. Can I drive in Queensland under my valid foreign driver licence? When driving on a road in Queensland under your valid foreign driver licence you must: only drive the class of motor vehicle authorised on that licence comply with the...Read More

Auckland to Christchurch: What are my travel options?

Posted on January 19, 2012 by noel in Transport, Travel Tips

Getting between Auckland and Christchurch is relatively easy. You can fly, bus, train or drive and the distance to drive between these locations is around 1050kms. However each option has its good and bad points and varies in cost. Before you decide which option you want to take, you should consider what your travel plans and budget are and weigh up the pros and cons of each alternative. I’ve done a little research and come up with the following information. Remember that the cost of travel changes during...Read More

Tasmania, hottest in 2012 travel

Posted on January 11, 2012 by noel in Travel Tips

Tuesday, 10 January 2012| Travel Blackboard Spreading across the global travel radar, Tasmania is pegged to be one of the hottest holiday destinations worldwide during the year. Drawn to its under-the-radar feel, upcoming art scene and pristine nature, the state located below the main Australian island is expected to draw a large number of visitors from across the world, according to research compiled by guidebook producers, Mr & Mrs Smith. Read the full story on Travel Blackboard Check out...Read More

Bazaar Restaurant Gold Coast: Which Worldly Markets Will You Eat At Tonight?

Posted on December 20, 2011 by noel in Travel Tips

By Brooke | December 18th, 2011 | Why Go Australia Reading reviews of Bazaar will leave you with images of the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, surrounded by colorful carpets, bags of spice and dried fruits. You’ll start to picture yourself picking from this and that, having a nibble (or a feast) from the eclectic mix of local delicacies. Or, you might envision yourself walking on the streets of China, picking up barbecue pork buns or fried noodles for an evening meal. Bazaar sounds exotic and rustic… and...Read More

Win an adventure with Transfercar

Posted on December 6, 2011 by noel in News, Transport, Travel Tips

Xmas is just around the corner and we’re celebrating by giving away lots of prizes to put together for a classic Kiwi adventure experience. A total of 28 winners are drawn over the next 2 weeks, and all you need to get into the draw is to share this campaign with your friends! Register for the campaign (so we know who to give the prize to) and share the personalised link we give you with your friends. For every person that clicks your link and registers for this campaign, you get a ticket into...Read More

Driver’s licence translated within a couple of hours online!

Posted on October 29, 2011 by noel in Driving, Transport, Travel Law, Travel Tips

Due to stricter rules being imposed by transport agencies and police, foreign drivers licenses must be translated into English, otherwise rental car companies cannot release your Transfercar relocation vehicle to you (because it gets impounded and fines given). I have been sent this link from one of our trusted rental companies THL, who passed on a quick and efficient way of getting an official translation and wanted to share this info with you guys: Scan both sides of your license and email it to:...Read More

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