A fine way to travel
The peace of mind that comes from holidaying in a self-contained campervan has seen thousands of kiwis hit the road over the last couple of years. Rental companies such as Maui, Britz and Mighty, owned by Tourism Holding Limited (THL), have seen an increase in the number of hires as people come to terms with Covid-19.
A THL spokesperson said campervans are a great holiday option for those concerned about new Covid variants getting in the way of their plans. “Motorhomes provide sought-after flexibility – with travelers able to change plans and directions as needed.
“The self-contained nature of the vehicles, the travel flexibility, along with being outstanding value when compared with other holiday options is credited with 2021 being billed the ‘The year of the RV’ by many in the States and the UK.”
Around the world, in places where travel restrictions have eased, but Covid continues to be in the community, holidaying in a campervan has become the perfect holiday solution, he said. It offers holidaymakers a travel cocoon that’s safe, comfortable, and enables any bubble to have everything on hand to have an incredible time, he said.
“One of the reasons New Zealand is so popular as a road trip destination is the variety of experiences nearby.
“Motorhome travel enables us to see it all – it’s the ultimate in freedom and flexibility.” Campervans also allow people to travel at their own pace and discover the hidden gems of New Zealand, a THL spokesperson said.
“It is a fantastic way to spend some quality time with your loved ones, experiencing an adventure together, whilst also supporting tourism operators along the way.”
It is important to plan where you are going and ensure you have enough time to get there. “Some days may include long driving hours, but this can be split up with another passenger or organising stop-off points and activities along the way.”
The next thing is to decide where to go. “With an incredible range of iconic road trips, New Zealand really is an epic place to travel via motorhome,” the spokesperson said.
“Head to the far North and discover an abundance of golden sand beaches and crystal clear waters, the perfect backdrop for relaxation.
“Explore the central North Island for some cultural enrichment or head south for an adventure-packed trip as you explore alpine wonders and glassy lakes.” Co-foundaer of the New Zealand Motorhome Travel Group, Mark Aldridge, said the RV world has seen huge growth with limited overseas travel.
“This has pushed up the demand for new and second hand units that the country has never seen before.”