Tag: north island

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Five top reasons to take the North Island bus

Skip is the ‘cheaper, faster, funner’ way to get around New Zealand’s North Island and Chloe Dickenson's experience of a journey from Tauranga to Wellington proved these three things to be true.

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Why choose an express bus for your North Island holiday?

If you're trying to decide the best transport option for your holiday in New Zealand's North Island, find out why an express bus service is an easy way to travel.

Auckland Harbour at night

Why you shouldn’t skip Auckland!

Planning a trip to New Zealand and thinking you’ll catch the first bus out of Auckland? Think again! Auckland is the perfect place to base yourself for at least a few days. There aren’t many cities in New Zealand (in fact...

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Top 10 Bay of Islands couples activities

Romance, action and adventure are waiting for you in this subtropical paradise.

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How the North Island got its name

Find out the story behind the Māori name for the North Island: Te Ika-a-Maui.