RV Travel Lifestyle

RV Travel Lifestyle, New Zealand’s longest-running NZ-owned motorhome travel publication. We visit NZ’s most beautiful spots north to south from Cape Reinga to Stewart Island and everywhere in between. Hire or buy an RV for an amazing way to explore our pristine and often wild places. We visit cycleways, historic and cultural sites, Department of Conservation parks, stunning beach and mountain destinations to inspire our readers, along with major cities and small towns, and showcase activities from fishing to motor racing, wine tours to music festivals and shopping. We review RVs, and travellers share their experiences. An excellent publication for those travelling around New Zealand to self-drive an RV or car, and see the best NZ can offer.

RV Travel Lifestyle

Summer holidays ahead

From Hellhole to Tourist Delight • If you’ve been labelled the “Hellhole of the Pacific” it must be a hard slog back to respectability but Russell has pulled it off. Admittedly it took 200 years and a name change (from Kororāreka), but nevertheless it is now one of the most delightful holiday destinations in the Bay of Islands.

A Great Walk Coromandel’s Land’s End • Gary maps the Pahi Coastal Walk – a newly opened private track that explores the top of the Coromandel Peninsula

TAUMARUNUI - TRAIN TOWN • Gardens, glow worms and the renowned railway are all part of the scene

Immerse yourself in central South Island • Explore the abundant wildlife and natural wonders of Arthur’s Pass.

Rise from the rubble • Work is underway to reinstate the Christ Church Cathedral as the symbol and heart of Christchurch. Kathy Catton investigates what’s been happening and when we can expect to see its doors opening again.

Ultimate road trip to Okains Bay • Why off the ‘beaten track’ is so worthwhile when traveling and exploring our countryside.

The Top 5 New Zealand Great Walk huts at which to catch the sunset • New Zealand Great Walk huts offer many home comforts, but more outstanding than the average suburban home is their position for scenic sunsets. It’s as if some of these back-country huts were placed perfectly for sunset getaways to watch twilight colours, rather than as a convenient shelter at a set walking distance. So, for those that find it hard to rise early for sunrise, here is a selection of the best huts to arrive at for glowing sunsets.

Central Otago road trip Clyde to Middlemarch • John Bishop had wanted to ride Central Otago’s rail trail for a long time but had never found the time or the bicycle to suit. He compromised and spent three days doing a road trip by car instead.

THE Maniototo • Allan Dick explores the Maniototo region and catches up with old friend and legendary radio talkback host Ewing Stevens who spent six years at the Waipiata Sanatorium.

On The Road Again • Various tales of various travels by Allan Dick

Upcoming EVENT GUIDE

BOOK GIVEAWAYS ONE COPY OF EACH TITLE TO BE WON! • To enter email the book title as subject to: subs@rnrpublishing.co.nz or post to: NZTRV Vol 19 Books, PO Box 220, Martinborough 5711 with your full details, and go in the draw to win. Closes 31 Dec 2022

FOOD RECIPES ROAD KAI

Southern Road Trip Part 2 • Continuing the Te Waipounamu winter adventure road trip with TrailLite Retail GM Ashlee Rose, partner Kane and six-month baby Koa.

Vintage ACC-styled fifth wheeler Owned by Russell • An extract from Don Jessen’s latest book, More Retro Caravans: Vantastic Kiwi Collections, on sale October 2022 in all good book stores and online.

Sleeping, sitting and cooking Part 5

It’s showtime! • Another round-up of the latest news from the caravan and motorhome sector in the UK and Europe from John Rawlings.

Spring show breaks records • NZMCA Motorhome show, Mystery Creek...