Shore Rentals Travel Blog

We Kiwi’s love long hot summer days spent outside with our friends and families, but what is summer without a road trip around New Zealand? Book a rental car for your holiday with Shore Rentals. We think these 7 hot spots in the North Island are beautiful places to spend your time-off. Zip around in […]

Once you pick up your rental car in Auckland, you will find the things to do here are endless. Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city and also known as ‘The City of Sails’. Here we have listed 15 must-visit attractions, most of these are family friendly activites and suitable for young children. Make a booking […]

There are not many large seven-seater SUV’s that look this good, but the Mazda CX9 2.5L GSX has a lot to love about it.  This car measures about 5075mm long, 1969mm wide and 1747mm tall, and ours come in Snowflake White, Machine Grey and Sonic Silver.  This has a four-star fuel consumption rating using about […]

1. Go Shopping  With more than 400 shops, Takapuna is one of the main shopping destinations on Auckland’s North Shore. Hop into your rental car and you’ll find shops that sell beachwear, décor, clothing, footwear, gifts and home décor.  In Takapuna head along to the main strip Hurstmere Road and nearby Shore City Mall. Go […]

Yes, driving in New Zealand is safe and enjoyable if you familiarise yourself with our road rules first. If you are planning a driving holiday in New Zealand there are some important things you need to know before you start.  Can I drive with an International Drivers Licence?  You need to have a full valid […]

Renting a car in Auckland is easy and is a great option for getting around when and where you want. Make sure you book in advance to avoid disappointment, especially during the Summer season by making a booking online or calling ahead. Also, the longer you hire, the less the daily rate will be. Simply […]

Find Parking  The two main parking providers in Auckland are Auckland Transport (AT) and Wilson Parking. Both also have apps which help you find and pay for carparks from your phone.  Auckland Transport’s AT Park app allows you to pay for parking in on-street paid parking areas and Auckland Transport off-street car parks. This app […]

Takapuna on Auckland’s North Shore is well known for its beautiful beach, endless eateries, trendy shops, rich history, and a relaxed vibe. When you rent a car at North Shore Rentals be sure to check out these top 6 best things to do in and around Takapuna. 1. Visit Takapuna beach  Ever popular with beachgoers, dog […]

Explore 10 road trips you can take in a day from Auckland Waitomo  The Waitomo caves are one of New Zealand’s most famous natural attractions. Take a beautiful drive in your rental car to see these amazing caves, which are 30 million years old and are part of the Waitomo Caves system, that includes the […]