Snow Chains 101: Getting Ready to Drive in Queenstown This Winter
Planning to drive to Queenstown's ski fields this winter? Here's what you need to know about snow chains, fitting them, and booking them with your rental.
July 31, 2026
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Christmas in July in Queenstown: What's On in 2026
Christmas in July is back across Queenstown for 2026 — here's what's on at Coronet Peak, Ayrburn and around town this year.
July 23, 2026
The Waitākere Ranges Are Reopening: Your Winter Road Trip West of Auckland
Zion Hill, Kuataika and Smyth Ridge tracks have reopened in the Waitākere Ranges. Here's how to build a late winter West Auckland day trip around them.
July 19, 2026
Best Things to Do in Queenstown in the School Holidays' Final Week
July 12, 2026
What to Do This School Holidays and Matariki
July 04, 2026
Queenstown Winter Fun Without the Big Price Tag
June 22, 2026
Snow on Pause, Adventure on Screen
June 19, 2026
Our Favourite Auckland Food Stops
June 15, 2026
2026 Ski Season Is Here: Where to Head This Winter in New Zealand
June 10, 2026
Auckland in June: Quieter Winter Days, Easy Drives and More Room to Explore
June 04, 2026
Winter Has Arrived Early in Queenstown
May 27, 2026
Get Winter Ready: Why May Is the Time to Book Ahead
May 21, 2026
Make the Most of May Before Winter Arrives
May 09, 2026
Arrowtown Autumn Festival 2026: A Must Do Autumn Day Trip from Queenstown
April 12, 2026
Warbirds Over Wanaka 2026: A Classic Easter Weekend in the South
April 02, 2026
Easter in New Zealand: Long Weekend Getaways, Sweet Stops & Easy Road Trips
March 31, 2026
Feeling the Fuel Pinch? Why Hiring a Hybrid Just Makes Sense Right Now
March 23, 2026
The Perfect 2 to 3 Day Christchurch Itinerary
March 12, 2026
Finishing Your Road Trip in Christchurch: What You Need to Know
Ending your South Island road trip in Christchurch? Here's how our one-way drop-off works, plus the best stops between Queenstown and Christchurch.
March 01, 2026
The NZ Open 2026 – Golf, Mountains and the Ultimate Queenstown Weekend
February 24, 2026
Electric Avenue Festival 2026 in Christchurch – Your Ultimate Weekend Guide
February 23, 2026
The Ayrburn Classic 2026
February 18, 2026
Chinese New Year 2026
February 15, 2026
Valentine’s Day, the Easy Way
February 11, 2026
Where to Stay in Auckland This Summer
February 05, 2026
Auckland Anniversary Day Weekend Is Made for Getting Out of the City
January 20, 2026
Two Wheels or Four, Queenstown Bike Fest Is Better With a Car
January 13, 2026
The Long Summer Drives Worth Doing in January
January 09, 2026
January Is the Month of Saying Yes
January 02, 2026
New Year’s, Kiwi Style
December 28, 2025
Christmas, Kiwi Style: How to Spend the Day in Auckland or Queenstown
December 22, 2025
Road Trips from Queenstown Worth Planning in December
December 15, 2025
Auckland Summer Road Trips to Start the Holidays
December 03, 2025
From Auckland to Middle-earth: Your Hobbiton Day Out
November 25, 2025
Lupins in Bloom: Queenstown’s Most Colourful Spring Road Trips
November 19, 2025
From Start Line to Skyline: Make the Most of Marathon Weekend
November 08, 2025
Mo Time, Mo Wellness: A Queenstown Guide to Movember
November 03, 2025
Plan a Day Trip to Glenorchys Cutest New Attraction
October 26, 2025
Diwali 2025: A Celebration of Lights, Culture and Road Trips
October 14, 2025
The Best Weekend Road Trips from Auckland
October 06, 2025
Exploring the Worlds Edge Festival by Car
October 03, 2025
Chocolate and Coffee Festival Auckland 2025 – A Sweet September Escape
September 23, 2025
The Remarkables 40th Spring Carnival – Ski, Celebrate and Go Retro
September 19, 2025
Why September is the Perfect Time to Visit Queenstown
September 11, 2025
Snow Machine Queenstown 2025: Music, Mountains and Good Times
September 05, 2025
Take the Scenic Route. Auckland Road Trips Worth the Drive
August 27, 2025
From Hotel Lobby to Highway. Your Auckland Car Awaits
August 22, 2025
Carving Rainbows on the Slopes. Winter Pride 2025
August 13, 2025
Slippery Tails and Snowy Trails. The Coronet Dog Derby is On
August 02, 2025
We’ve Arrived in Auckland - And You Can Save 10% to Celebrate
July 28, 2025
Scenic Winter Drives from Queenstown (No 4WD Needed)
July 27, 2025
Christmas in July in Queenstown: Snow, Santa, and Slope-Side Cheer
July 24, 2025
Queenstown’s Best Hot Chocolate Stops This Winter
July 14, 2025
Winter Nights Done Right: Explore Ayrburn’s Winter Wonderland
July 02, 2025
Stories That Move Mountains: NZ Mountain Film Festival Comes to Queenstown
June 24, 2025
Queenstown Mardi Gras 2025: Snow, Sound, and Serious Party Vibes
June 19, 2025
Hit the Slopes: Queenstown Ski Season Kicks Off 14 June
June 12, 2025
Light Up Your Queenstown Winter: LUMA 2025
June 03, 2025
Winter Is Coming: How to Get a Head Start on Ski Season in Queenstown
May 20, 2025
May in Queenstown: Cosy Cafés & Crisp Autumn Walks
May 13, 2025
Mother’s Day in Queenstown: Treat Mum to Something Special (11 May)
May 07, 2025
A Scenic Autumn Day Trip to Glenorchy: Queenstown’s Golden Escape
May 02, 2025
Arrowtown’s Autumn Festival: The Perfect Autumn Day Trip from Queenstown
April 23, 2025
Easter in Queenstown: Family Fun, Local Markets & Long Weekend Adventures
April 18, 2025
Coffee with a View: Our Favourite Takeaway Spots and Scenic Sips Around Queenstown
April 11, 2025
Pies Worth the Drive: Our Favourite Pie Shops Around Queenstown
April 05, 2025
Rev Up for the Ayrburn Classic: A Must-Attend Festival for Car Enthusiasts
March 19, 2025
St. Patrick’s Day in Queenstown – Paint the Town Green on 17th March
March 13, 2025
Welcome Autumn in Queenstown: Golden Leaves & Outdoor Adventures
February 28, 2025
Heading to the NZ Open? Why Renting a Car Is Your Best Shot
Heading to the NZ Open at Millbrook Resort? Here's why renting a car beats the bus — plus room for your clubs and total flexibility on timing.
February 23, 2025
Heading to Electric Avenue? Why Not Turn It Into a Road Trip Adventure.
February 19, 2025
Romance in Queenstown: The Ultimate Valentine's Day 2025 Guide
February 11, 2025
Celebrate Chinese New Year in Queenstown 2025
January 31, 2025
Making the Most of Late January in Queenstown: A Round-Up of Our Favorite Adventures
January 25, 2025
A Day Trip to Wanaka Lavender Farm
January 13, 2025
Explore Arrowtown: A Charming Getaway Near Queenstown
January 06, 2025
Ring in the New Year in Queenstown
December 30, 2024
Merry Christmas from Evolve Rentals
December 23, 2024
Queenstown Accommodation: Something for Every Budget
December 01, 2024
Queenstown Marathon: Run, Relax, and Explore!
November 10, 2024
Bonfire night in Queenstown
November 04, 2024
November Golf in Queenstown: Perfect Weather, Perfect Courses
November 02, 2024
Foodie Finds for Less: Score 50% Off at Queenstown’s Best Spots
October 25, 2024
From Road Trip to Race Track: A Thrilling Day Out at Highlands in Cromwell
October 17, 2024
Explore Queenstown by Car and Bike This October with Evolve Rentals & Going Blue
October 08, 2024
October in Queenstown: The Last Hurrah of Ski Season
October 02, 2024
Embrace Spring in Queenstown: Ski, Board, and Hike
September 23, 2024
September in Queenstown
September 12, 2024
Get Ready for Snow Machine 2024: Queenstown’s Ultimate Alpine Music Festival.
September 05, 2024
Winter Games NZ 2024: The Grand Finale in Queenstown
September 01, 2024
Winter Warmth in Queenstown: Relax and Rejuvenate Indoors
Queenstown's best spas and hot pools sit just outside town — here's why a rental car beats waiting on shuttles when it's cold outside.
August 18, 2024
Winter in Queenstown: Beyond the Slopes—Discover the Beauty and Adventure Without Skis
Wanaka and Lake Hāwea are an hour from Queenstown by car — here's why a self-drive day trip beats the bus for winter photos, paragliding, and sauna sessions.
August 11, 2024
Winter Family Fun in Queenstown: Activities for Kids On & Beyond the Slopes
Beyond the ski slopes: our guide to family-friendly winter activities in Queenstown, from tobogganing and the Skyline Luge to Puzzling World in Wanaka.
August 04, 2024
Best Dining Destinations in Queenstown Worth the Drive
Five Queenstown restaurants worth the drive, from lakeside cafes and craft breweries to a historic Cardrona pub and a golf clubhouse with a view.
April 21, 2024
Everything You Need to Know for Your Winter Adventure in Queenstown
Planning a Queenstown winter holiday? Here's everything you need to know about the ski fields, getting there, and gear hire.
April 14, 2024
4 Must-See Stops on Your Queenstown to Christchurch Road Trip
Planning the drive from Queenstown to Christchurch? Here are the four must-see stops along the way, from Lindis Pass to Lake Tekapo.
April 07, 2024
Meet Mark, General Manager of Evolve Rentals: Queenstown's First and Only Delivery Car Service
Meet Mark, General Manager of Evolve Rentals, the story behind Queenstown's original delivery car rental service and what makes it different.
March 31, 2024
Experience Glenorchy, Queenstown's Scenic Alpine Neighbor, All in One Day!
Escape Queenstown for a day trip to Glenorchy — scenic drives, lakeside walks, horse trekking, and nearby Paradise, all easily reached by car
March 21, 2024
Five Queenstown Viewpoints, in Order of How Much Effort They Take
From a two minute stroll to a four hour climb. Five of the best views around Queenstown, with the DOC gradings, the road conditions and what waits at the end of each.
March 14, 2024
Do You Need a Car in Queenstown? Walking, Buses, Ferries and Driving Compared
You can walk across central Queenstown in twenty minutes. Getting to Glenorchy, Arrowtown or the Crown Range is another question entirely. Here is the honest comparison.
March 07, 2024
Queenstown in Autumn: Golden Trails, Wine Country and Arrowtown
Autumn in Queenstown runs March to May and peaks in April. Here is where to find the colour, which drives are worth it, and how to make a day of it.
February 29, 2024