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First time going to Auckland? We want you to make the most from your rental-car Auckland experience. That is why, we've enlisted the help of a local travel expert to help you to get you on your way. Follow these valuable travel tips and enjoy the finest that Auckland is offering.

New Zealand is sometimes called the ‘Wales of the Southern Hemisphere’ because of the fanatical following of the national rugby team, the All Blacks, plus the millions of sheep there that way outnumber the human population. But there is so much more to New Zealand than rugby and sheep, and if you’re coming here, you will most likely fly into its biggest city, Auckland, as your first stop. Here are a few travel tips if you decide to visit Auckland before setting out to see the rest of spectacular New Zealand:

See: A rugby game at Eden Park, the spiritual home of New Zealand rugby. After going there for the first time recently to see a rugby game, I realised that Eden Park is a rugby institution and an intimidating place for visiting teams – and supporters! Eden Park holds about 60,000 crazy screaming Kiwi fans, and they will let you know they support two teams – the All Blacks, and anyone playing Australia! There are numerous pubs near the stadium where you can socialise with other rugby fans before and after the game so you can make a good night of it.

However, if sport is not your thing, go down to the Viaduct Basin next to the water and check out the numerous bars and restaurants there. You will probably bump into even more rugby fans!

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Shop: You can buy all sorts of sheep memorabilia in one of the many tourist shops there if you really like sheep. Actually, Kiwis have an offbeat sense of humour and the sheep things you can buy are often a bit wacky, or even rude (try and spot the ‘Sheep Shagger’ stubbie cooler – I have one!). But other things you can purchase which are synonymous with New Zealand include the multi-coloured Paua shell, Green Stone necklaces, and Manuka Honey. Plus why not bring home a nice bottle of New Zealand wine?

Eat: Auckland has become a cosmopolitan city and a wide range of cuisines for every budget level have popped up all around the city. You could easily have food from a different country for every night of the month if you wanted to. If you’re after a cheap eat that tastes good, make sure you try the fish and chips from a local shop.

Drink: New Zealand produces a superb range of beers and wine. My personal favourite New Zealand beer is Monteith’s and I’ve (over)sampled all of their beers and thoroughly enjoy them. There are other great beers from different micro-breweries that are available and a good alternative to the mass produced stuff. New Zealand wine is more-ish as well. Specialties include Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir, and you will definitely find a massive selection of vino to wash down your meal.

Auckland city and the Viaduct Basin have many bars in numerous precincts to sample these beverages. Outlying suburbs like Takapuna have a strip of pubs and clubs where can converse with the locals and try and understand the Kiwi accent.

But if you feel the need to be prepared, here is a quick translation guide for you:

• Fush and Chups – Fish and Chips
• Sex – The number 6
• Chilly Bin – Cooler Box
• Jandals – flip flops.

Stay: New Zealanders are a friendly lot and will make you feel welcome. Like most international cities, Auckland caters for the backpackers, budget and high end so the choice is pretty extensive, unless you’re in town when there is a big rugby game on! Other options include bed and breakfasts’, homestays, and serviced apartments. Otherwise, if you hire a campervan, which is a popular option for many travellers, there is an extensive campervan park system where you can plug your power cord in so you have your transport and accommodation all in one place.

Walk: If you feel like a walk with a difference, why not try out the Sky Walk. This is a narrow platform about 1.5 metres wide that’s located at the top of the enormous Sky Tower – at 192 metres above the ground. You can walk around the Sky Walk in a harness, and even lean over the edge to admire the views as far as the eye can see. Not recommended for people with a fear of heights, as there is a relatively high ‘Crap Your Pants’ adventure travel rating when the wind gusts at that altitude.

Get out: Auckland is surrounded by numerous volcanoes, called the Auckland Volcanic Field. If you’re sick of hanging around in the ‘big smoke’ of the city, take a day trip out to view these now extinct wonders. Otherwise, find out why Auckland is called the ‘City Of Sails’ and go on a boat trip out in the Waitemate Harbour. If you head north of Auckland, you will eventually reach the spectacular Bay of Islands area after a few hours – a laid back region that will make you chill out for a while!

Listen: Auckland has a number of pubs playing host to live music, so if you’re feeling like a bout of industrial deafness, head out to one and get into the groove. New Zealand music has evolved quite a bit and there are a wide range of genres to listen to, including rock, hip hop and a bit of fusion here and there. But if you like something more classical, check out the Auckland Philharmonic Orchestra.

Avoid: Confusing famous New Zealanders as Australians. That’s because Australians claim the best New Zealanders as their own! No, seriously, you will have a great time in Auckland. Just get stuck into it and experience what’s on offer! There is so much more to experience in Auckland than what I have listed here, so get out and explore the place and you will have a lot of fun! See more tips at the official visitor information website.