The Nomad’s Ultimate Guide to New Zealand

Everything you need to know about the freedom & beauty of life on the road in New Zealand – full-time or part-time.

 
 

In 2021, New Holland Publishers offered me the opportunity to help compile a guide book for nomads in New Zealand. Obviously, I was thrilled and excited about the opportunity to combine two things I love: the nomad life and writing.

The Nomad’s Ultimate Guide to New Zealand is the one-stop-guide for anyone who wants to learn more about travelling New Zealand in a mobile home, part-time or full-time, and whether that’s a van, motorhome caravan, bus or anything in between.

The book covers:

  1. The pros and cons of the lifestyle

  2. Preparing yourself and your life for the new adventure

  3. Finding the right mobile home

  4. Getting ready for your first trip

  5. Navigating life on the road

  6. Finding campgrounds and more

  7. Where (and how) to meet people

  8. The highlights and hidden gems of each region of New Zealand

  9. And much more

 
 
 

Get your copy now

The Nomad’s Ultimate Guide is now available online and in selected stores.

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Learn more about the book

Not sure yet if the book is right for you? Here is a short summary of the the five main parts of the book.

Part 1 – First Steps

In part one, you will learn more about what it means to be a modern-day nomad, the different types of nomads and some of the big plusses. You will also start to get an idea of whether this lifestyle might be right for you, and we share some tips on how you can start becoming part of the nomad community – even if you’re not ready to go all in, yet. 

Part 2 – Redesigning, Reinventing, Renegotiating

Part two is all about preparing you and your life for this lifestyle change. You will learn about how to redesign your life, reinvent yourself and renegotiate your relationships to make the transition into the nomad lifestyle (part-time or full-time) as smooth as possible. We also share tips about making money on the road, and for those nomads with pets, we share some of the rules and guidelines you need to know about travelling with your furry friends. 

Part 3 – The Rig

Part three is all about the rig – your home on wheels. You will learn about the different types available, their pros and cons, which might be the best fit for you, and the many things you should be aware of when choosing your rig. We cover key topics such as towed vs driven, size, layout and fit out, self containment and more.

Part 4 - On the Road

In part four, we discuss life on the road. You will hear about the different campground options and how to find them, how to navigate dump stations, where to find water, groceries and other essentials, how to make new friends on the road and much more. 

Part 5 – Exploring New Zealand

In the fifth and final part of this book, you will learn about the regions of New Zealand and get tips and inspiration for highlights and off the beaten track destinations you might want to visit. And we also share a calendar of annual events around the country that you might want to check out on your travels.