Roadcraft Motorhome Unveiled

I have just returned from the unveiling of a gorgeous new Volkswagon fully self contained ....... the Roadcraft Base Jumper L4.At nearly 7 metres it is a big van with all the luxuries one could ask for. DVD player, TV that tucks into the wall and pulls out, beautifully upholstered U seating which converts into a King or Queen bed or two singles depending on which way you go.


For the children there is an overhead bunk bed, while the seating for two....... with seat belts for travelling.......convert to a second child's bed.Directly behind the driver's seat this makes the van much like travelling in a car with everyone in close range.


The kitchen is compact but well thought out with very lovely macrocarpa wood bench tops, and drawers where every pot and pan has its place.......eliminating rattles!

The bathroom too is compact....... It has a shower and toilet, and the really excellent feature....... can be turned into a drying room overnight by switching the heater over. Road Craft L4 Base Jumper Motorhome

With lighting and heating that comes on at the flick of a switch.........no cords need plugging in.......you can quite literally stop anywhere suitable, pull out the wine and relax!

With a heap of storage in lockers and underneath at the back, a flat roof for kayak and bike racks, and a range of other interesting extras the L4 should become a popular motorhome for family travelling.

Wilderness Motorhomes hire out the smaller versions of these motorhomes for short term travellers.

Here's some great information to help you plan your motorhome Holiday in New Zealand.

When You are Skiing Or Snowboarding - Follow Mountain Safety Rules !

Skiing and snowboarding has been excellent this year in New Zealand... with heavy and very early snowfalls. We have had a particularly cold winter so the skiing conditions have been great.

But........we have lost two intrepid snowboarders or skiers in a week ........with avalanches a threat to safety outside the designated areas.

Despite warning signs, the adventurous have chosen to go outside the areas the ski field staff have deemed safe.Sadly they have lost their lives, and a few others have only just managed to escape being buried with them.

Carrying a special locator beacon is certainly a sensible and safe measure.But staying within the confines of the ski areas is even better!


You can enjoy excellent ski slopes on over 20 ski fields through out the country.

Check the Snow Reports before you set off and enjoy the mountains safely.

For specific avalanche information Check this Avalanche link

There is still plenty more skiing this winter so come and enjoy New Zealand's magnificent mountains .......such a good snow season is there to enjoy.Follow usual mountain saftey rules and you can have a great ski holiday.