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Attention all adventurous travellers! If you're in search of some hot travelling tips, look no further. Our blogs are tailor-made for budget-conscious globetrotters like you, offering a wealth of information on affordable travel options, exhilarating events to fuel your wanderlust, and adrenaline-pumping adventures that will leave you with unforgettable memories.

Our friendly team is here to provide personalized advice, ensuring you navigate uncharted territories with confidence and make the most of your adventures in the beautiful Bay of Plenty....

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5 Tips for backpacking in NZ

No matter where you end up in beautiful Aotearoa, you’re going to want to be outside. From sandy Mount Maunganui to snowy peaks in Queenstown and Wanaka, all the best stuff happens outdoors.

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What makes New Zealand 'Kiwi As'

So you're thinking of whether or not you should hop across the 'ditch' to visit New Zealand? We might be a little biased, but we've gathered a few of the special things that you'll find here in our little island nation, these are the things that make us 'Kiwi As!'

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G’day Mate! Kia Ora!

After a long year of being apart, we can finally welcome you back into our beautiful country again!

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Summer Markets

Summer is here and that means longer, sunnier, warmer days! Mount Maunganui is one of the best places to attend outdoor markets. It’s a great chance to grab some friends you have made from our Mount hostel and head out for a browse.

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Spooking Up for Halloween

We love hosting events and organizing all sorts of random gatherings and outings for our guests. Halloween is easily a fav on our event calendar, and a great reason to come and stay with us over the Hallow-ed weekend… if you dare!

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People Say...

- 5/5 Amazing place! -

""New to staying in hostels - PCL lodge has excellent staff, welcoming people and always fun activities to get involved with. Great location by the beach and the town" "

- 5/5 Awesome hostel -

"Such an awesome hostel! Spacious with an outdoor patio area and a table tennis table. Kitchen is huge and the facilities are always clean. Heaps of storage under the beds as well so you can actually unpack. Staff are super friendly and only a 5 minute walk to the beach too!"

- 5/5 Best Backpackers I have ever been! -

""The best hostel I’ve been soo far in New Zealand! Pacific lodge is just amazing, reat space in the comum areas with tv, library, ping pong table and a big kitchen! It’s always super organised and clean! Staff are really friendly and always helpful if you need anything!""

- 5/5 Amazing stay - helps find work -

""They helped us find work straight away! It was also a very welcoming, clean and friendly environment that offered so much. Definitely recommend"."

- 5/5 Prefect -Tick Tick Tick! -

""Such a nice hostel! We travelled as a couple and the private room was so nice - it even had a separate shared bathroom away from the communal ones which was a nice touch. Very clean, fresh looking and close to the beach. Friendly staff. Tick tick tick"."

- 5/5 Great for Groups! -

""I could not of asked for a better experience. Staff were amazing and went above and beyond to make sure I had everything I needed. The lodge has a awesome vibe, is super clean and is an affordable way to stay with groups of mates in the Mount. Highly recommended and I can't wait to stay again next year"."

- 5/5 Free surf boards, Amazing people! -

""I had the best time at this hostel, meeting amazing people! The staff are all so lovely and friendly who let us borrow surfboards all the time!! Will miss it so much, great for long term stay""

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