On the Road - The New Zealand Travel Guide

Here are some of the many of the 100% positive return answers:

Hi there,

Ron is one of the 'genuine' people it seems are few and far between these days.

Like others, Ron's assistance to us has been fantastic. My wife and I are in fact planning to emmigrate to NZ and are going for under 3 weeks to 'look around'! It is with that in mind we wanted an itinerary that would give us an insight to local life, with our interests at heart.

Aditionnally, Ron has provided us with a competitive rental price for a motor home. I would certainly urge you that you can do no better than Ron & Paula.

Good luck with your adventures.

Sam N.

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I would like to add that Ron has been assisting me in designing a trip of a lifetime itinerary. I have only been corresponding with him for a few weeks and I must admit that I also did wonder whether it was a 'too good to be true offer'. I have worked with many different people over the past 25 years and have always felt that I am a good judge of character - I have no doubts in my dealings with Ron.

Having started our planning with full enthusiasm we were faced with the possibility of my husband losing his job. We then back pedalled and almost decided not to go. We changed our plans from touring in February to touring in November/December. Changed from car to camper. Left it too late to book the recommended camper and had to start looking all over again, all of which Ron has taken in his stride and with good manners and great humour. Ron also negotiated a better rental deal than I could obtain on line. As a previous post has stated he always replies within 12/24 hours - we are working with a 12 hour time difference which makes things interesting. Unfortunately he is up and writing when I am desperate to go to bed and sleep.

The 21 day Itinerary he has designed for us is incredible. During our emails he has assessed what we like to do and see and planned accordingly. The detail is fantastic even down to where to stock up on good food and wine and get the best deals. We are currently planning to follow his advice to the letter. However, we may be tempted to deviate once we are on the road.

Ron has always been upfront about any remuneration he receives and when booking camp grounds etc only asks that you tell the owners that you have been recommended to them by him so that he and Paula may benefit from the odd night free stay themselves.

It's not often these days that you meet someone so generous in time and spirit.

My advice is take his advice! I am sure that you will make the most of your time in NZ and see many things you would otherwise have missed.

We too are hoping to meet up with Ron and Paula when on our travels - if they're not too busy meeting up with everyone else!

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I have been working with Ron on my upcoming 2008 trip to New Zealand and he has proven to be a wealth of knowledge. After first, I too was a little leery of his offer to help me, but I have found him to be a trustworthy gem. I feel very lucky to have found him.

We hope to be able to meet Ron and Paula while we are vacationing in New Zealand. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him.
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A huge thank you to Ron who has recently designed us a three week itinerary for our first trip to New Zealand. It has taken us a couple of weeks to digest all the information and we can't wait to get on the plane in November (even though I hate flying!)

Thank you as well for your help, patience and advice with regards to booking the campervan!

Invaluable information not contained in the guide books will, I am sure, make the holiday something really special. Rarely have I seen my husband display so much excitement about a forthcoming holiday.

Many, many thanks to Ron.
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Hi All

Just a note to say a big thanks to Ron Laughlin. After reading up on here I thought I would send him a mail of our itinery for a week on the South Island. Didn't expect a reply but the next day he replied with an excellent planned trip for us. Not just a visit xxx day 1 but things to stop and see as we drive etc. List of sites to stop at also. So although we all think we can plan our tours, ask Ron as he will enlighten you to many things you don't realise are there. 12 weeks to go, when we return will post a story of our trip.

Jimbo
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Taken from posting on Trip Advisor, Travel Pod:

#1 -

This posting is for anyone planning a trip to New Zealand.

Through trip advisor I asked for help with planning my trip to New Zealand which was answered by ronlaughlin who gave me more help and information than all the books and websites that I had previously been reading. Ron very kindly worked out an itinerary for me with places to visit traveling times and recommended places to stay. Nothing was too much trouble for him and he was happy to change things to my preferences and all this at NO COST, all that he asks is that I mention his name when making bookings and let him book your vehicle.

This guy seems to know everything there is to know about New Zealand so if you want to know anything I would recommend you make contact with Ron through his website.

gbysea

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There is no better Travel Guide book than reading his website. All the information is up to date and if you want specific information just ask. We have recently had a 6 week tour of both Islands, devised for us by Ron Laughlin, it was brilliant. We did a couple of tweaks but other than that followed it explicitly.You can contact Ron, type him into the search engine and you will see all the good reviews he has received. He really knows his stuff and its free too! Enjoy your trip.

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Hundreds more like above............I can provide references from people who have gone on my personal itineraries if you would feel more comfortable with the situation.

Check the following forum posts out please:

http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g255104-i125-k1372480-o20-New_Zealand_Travel_Guide-New_Zealand.html
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g255104-i125-k2550208-The_best_travel_guide-New_Zealand.html
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g255104-i125-k1676845-Ron_NZ_travel_guide-New_Zealand.htm
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g255104-i125-k1442419-Thanks_Ron_L-New_Zealand.html
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g255116-i729-k1458958-9_day_itinerary_Ron_Laughlin-South_Island.html
http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g255104-i125-k1494288-Happy_Campers_in_New_Zealand-New_Zealand.html

http://www.tripadvisor.com/members/ronlaughlin - My Trip Advisor Information

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To actually know what is around the bend to see and do, which accommodation is best suited for what you desire, the best activity that you wish to experience. Paula and I have been there personally not just sat in an office and chosen you a place from a brochure.

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Contact us now! There is no cost involved when I get to book your rental vehicle and/or your accommodtions.

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