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Winter wonderland magic the Kiwi way - from the luxury of a Porsche
05-30-2008New Zealand’s spectacular South Island comes into its own in winter, with crisp clear days, and the majestic Southern Alps capped in snow.
And there’s no better way to get to know this stunning part of the world than from behind the wheel of a 2007 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 or Boxster.
“People come here from all over the globe to experience our spectacular scenery,” says Leiv Bjerga, founder of Porstige, the only New Zealand car rental company presently offering brand new Porsches for hire.
“But it’s more than that. So many of our visitors spend their days at home in air-conditioned office blocks or apartment buildings, that when they come here, they want to experience every square mile of it – up close and personal. A driving holiday is the perfect way to really get in touch with the great outdoors, as well as really getting to know a country. Plus there’s a freedom like no other when you get behind the wheel of a brand new Porsche and just let fly.”
“And it’s all completely hassle-free, you can arrive at the airport or your accommodation, and your Porsche will be there waiting. You can then cruise around for a few days exploring at your leisure.”
Porstige is based in Christchurch, New Zealand – the gateway to the South Island’s adventure playground, and just a few hours stunning drive away from perennially popular destinations like Kaikoura, Hamner Springs, the West Coast, Marlborough and iconic Queenstown.
Porstige clients experience the sort of service you’d expect from a five-star operator, including personalised itineraries with handpicked recommendations and personally delivered Porsches to your door.
“We also work with top luxury lodges to provide a seamless luxury vacation experience,” says Bjerga, whose past experience arranging royal tours for the New Zealand Air Force stands him in good stead in catering to the very top end of the luxury self-drive market.”
Bjerga’s top South Island picks for this winter?
“First stop would be a relaxing drive along the Pacific Coast road to Kaikoura with its dramatic shores, awe inspiring whale watching and a pampered few days at Hapuku Lodge.
“A little further north to Marlborough could find you at Herzog Vineyard - no need to go anywhere else for some of the finest Marlborough wines created onsite at their winery. Or stay at the luxurious and picturesque Timara Lodge. After a couple of days of this kind of treatment the brisk drive in your Porsche back to Christchurch will supercharge the soul and leave you with a determination to do it all again – soon!
“Maybe next I’d take a long, leisurely drive to Queenstown, stopping at beautiful Wanaka and maybe a brief diversion to picturesque Arrowtown along the way. Just a drop or two of wine tasting at Peregrine (let’s not forget you’re driving!) backed by a hearty lunch at Gibbston Valley Winery, then back on the road towards Matakauri Lodge or Blanket Bay.
“I’d also make sure I experienced the best in Canterbury hospitality - with a visit to Otahuna Lodge and Grasmere Lodge.
“We have some excellent winter packages, allowing you to drive your Porsche to experience some of the finest accommodation, food and scenery in the southern hemisphere.”
Porstige rentals start at NZ$610 per day, with rates negotiable for longer hires.
For Porstige’s winter hire and accommodation packages and more great ideas for a South Island getaway, visit
www.porstige.co.nz <http://www.porstige.co.nz/>
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For more information, please contact:
Susi Maclean
Glass Tower Strategic Communications Ltd
Phone: +64 3 365 1445
Cell: +64 27 434 6667
Winter Packages
Our winter packages bring you the thrill of the latest Porsche sports cars and the true luxury of experiencing the finest accommodation the South Island has to offer. You will be meet at Christchurch airport or your local accommodation with your 2007 Porsche, then you can take a leisurely drive to your destination, relax in luxury during your stay and return your Porsche to your departure point by 7.00 pm on your last day.
Each package price includes two days Porsche rental and two nights accommodation for two people. Longer stays can also be arranged.
The luxury package prices are inclusive of local taxes (GST), Porsche vehicle insurance and 400 kilometres free travel. Extra kilometres are charged at $0.70c/km.
Here are just a few of the lodge offerings:
Porstige & Grasmere Lodge, Arthur’s Pass, South Island, New Zealand
Porsche Boxster & Lake View Suite NZ$4000
Porsche Boxster & Junior Suite NZ$4710
Porsche Boxster & Riverview Cottage NZ$5340
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & Lake View Suite NZ$4500
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & Mountain View Junior Suite NZ$5210
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & Mountain View Chalet Suite NZ$5840
Porstige & Hapuku Lodge, Kaikoura
Porsche Boxster & Lodge (Queen Room) NZ$1820Porsche Boxster & Lodge (King Room) NZ$1940
Porsche Boxster & Tree House Single Bedroom NZ$2180
Porsche Boxster & Olive House Apartment NZ$2240
Porsche Boxster & Tree House Family NZ$2580
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & Lodge (Queen Room) NZ$2320
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & Lodge (King Room) NZ$2440
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & Olive House Apartment NZ$2740
Porstige & Matakauri Lodge, Queenstown
Porsche Boxster & a Suite
(Remarkables, Wakatipu or Cecil Peak) NZ$3730
Porsche Boxster & Matakauri Suite NZ$4180
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & a Suite
(Remarkables, Wakatipu or Cecil Peak) NZ$4230
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & Matakauri Suite NZ$4680
Porstige & Otahuna Lodge, Christchurch
Porsche Boxster & a Suite (Botanical, Butler, Clark, Garret or Polo) NZ$3450
Porsche Boxster & Master Suite (Rhodes or Verandah) NZ$4800
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & a Suite
(Botanical, Butler, Clark, Garret or Polo) NZ$3950
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 & Master Suite (Rhodes or Verandah) NZ$5300
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