Fetch your suitcase, exit arrivals at Whangarei Airport (WRE), and pick up your rental car. Which one you drive off in depends on where you plan to go. If you’ll be spending most of your time driving in downtown Whangarei, around 4 miles from the terminal, select something small. A compact car with good handling will be ideal for navigating those bustling city streets. But with so many things to see, like the stunning rocky coastlines of the region, you may want to add some pit stops. A larger vehicle, like a full-size car or an SUV, will make lengthier road trips a joy.