For New Zealand’s North Island attractions, we’ll start right at the top of the island at one of the country’s mostfamous beaches. The large majority of the things to do in the North Island are concentrated around the top half of the diamond-shaped island. With this in mind, you c...
the beach is at low tide, the hot springs that run below rise through the sand creating a cozy place to burrow into. The best time to find the hot water at Hot Water Beach is two hours on either side of low tide. Hot water beach is also a great place for surfing in New Zealand....
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Vines drape fields spreading to backwater villages and Art Deco architecture decorates the streets of Napier. Cape Kidnappers protect wildlife like gannet colonies and deserted beaches fade to rolling waves that are perfect for surfing excursions. Napier and Hawke’s Bay highlight the simple pleasures...
12 Of The Best Restaurants In New Plymouth And Where To Find Them Between scaling Mt Taranaki and hitting the mountain bike tracks around Lake Mangamahoe, surfing up a storm or soaking up the art, you’ll likely work up quite the appetite in New Plymouth. And, luckily, there’s a bun...
This place is known as the Ultimate Surfing Capital of New Zealand, with the population as low as anything. This small town has said ‘NO!’ to Macs, KFC to everything! Raglan is such a small town you could walk from one side to the other in 20 Seconds! Make sure you stay at the...
While its golden shores are perfect for kicking back and relaxing, its inviting waters lend themselves perfectly to all kinds of watersports: fishing, swimming, and surfing are particularly popular. SEE ALSO 14 Most Charming Towns and Villages in New Zealand The scenery, too, is charming, with...
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Highlights: Known for its long, wide sandy shoreline, excellent surfing conditions and great for families. Gooch’s Beach in Kennebunk, Maine, is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. This one is considered a classic beach—visitors love to play in the sand with beach games and sunbathe...
Local outfitSurfing Hainanarranges transportation to beginner spots, such as Riyuewan Bay, and lesser known locations. 17. Manu Bay, Raglan, New Zealand Made famous in the 1960s as a location in the surf classic, “The Endless Summer,” atmosphere is key at this sleepy town. ...