With the completion of the impressive new Ara Tūhono – Puhoi to Warkworth Motorway, the Whangārei district, which starts at Waipū, is less than an hour and a half drive from Auckland city, and Whangārei city is now a comfortable two hours drive. Shortened drive-times are just one reason this beautiful destination is the ideal place for your short break. There’s many other, including loads of fresh things to see and do. The waterside Town Basin precinct is a wonderful place to start with boutique shopping and great dining  options. Enjoy fantastic art and craft galleries including the Hund ..read more

The Hundertwasser Art Centre with Wairau Māori Art Gallery is more than a museum, it is a multi-faceted immersive experience that includes art, architecture and ecology, giving visitors insight into the life and philosophies of the visionary Austrian New Zealander Friedensreich Hundertwasser. Located at the vibrant Town Basin marina in Whangārei, visitors can enjoy two exhibition spaces. The Hundertwasser in New Zealand 1973-2000 exhibition includes original paintings, visual art, tapestries, ecological work and architectural models as well as an overview of  Hundertwasser’s life in Aot ..read more

Whether you’re after arts or adventure, rural escapes or urban escapades, gourmet produce or world class wine, autumn is a fantastic time to  explore New Zealand. The days are warm, but not too hot, the visitors are here, but not too many, and the options are endless, but we’ll help you choose a few. If you are in the north, don’t forget your togs, because the beaches are beautiful and the water balmy, in the long, lovely days of early autumn. It’s a great time to tick off a few must-dos, like detouring into Middle Earth via the Hobbiton Movie Set, featured in The Lord of the Rings  ..read more

The vibrant colours of Autumn usher in Te Manawa Museum’s new season of exhibitions and programmes leading into the cooler months. Bringing together natural materials alongside painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics and weaving, We come from the Earth explores our  relationship with the environment with works from the Te Manawa collection. 24 February – 18 August. Artist and teacher Pip Steel has gathered a significant collection of old Japanese rural everyday workwear and household textiles, known today as boro. The boro textiles and garments show many years of wear and have passed t ..read more

Great Barrier Island, or Aotea as it is known to local Māori, can be found in the far reaches of Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf. Expect empty  beaches, stunning hikes, and a few surprises along the way. Life feels different on Great Barrier Island. From the moment you step off the  SeaLink Ferry you feel as though you have travelled back in time, in a good way. The sixth-largest island of New Zealand, the east coast of the island is where you will find stunning beaches, while the west coast is made up of calm sheltered coves and bays providing some of the best  diving and fishing in th ..read more

Coromandel Autumn’s golden embrace adorned Hauraki Coromandel with a captivating array of colours, revealing a landscape that science  has proven to be good for the soul. Visitors gathered from near and far, keen subjects in this natural laboratory, seeking the prescribed benefits of The Coromandel Cure. Nestled along the Pacific Coast Highway on New Zealand’s North Island, Hauraki Coromandel has emerged as a sanctuary for those seeking a harmonious blend of rugged coastline, lush forests and vibrant communities. Eager to uncover the scientifically proven benefits of this enchanting regio ..read more

The beauty of having 125-kilometres of coastline (seriously, so much beach) means there is an abundance of white sandy beaches in the  Coastal Bay of Plenty. Papamoa Beach is located just down the coast from Mount Maunganui and is a destination in itself. It’s blessed with 16-kilometres of uncrowded pristine beaches, shopping and dining options to rival it’s nearby, more popular neighbours,  and walking tracks that provide some of the best views in the Coastal Bay of Plenty.   ..read more

An exhibition hundreds of millions of years in the making is coming to Hamilton. From 12 April 2024, you can come face to face with the fossilised remains of some of history’s largest and deadliest predators in ‘Six  Extinctions’. Discover the fascinating geological periods these predators belonged to and learn how mass extinction events have shaped –  and continue to shape – life on Earth. This international touring exhibition is produced by Australia’s Gondwana Studios and has attracted rave reviews from visitors of all ages.  ‘Six Extinctions’ begins by travelling back 485 mi ..read more

Rotorua is known for bubbling mud pools, shooting geysers and natural hot springs, as well as showcasing our fascinating Māori culture. From crystal-clear streams and magical forests, to epic biking trails and thermal mud pools, Rotorua has it all. The city offers a raft of attractions and experiences for everyone from adventure-seekers to those just looking to unwind. Sitting within the Pacific Rim of Fire, Rotorua is a geothermal wonderland with bubbling mud pools, clouds of steam, and natural hot springs perfect for bathing and relaxing in. After marvelling at the distinctive landscapes and ..read more

Tasman Holiday Parks operates with one clear goal in mind – to create timeless holiday experiences in places of vibrant natural beauty. From the sun-kissed sands of the North Island to the rugged allure of the South Island, each of their holiday parks embodies a commitment to  crafting timeless havens where guests can pause, relax, and savour the moments. With holiday parks scattered across New Zealand, Tasman Holiday Parks offers a portfolio of distinct destinations. Miranda, Beachaven, Waihi Beach, Papamoa Beach, Rotorua, and Ohiwa Beach in the North Island present an array of coastal w ..read more