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Highlights of Auckland Region

Auckland Information

Auckland is New Zealand's largest and most culturally diverse city. Consistently rated as one of..

Piha Information

Piha is a laid-back seaside village 45 minutes west of Auckland city. The dramatic beach, which is..

Karekare Information

In 1993, Jane Campion’s Oscar Winning The Piano made Karekare an international star, with..

Waiheke Island Information

One of the larger Hauraki Gulf islands, Waiheke is just 14 kilometres by ferry from the heart of..

Auckland Harbour Information

Waitemata or Auckland Harbour as it is commonly known is a peaceful, sheltered area that lies just..

Matakana Information

Just an hour's drive north of Auckland is the town of Matakana, best known for its community..

Rangitoto Island Information

As if by design, just 600 years ago a volcanic mountain emerged from the sea to create Auckland's..

Sky Tower Information

Auckland's Sky Tower is a striking telecommunications and observation tower set in the heart of..

Waitakere Ranges Information

The Waitakere Ranges Regional Park covers 28 square kilometres of native forest, rivers and beaches..

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West Coast Information

Auckland's west, including Waitakere City and part of Rodney District, is famous for its great scenery - lush rainforests, rugged black sand beaches and rolling green rural landscapes.

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The rainforest of the Waitakere Ranges covers more than 16,000 hectares and features more than 240 kilometres of walking trails through beautiful native trees to streams, waterfalls and stunning west coast beaches. Travelling north west, the dense forests of the Waitakere Ranges transform into farmland, vineyards and roadside shops selling fresh, locally-grown produce. The west is the oldest wine growing region in Auckland and produces premium wine in a range of varieties; it is also home to the annual Kumeu Food and Wine Festival.

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Highlights of North Island

Wellington Region Information

The picture-perfect capital city of Wellington is situated in the lower part of the North Island..

Rotorua Information

The Rotorua region was the birthplace of New Zealand tourism in the 1800s and it remains one of New..

Wellington Information

New Zealand's centre of art, coffee, and culture, Wellington is a destination that combines..

Bay of Plenty Information

Gardens and art are the stars of spring in the Bay of Plenty. The mild climate makes it the perfect..

Bay of Islands Information

Bay of Islands A jewel in New Zealand’s crown Back in 1769 Captain James Cook extensively..

Northlands Information

Spring in subtropical Northland brings the senses alive. Imagine ocean waves lapping on white sand..

Coromandel Information

Spring signals the opening of the Coromandel scallop season. Dive for scallops to barbeque yourself..

Hawkes Bay Information

A Mediterranean climate with long, fine dry summers and mild winters not only makes this a great..

Lake Taupo Information

Situated in the volcanic heart of the North Island, the Lake Taupo region is home to New Zealand's..

Napier Information

The port city of Napier is a popular tourist destination with its sweeping views of Hawke’s Bay..

Hastings Information

Fruit, wine and 1930s architecture give Hastings an appealing point of difference. The area was..

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