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Take to the black sand and rolling surf of Piha Beach for epic surfing and serene rainforest walks.

Take to the black sand and rolling surf of Piha Beach for epic surfing and serene rainforest walks.

Whether you seek thrilling watersports or deep relaxation, you can find it in this beautiful beach town and gateway to the Hibiscus Coast.

Despite what you might think, there\'s more to this museum than guns and warplanes (though those are pretty impressive too).

Wander past black sand beaches and through magnificent rainforest, or take the train through the caves and tunnels on an adventure just waiting to be experienced.

Known for good food, better wine and beautiful beaches, this little island appeals to those who are fond of the finer things in life.

With plentiful trails through coastal forests, amid sand dunes and alongside dramatic waves, this isolated beach is the perfect place to get back to nature.

Take to the black sand and rolling surf of Piha Beach for epic surfing and serene rainforest walks.

Despite what you might think, there\'s more to this museum than guns and warplanes (though those are pretty impressive too).

Take to the black sand and rolling surf of Piha Beach for epic surfing and serene rainforest walks.

Wander past black sand beaches and through magnificent rainforest, or take the train through the caves and tunnels on an adventure just waiting to be experienced.

The white sands, untroubled waters and wild native bushland of Palm Beach draw visitors in their tens of thousands to Waiheke Island each and every year.

Once the site of an active volcano, Auckland Domain is now home to a wealth of exotic plantlife, sculpture and a wide-ranging museum.

Once the site of an active volcano, Auckland Domain is now home to a wealth of exotic plantlife, sculpture and a wide-ranging museum.

Ascend the tallest man-made structure in New Zealand for stunning views over Auckland. Dine in the rotating restaurant or take a dive from a height of 194 metres.

Wander past black sand beaches and through magnificent rainforest, or take the train through the caves and tunnels on an adventure just waiting to be experienced.

Whether you seek thrilling watersports or deep relaxation, you can find it in this beautiful beach town and gateway to the Hibiscus Coast.

Once the site of an active volcano, Auckland Domain is now home to a wealth of exotic plantlife, sculpture and a wide-ranging museum.

With plentiful trails through coastal forests, amid sand dunes and alongside dramatic waves, this isolated beach is the perfect place to get back to nature.

Known for good food, better wine and beautiful beaches, this little island appeals to those who are fond of the finer things in life.

Take to the black sand and rolling surf of Piha Beach for epic surfing and serene rainforest walks.

Despite what you might think, there\'s more to this museum than guns and warplanes (though those are pretty impressive too).