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"Visiting the Waitangi Treaty Grounds in the Bay of Islands is important for anyone interested in New Zealand’s history — it’s one of the country’s most significant historical sites and worth including on your itinerary." - Matthew Kepnes
Interactive museum, cultural performances, historic treaty grounds
Tau Henare Drive, Waitangi 0293, New Zealand Get directions
Cycling park · Waitangi
40+ trails for all abilities, bike hire, cafe, scenic views
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Lodge · Matauri Bay
World-class golf, ocean views, spa, private beaches, fine dining
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Public bathroom · Kawakawa
Artist's final project: mosaic tile, bottle art, tree through roof
· Portland
Ice cream blended to order with NZ-inspired soft serve
RV park · Kaihu
Family friendly park with rivers, glow worms, night walks
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· Kaitaia
Beaches with vast natural sand, near last settlement
Woodworker · Dargaville
Master woodturner's gallery: New Zealand Kauri art, bowls, pens.
Tourist attraction · Waipoua Kauri Forest
Majestic ancient kauri tree, humbling & awe-inspiring experience
Tourist attraction · Cape Reinga
Majestic shifting sand dunes for sandboarding and desert adventures
Resort hotel · Omapere
Beachfront resort with rooms, apartments, villas, pool