Quote: Many countries have a marine-animal attraction, and this is New Zealand’s. It doesn’t compare to the California, Florida, or Australia’s Gold Coast equivalents, but there is a nice, friendly atmosphere that many… Read More

Quote: Fascinating guided walk (NZ$10) around Art Deco Napier city centre. Destroyed by Earthquake in 1931, Napier was rebuilt in only 2 years in the Art Deco style, and the tour is well worth the few dollars. … Read More

Quote: Waipatiki Beach is, in my opinion, the most beautiful beach in Hawke's Bay. It is about a 45-minute drive from Napier, the last 20 minutes on a narrow, winding gravel road. Perhaps because of this, the beach is… Read More

Quote: Tongoio Scenic Reserve is about 20 minutes outside of Napier in the direction of Gisborne. When driving, you will very suddenly come across the sign, so look carefully on your right side. There is a small parking… Read More

Quote: There are two cinemas in town. Cinema 4 shows all the current mainstream movies, about 10 at a time. The other cinema, Century Cinema, is found in the same building as the Hawke's Bay Museum. This theater shows… Read More

Quote: What a great way to taste Hawke’s Bay. Five wineries and a superb lunch made this a really interesting day. It started when we were picked up from our accommodation by driver, Mike, in a mini coach. After… Read More

Quote: Tel: (06) 834-4615; Fax: 646 834 4622; Email: brookfields.vineyards@xtra.co.nz Brookfields Vineyards was founded in 1937. The winery was purchased by the current owner, Peter Robertson, in 1977 and he has… Read More

Quote: Every Sunday morning, come rain or shine (usually the latter!!), The Farmers Market offers you some of Hawkes bay's finest produce. Try before you buy! Everything from freshly roasted coffee to local cheeses.… Read More

Quote: Tel: (06) 844 2259; Fax: 646 844 6023; Email: wine@missionestate.co.nz Established in 1851 by the French Marist religious order, Mission Estate Winery is New Zealand’s oldest winemaker. From a public point of… Read More

Quote: Tel: (06) 844 2053; Fax: 646 844 3378; Email: thecellardoor@churchroad.co.nz This is home to New Zealand’s only wine museum as well as the magnificent Tom McDonald Cellar. Visitors can also enjoy a meal in the… Read More