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RE: Returning to the first country I ever visited.

by k2w3 26 May 2012

It hasn't changed much since '93, timalex. I wish you well for the 2nd trip. Give me a wave as you head north, past Orewa.
RE: Any good beaches?

by chrisj 08 April 2012

Nobody mentioned Orewa! I thought it was great.
RE: Auckland in June

by ranjon 28 February 2012

It'd be a shame if you're visiting NZ not to get out of Auckland and enjoy some of the countryside and perhaps your son has already been…
RE: Trip to Perth, Sydney, and Auckland

by chrisj 08 February 2012

I'd say 5-7 days in Perth. 2 days Margaret River Wineries & caves 1 day Rottnest Island 1 day Fremantle 1 day Kings Park / Swan bells…
RE: itinerary advice

by lagoon 30 January 2012

I live in Northland, so I'm used to driving these routes. For a start the main road from BOI to Auckland has improved immensely. I takes…
RE: How to spend a Christmas Night

by neverwinter 14 October 2011

I would suggest a small 'boutique' backpackers where you can indeed cook up a nice meal, maybe sit and admire a nice view. Unfortunately…
RE: New Zealand - First part of my 2 weeks - North & South Island Trip

by s_anand 04 October 2011

thanks a lot DJ3, both the link n your comment was really helpful Awaiting the replies to rest of my questions, pls, will really help::…
Re: New Zealand - First part of my 2 weeks - North & South Island Trip

by dlj3 04 October 2011

Hi, The drive from Auckland to the Bay of Islands is about 3 and 1/2 hrs on State Highway 1. You pass through Orewa (lovely beach, good…
New Zealand - First part of my 2 weeks - North & South Island Trip

by s_anand 03 October 2011

Hi All, i am planning a trip with my girl in the month of Feb' 2012. I will be flying in & out of Auckland & plan to cover some bit of…
RE: Toll roads in New Zealand

by kiwitraveller1t 28 April 2011

There is a booth either way but it means going off the road. The one North is at a petrol station( well marked) and going south you stop…
RE: Beach Suburbs Auckland/Christchurch

by Antipodean451 08 November 2010

In Auckland the North Shore would probably meet the criteria. More specifically Devonport or Takapuna. Note such areas in Auckland are…
RE: NZ roadtrip - what you think?

by ianw6705 05 August 2010

But not really the point, is it? We took two full days to drive from Paihia to Whitianga around 4-5 Jan (with an overnight at Orewa…
RE: wellington to Taupo, best route

by sneaker_fish 15 February 2010

Yep. To be absolutely honest though a lot of that is because we never stopped (or maybe once at Taihape!). And he drove like a demon.…
RE: Best places to live in NZ / Australia

by sneaker_fish 28 January 2010

How about Auckland? I know Auckland is often associated with sprawl but it's also got areas which are more rural (ok, if not Auckland…
RE: 2 days in auckland

by LisaMNZ 20 January 2010

Orewa, a pretty town - really?? how long ago were you there? I think maybe it used to be. now it's become surrounded by suburban…
RE: 2 days in auckland

by HKP90 20 January 2010

We really enjoyed the matamata LOTR thing, but that's probably just us being geeks. Not much else there though. While you are down there…
Re: NZ with Kids- welcome any suggestions

by petakell 08 November 2009

Sounds like a great trip. 3 Days in Paihia is perfect as there is so much to see & do there. Base yourself from Paihia & you can do…
RE: place to stay some days in Auckland region with 3 small kids

by ianw6705 09 August 2009

I trust Orewa Holiday Park is a lot quieter these days, now that the new freeway section is in play.
RE: place to stay some days in Auckland region with 3 small kids

by onetreefan 09 August 2009

Someone mentined Sandsit - it's further north than Orewa but has an gorgeous campground on the water (no noise unlike Orewa) and has holiday…
RE: place to stay some days in Auckland region with 3 small kids

by westwood 01 August 2009

Orewa is on the local bus route into Auckland City so its not quite the back of beyond!! And it doesnt take long travelling by car with…
RE: place to stay some days in Auckland region with 3 small kids

by ianw6705 01 August 2009

We stayed overnight at the [Orewa Top10|http://www.orewabeachholidaypark.co.nz/] Holiday Park northeast of Auckland, in a park cabin.…
RE: Auckland Surfing

by westwood 07 May 2009

Orewa to the north on the Hibiscus Coast is on the bus route, quicker now with designated bus lanes to the city.
RE: Touring the North Island

by ianw6705 11 August 2008

Here is our four-week itinerary for January 2009, which might assist you shape your own: ● Auckland (3 nights) ● West Coast (1) ● Ho…
RE: North Island Itinerary

by ianw6705 29 July 2008

Thanks for all that myshkin. Yes ... I also think House of Harmony is a bit far north, but will take it if we need to. Baylys Holiday…
RE: North Island Itinerary

by myshkin 29 July 2008

In terms of alternatives to Orewa, if Lisa has persuaded you, you might want to look into Matakana or Leigh - very nice places, both of…