Here are some of our favourite beaches
It’s a conversation topic that can divide families and friends – and nope, we are not talking about politics. It is, of course, what beach is the best in the country? We asked some of our Stuff colleagues for their favourites: Waipātiki Beach, Hawke’s Bay 40 minutes north of Napier is the best beach. There’s […]
Cape South: The life-changing wellness retreat tucked away in Hawke’s Bay
In seven years of almost constant travel – to all seven continents – right now, I think I’m the happiest I’ve ever been. Here’s the secret. We’ve just arrived at a picturesque wellness retreat nestled amongst the rolling coastal hills of Hawke’s Bay. And it’s run by two of the most genuine, lovely humans you […]
Unique Hawke’s Bay holiday home: Waimārama Chalets
Whether you are after a relaxing stay close to the beach, or on a farm, Hawke’s Bay offers the perfect combination of surf and turf this summer. The Waimārama Chalets are a labour of love and offer a one-of-a-kind experience, perfect for big groups, family functions, or as a couples retreat. Built by George Ashcroft and […]
Scoop Up The Taste Of Summer In Hawke’s Bay
Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand: It’s never been easier to sample a true taste of summer with New Zealand’s oldest ice creamery Rush Munro’s launching four new ‘Hawke’s Bay’ flavours just in time for the festive season. Each of the four unique flavours pays tribute to an iconic summer experience in Hawke’s Bay, from cycling the […]
Benefits of buying an established business
Buying an existing business is like running a marathon which has already been half-run for you by another athlete! Starting a business can be a difficult and risky endeavour. However buying an established business can provide the new owner with a much more secure and viable option. The key reasons for buying an existing enterprise […]
It’s hard to beat NZ’s combination of bike trails and holiday parks
For a break full of fun whānau time and easy adventures, it’s hard to beat the combination of bike trails and holiday parks. For a truly relaxing holiday, forget the endless driving, air travel, poky motels and vanilla Airbnbs in favour of leafy holiday parks and bike trails. The explosion of cycleways, cross-country trails, mountain […]
Porters Boutique Hotel: Where to stay in NZ’s cutest village
My favourite village in New Zealand is Havelock North. It has so much to offer in just a few streets. It’s almost as if you shrank Melbourne to the size of a tiny town and surrounded it with vineyards and orchards. It even has a luxury hotel. It’s not one of the big chains; Porters […]
Biggest Hawke’s Bay tourism weekend in recent history
A double-date with Robbie Williams has helped Hawke’s Bay set a new tourism record. Hawke’s Bay Tourism said it was now confident the region would be a hotspot this summer, citing the success of two 25,000-strong concerts at Mission Estate in Napier over the weekend as proof it can deliver. At the weekend’s peak, 36,909 domestic visitors and 3222 international visitors […]
Napier To Host Opening Round Of 2024 World Triathlon Cup
Napier has been unveiled as the new home of New Zealand’s popular stop on the World Triathlon Cup circuit and doubled down by also agreeing to host the Oceania Standard Distance Championships later this summer. The picturesque Hawke’s Bay coastal city, famed for its world class wine, annual Art Deco Festival and Ranfurly Shield-holding rugby […]
Squares set for summer fun
Emerson Street’s two historic squares – Clive Square and Memorial Square – are kicking summer off to a bright start with picnics, music and art. Squares in the City is a mini festival in the heart of Napier running from 1-8 December, with a different event – and a different summery vibe – on offer […]
Hawke’s Bay: The region bursting with new hidden gems
Talk about a rough couple of years for Hawke’s Bay tourism operators. They’ve been through Covid closures, a cyclone, and now tourists are staying away because they think the region is still storm-damaged. However, on a recent visit, I found every reason to head to Hawke’s Bay. Yes, small pockets are still in recovery mode, […]