About the Region
"Napier is bursting at the seams with pride, and so it should be: It is the prettiest little city in New Zealand. It has an unbeatable combination of fabulous climate, elegant Art Deco architecture, as much award-winning wine as anyone could want, plus sea, surf and pretty vineyards." Frommer's Guide New Zealand, 2nd Edition
Allow at least three days to experience the many attractions Hawke's Bay has to offer: the Cape Kidnappers Gannet Sanctuary, over 50 of New Zealand's Finest Wineries, 5 Championship Golf Courses, fishing, Gardens, hot air ballooning, horse treks, beach & bush walks, sailing, scuba diving, paragliding from Te Mata Peak, shopping, museums,art galleries, the National Aquarium, and much more!. One of the best collections of Art Deco architecture in the world is a 10 minute walk away.
You can enjoy all these activities by yourself or on a guided tour. True to our concept of exclusivity and privacy, we also offer tailor-made Private Tours with the most knowledgeable guides of the region.
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“The Ten Best Historical Journeys”
New Zealand: The Lord Of The Rings Country
Napier, in the North Island’s southeast, features stunning art deco architecture from the 1930s and a buzzing café culture – more than 30 cafés do business here. Marine Parade, a lush walkway along the sea bedecked with gardens and fountains, has a fabulous aquarium that families shouldn’t miss. Nearby await a gannet colony at Cape Kidnappers and plenty of Hawke’s Bay wineries in the heart of New Zealand’s oldest wine-growing region. Overlooking the Coast, The Masters Lodge was built by a local cigarette baron. There are only two rooms, both of them huge and nicely furnished, and one with a sun porch. For any service in your room, you just pull the old-fashioned bell cord.
THE 10 BEST OF EVERYTHING: AN ULTIMATE GUIDE FOR TRAVELERS
By Nathaniel & Andrew Lande
A National Geographic Publication
"Napier is another place to enjoy sea breezes whipping through your hair and bright sun on your face, but its distinct sea-side-town atmosphere and earthquake history set it apart from the other towns along the east coast. Sauntering along stately, Norfolk pine-lined Marine Parade, you will find it hard to believe that this elegant city was completely rebuilt after total destruction in the Hawke’s Bay earthquake of 1931."
Moon Travel New Zealand Handbook, 5th Edition
The Legend of Maui
Maori legend tells us that the North Island of New Zealand is actually the world's largest fish. Maui-tikitiki-a-Taranga, a famous mythical hero, was fishing with his brothers and decided to show them his supernatural powers. He chanted a prayer, then reached into the ocean and brought up a magical jawbone. With it, he fished up the North Island or as the Maori named it, Te-Ika-a-Maui, the Fish of Maui.
The sacred jawbone used as the hook left its impression on the land where Hawke’s Bay was formed. If you look at a map of the North Island, you can see that Wellington is the head of Maui's fish, Cape Taranaki & East Cape are the fins, and Northland is the tail of the fish.
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"The Master's
Lodge boutique lodgings offer luxury hotel style accommodation
situated in Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand (NZ). Our retreat
offers elegant bed and breakfast with optional gourmet dinners,
spa options, and wedding and honeymoon packages."
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