19/10/2018
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
Ah Labor Day… It’s that time again, the start of the long sunny days and warmer temperatures.
Since 1890 New Zealanders have been celebrating Labor Day. It marked the day when the right to work no more than eight hour won marvel, a right that we all enjoy today.
Since then countless ways to enjoy the holiday have been observed but what better way to have fun during the long weekend than to warm up the good vibes of the summer season.
Here are top picks to have fun under the sun for the long weekend
Funday at Paihia, Northland
Enjoy your three-day weekend at Paihia, Northland. Just a three-hour drive from Auckland, you can enjoy the subtropical destination, filled with adventure, history and fun. Marvel at the ancient Kauri Trees on the Manginangina Boardwalk at Puketi Forest. Perfect if you love walking! The Paiha to Opua Coastal walkway is a must. From the Waitangi Treary Grounds, walk to Haruru Falls and while at it keep an eye for shags and kingfishers.
Take a ferry to historic Russell, go kayaking, fishing, have lunch along the secluded beaches or you can go swimming with the dolphins.
Lake Taupo
Arguably North Islands most charming townships. Lake Taupo is home to New Zealand’s largest lake. Surrounding the area of Taupo is a haven for walkers, hikers, mountain bikers and all outdoor enthusiast. Be amazed with New Zealand’s largest lake flowing into a narrow river gorge and watch it turning into dramatic rapids.
Relax in natural hot pools created by geothermal activities at OTUMUHEKE STREAM.
Go camping. Taupo is an extremely camper-friendly location with some great free places to spend the night. Enjoy a camping at night alongside the Waikato River at Reids Farm Campground or on the lakefront at Five Mile Bay.
Nelson, Tasman
Nelson Tasman is gifted with natural landscapes – lakes, mountains, rivers, native bush, beaches
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