Loved the views from Bluff Hill Domain…read more Thanks to Mark from Hawkes Bay Scenic Tours for sharing this beautiful vantage point with our cruise ship tour group. Love the views of the turquoise water, the waves crashing against the beach and the birds-eye view of our cruise ship. Walk to the small garden to see some birds and blooming flowers. A great stop on our Napier Wine, Cider and Art Deco tour. Note: Book independently for a smaller more intimate experience and save some money, too. Pick up the tour at the National Aquarium. Safety first. Seatbelts required.

The old Maori legend says this mermaid Pania lived in the sea off the coast of New Zealand's North…read moreIsland. One day she fell in love with and secretly married Karitoki, the son of a Maori chief, living with him at night & living in the sea with the mermaid people during the day. They had a son, Maremare, who was completely without hair. This worried Karitoki, who thought he might lose his wife and son to the mermaid people. When he tried to make her permanently human, she fled back into the sea and he never saw her again. He now protects the sea and the reef in the shape of a shark or stingray. The mermaid statue was placed on the City of Napier's Marine Parade in 1954. It is made of bronze & is 5 ft tall. It's funny, she was stolen a few years ago & was mysteriously returned a week later.

Even better than just the thermal walk - pay for a day in the hot springs and a massage, bring a…read morepicnic lunch. It's super pretty and enjoyable. There's also a great cafe on site and all the staff are very professional and efficient.

Natural wonders to see, and just $10. Great for anyone wanting a taste of thermal action and…read morecoloured earth for a bargain price. Plus you're by a campsite if looking for a spot to stay.

Our time arriving in Napier New Zealand just happens to coincide with the preparation of " Napier's…read moreArt - Deco Festival" , which happens to take place in the month of February. Today was media day for the upcoming event ! Hooter's Vintage Classic Cars were all on display for this event. The cars were fully restored and may I ad were beautiful ! Just imagine yourself being chauffeured on a private tour of all the Art - Deco architecture in town, or a trip to the wine country ! Hooter's Vintage Classic Cars is a family owned and operated business with the largest collection of older vehicles in New Zealand. Their tours are customized to your needs and their drivers are professional and very knowledgeable ! Time to go for a ride ! Live/Love/Travel !

A prefect day. We were looked after so well by Ana at dispatch and Tere on our tour. The car was a…read moregreat way to see the local wineries and our guide was excellent. Bubbly, informative and fun!!!