Peace and Plenty Inn

Things to do

Waiheke Island: a self-contained bubble of pure pleasure

Feel a world away, retreat into lazy days and drift from vineyard, olive grove to beach on Waiheke. Read the story . . . 

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Climb Rangitoto: Auckland's most iconic volcano

Summit the city's most iconic volcano, as well as its youngest and largest. Read the story . . . 

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Matakana Coast: markets, beaches and vineyards

Get away from it all and immerse yourself in a heady mix of arts, artisanal markets, boutique vineyards, olive groves, beautiful beaches and endless rolling hills. Read the story . . . 

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Te Henga Walkway: a wild and wonderful west coast walk

Walk the rugged cliff top from Bethells Beach/Te Henga to Murawai and drink in the most epic views of Auckland's wild west coast. Read the story . . . 

Takapuna Beach Business Association Visit website

Takapuna Beach...city rhythm, beach vibe. Only 10 minutes from Auckland CBD. With a vibrant beach atmosphere, a thriving hospitality scene, designer shopping, bustling Sunday markets, . . . More . . . 

Out and about

Auckland's North Shore: the ‘other side’

Even though the North Shore is well-settled, it still has its wild places: pockets of bush persist within the suburbs and its string of safe beaches are never overly crowded. Read the story . . . 

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14 glorious ways to keep the kids entertained in Auckland on the weekends

14 of the coolest things to do in Auckland with the kids. Read the story . . . 

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Loved by the locals: North Shore

Do what the locals do on the North Shore.  Read the story . . .