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Wednesday, July 17, 2024
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Visitors returning in numbers to Northland’s unique offerings.
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ou’ve seen the headlines: “Northland open for business after SH1 works completed.” What they should probably have said was: “Northland open for holidays.” Tania Burt, Head of Destination & Communications at Northland Inc, the regional economic development agency, says reinstatement of the highway across the Brynderwyn Hills, south of Whangārei, means the region is once again easily linked to the rest of the country – and Northland is ready to welcome Kiwi visitors to Northland’s unique destinations and memorable experiences for the whole family.
“With the main highway now open and connecting the region to our neighbours in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, we’re encouraging everyone to head north,” she says. “As the birthplace of Aotearoa New Zealand, from the first landing of Kupe in the Hokianga to the historical significance of Waitangi Treaty Grounds, we’re inviting New Zealanders to come and immerse themselves in the culture and history which Northland is ready to share.
For first-timers, there’s no better way to experience the north than following the Twin Coast Discovery Highway, the 800km loop from Auckland and back that circles the region.
there’s also driving routes up the east and west coasts. While the west provides rugged coastlines and ancient kauri forests, the east coast delivers on surf and sand.
It runs alongside both the Pacific and Tasman shorelines, past amazing sand dunes and some of the country’s most beautiful beaches, often diving inland to picture-book villages, vibrant culture and some of Aotearoa’s richest history.
“Northland has the oldest touring route in the country, the Twin Coast Discovery Highway, where you can explore the contrasting coastlines without needing to backtrack on your journey, so you can make the most of your time in Northland.
“Businesses and visitor experiences are rolling out the welcome mat with special offers and events, adding to long list of reasons to explore Northland these school holidays.”
Hailing from the Bay of Islands, Burt (Te KapotaiNgāpuhi) is the perfect person to provide an Insider’s Guide. The newly re-opened Brynderwyn route is the main gateway to Northland’s delights and an atmosphere unique in New Zealand – but
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