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Visit the Hauraki Gulf islands

Try: New Zealand’s Hauraki Gulf islands

Check out: The diverse and ecologically unique wildlife and flora, including the flightless kiwi bird and the kauri tree.

Don’t forget: Your swimsuit -- the Great Barrier island has some of the world’s most stunning beaches and best surfing.

Stop by: Waiheke Island and tour some of the native wineries.

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