Are 90 miles of sandy beach all that springs to mind when you think of Northland? And if you travel outside of summer, you’ll get to enjoy the best of both worlds - quieter roads and the endless warm weather the Far North is famous for. READ MORE:* Let's keep New Zealand backpacker friendly* A road-trip discovery of Northland* Best walks in Northland revealedMeghan Maloney The curved sweep and perfect water of Mātai Bay. Never before had we seen such a perfectly shaped bay and water so brilliantly blue and clear. With travel outside our local regions becoming a possibility again in the near future, add these hidden gems to your next road trip for some unique, off-the-beaten-track Northland experiences.

Source: Stuff April 30, 2020 21:33 UTC