Residents of Metlifecare's Longford Park Village went for a trip on a DC3 plane at Ardmore Airport recently to celebrate the village's 20th anniversary. Because whether you sign up for a day trip to Whitianga or simply a half-hour scenic flight over Auckland and the Gulf, cruising low and slow, in style, is such a treat. PAMELA WADE The half-hour scenic flight goes over Auckland and the Gulf. The scenic flight over Auckland costs $138 adults, $80 children 3-15 years, and $115 for seniors. Check the website's timetable for scenic flights over Auckland, Whitianga days out and, for the real fans, longer, country-wide tours in association with Pacific Trailways.

Source: Stuff February 17, 2019 22:41 UTC