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- #1698413vale019 October 9, 2018 at 1:24 pm
The Grove, Takaka
(Click each image to enlarge)The Grove loop track through a limestone wonderland maze, Takaka, Golden Bay.
The Grove Access
The Grove carpark
Limestone jungle
Walking track
Limestone maze walkway
The curvy Palm tree
Tree huggers
Rata vines go crazy in The Grove
Inside of a Ponga Fern Tree along the loop track
#1698816vale019 October 12, 2018 at 4:21 pmHelicopter Trips
(Click each image to enlarge)Mt Maunganui Flight
Devil’s Staircase. Mayor Island
Bird’s eye view of off-shore power boats
Bay of Plenty beach landing
Mayor Island
Motiti Island
White Island
#1700240vale019 October 26, 2018 at 1:55 pmThanks for that Critic- a FABULOUS photo – much appreciated 👍🌹
#1700242vale019 October 26, 2018 at 3:31 pmWAIHEKE ISLAND BEACHES
With its own warm, dry micro-climate, blissful Waiheke Island has emerald waters lapping at the rocky bays on the island’s landward side and some of the best sandy beaches on its ocean flank. Waiheke beaches have long been a favorite escape for city dwellers and visitors alike – white sands, safe swimming, great fishing, coastal walking tracks …
Waiheke’s scenic coastline boasts a diverse range of beautiful beaches.
———————————————————————————————————————-Segway around the island
Oneroa
Facing sunny north with clear water and white sand, Oneroa beach offers great swimming at all tides, large grass areas with barbeque facilities and swings. Body surfing possible when conditions allow. Within easy walking distance to the village.Little Oneroa
A picturesque sheltered bay ideal for family swimming. Two barbeque areas and a large children’s playground. Body surfing possible when conditions allow. Beach store across the road.Shelly Beach
Very sheltered spot that offers great high tide swimming – perfect for small children. Excellent beach when the northerly picks up.Sandy Bay
Good for swimming at all tides with plenty of shade trees. Boat ramp.Enclosure Bay
Fabulous swimming at high tide and the warmest water of all the bays. Shelly not sandy. Limited shade and small grass area. Excellent rock pools to explore at low tide.Beachfront View Enclosure Bay
Palm Beach
Facing sunny north with clear water and white sand Palm Beach offers great swimming at all tides and is a must to visit. Large grass areas, large children’s playground and two barbeque areas. Body surfing possible when conditions allow. Limited shade. Beach store and takeaways.Orca at Palm Beach
Onetangi
At two kilometers long, Onetangi is a fabulous walking beach as well as offering great swimming at all tides and another must to visit. Barbeque facilities and limited shade. Body surfing possible when conditions allow.
Man O’War Bay
Very tidal with great swimming at high tide. Large grass areas and good shade trees to escape from the sun. Close to the Man O’War tasting room.Man O’War Bay Winery
#1700306Critic October 27, 2018 at 8:47 amHi vale019
This might put a smile on your face 🙂
Crackdown on Scooters
#1700391jennifer128355 October 28, 2018 at 9:18 amGorgeous scenery Val….thanks many.
Critic, for some who do not know all the birds in NZ, would you name them. I notice this on the “Photography Thread” also. One has to remember, people who are new to New Zealand or been gone a long time and also, those birds didn’t always hang out in their area. Lovely picture. Good chance for the massive bird watches in the world! Maybe bring them on down to NZ without the native/wildlife destruction. (no more human waste) go the other way! Thanks a lot.
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