December has been an exciting month. A month of preparation and lots of organisation. A big family Christmas was planned which involved lots of preparation, baking and many, many lists!
But before our busy Christmas, the hubby and I thought we would give each other the gift of time together. A small holiday was quickly planned. I had remarked that I had never visited the Bay of Plenty area. So it was decided to take advantage of our 'spare' week in December and drive to Gisborne, onto to Tokomaru Bay, Tologa Bay, Waihau Bay, Whakatane, Tauranga and back home via Taupo. We had a very special time in each place. I loved the history of the area, and everywhere we went people were so friendly and helpful. I finally managed to walk along the "most loved beach" in NZ, Ohope Beach. And a visit to the historic sites on route was truly memorable.
In Gisborne we stumbled across Muirs Bookshop and Cafe. What a wonderful find, one of the best bookshops I have ever been to.
http://www.muirsbookshop.co.nz/
Another highlight was a meal at Roquette in Whakatane
http://roquette-restaurant.co.nz/. I would recommend you try this lovely place.
And finally, the Bay of Plenty is a bit of a photographers paradise. I am already planning another trip in 2015.
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| Our first night - the Gisborne sunset |
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| Toes in Ohope Beach - I thought the sand would be white? |
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| Tologa Bay wharf - an amazing restoration |
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| So many beautiful Pohutukawa trees |
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| Historic St Marys Church |
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