{"id":2596,"date":"2020-06-03T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-03T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2020-06-03T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2020-06-03T00:00:00","slug":"rediscover-must-see-destinations-close-to-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/holiday-ideas\/family-groups\/family-holiday-ideas\/rediscover-must-see-destinations-close-to-home","title":{"rendered":"4 must-see destinations to explore close to home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Sometimes the best holidays aren\u2019t as far away as you think. Rediscover hidden gems nearby and put a new perspective on what\u2019s close to home. Here are the four top stops!<\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <a name=\"Coromandel_Peninsula\">Coromandel Peninsula<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2nuMl3TbOsJ77MjEVjtpYg\/15e097cb932f9d7aaafd499213f1f115\/nz-1-Coromandel.Peninsula.20002188.jpeg\" alt=\"nz-1-Coromandel.Peninsula.20002188\"><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/results?pinnedPropertyListing=133.20002188.3715787\">Stay here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<p>Take just a short drive east from Auckland and you\u2019ll land you in the spectacular Coromandel Peninsula. From the rainforest trails of Karangahake Gorge to the crystal waters of the Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve, it\u2019s easy to plan a holiday on the Coromandel that ticks all the boxes. The peninsula has stretches of unmatched coastlines that are home to some of the most unique beaches in the country. And this is one of those extraordinary destinations where you can find your family either a bach with ocean views or a holiday home with an expanse of secluded rainforest.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/209384\/coromandel-peninsula\">Explore the Coromandel ><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <a name=\"Lake_Taupo\">Lake Taupo<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/5SAxKxNwg58GExi3gmythE\/c7c01dd9218525f1ff0589bd8eb136cb\/nz-2-Lake.Taupo.20025108.jpeg\" alt=\"nz-2-Lake.Taupo.20025108\"><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/results?pinnedPropertyListing=133.20025108.3717848\">Stay here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<p>All it takes is less than a four-hour drive from Auckland (or less than five hours from Wellington) to be lakeside at Taupo. Taking a holiday in the vicinity of Lake Taupo has something for everyone \u2060\u2014 even the fussiest of family members. With breathtaking waterfalls, scenic hot springs, and watersports galore, anyone who has an affinity for the water will feel right at home. Look to base yourselves in a gorgeous lakeside cabin or find yourselves a cosy bach surrounded by greenery to call your own and have a holiday filled with nature-filled memories.   <\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/198620\/taupo-district\">Explore Lake Taupo ><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <a name=\"Queenstown\">Queenstown<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/2ROQK9ZDU4eX40hbBsEJ0a\/de347f8a502c3a08569599a3720b1530\/nz-3-Queenstown.7217612.jpeg\" alt=\"nz-3-Queenstown.7217612\"><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/results?pinnedPropertyListing=133.7217612.6414904\">Stay here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<p>Head west from Dunedin you\u2019ll quickly find yourself among the spectacular Southern Alps. The area surrounding Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu is easily one of the world\u2019s most scenic locations. There are iconic hiking trails and ski fields, secluded lakeside retreats, pristine forests, and mountainside vistas all waiting for your family\u2019s next adventure. You\u2019ll be spoiled for choice with plenty of holiday homes with water and mountain views where your family can watch the boats go by and the birds soar by the peaks right from your window.    <\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/84037\/queenstown-lakes-district\">Explore Queenstown ><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <a name=\"Rotorua\">Rotorua<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-11 alignalignfull-width\" src=\"\/holiday-ideas\/wp-content\/uploads\/7MOZJx62D1arQOtYJB8KGC\/14c5af4bc075ba77f706dbaa3df2224c\/nz-4-Rotorua.20038327.jpeg\" alt=\"nz-4-Rotorua.20038327\"><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/results?pinnedPropertyListing=133.20038327.4762280\">Stay here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<p>A three-hour drive from Auckland lands you in the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. Spend days exploring the cultural experiences of the lakeside town and its surrounding natural landmarks. From the bubbling pools and geysers, to the six hectares of Californian Redwoods, there\u2019s a natural phenomenon practically around every corner. And the best part of Rotorua is with the 18 lakes and three major rivers in the area to choose from, there\u2019s an abundance of waterside baches where your family can get away from it all. <\/p>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/d\/5203\/rotorua-district\">Explore Rotorua ><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<p>\n<\/p>\n\n\n<p>\n<\/p>\n\n\n<p> \n<\/p>\n\n\n<p> \n<\/p>\n\n\n<p>\n<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Who says you have to go far to have an amazing family holiday? 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