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EVENTS IN THE BAY

SAND TO SURF MOUNT MAUNGANUI

The Sovereign New Zealand Ocean Swim Series returns to Mount Maunganui this summer on Saturday 27 March 2010.

The variety of distances ensures the challenges are attainable for people of all shapes, sizes and abilities. More...

Click here for more details on upcoming events.

Welcome to the coastal Bay of Plenty.

The coastal Bay of Plenty, one of the country’s top holiday destinations for Kiwis, offers a great mix of accommodation, activities, scenic attractions, culture and top dining experiences.

Whether you’re after adventure, beach life or a bit of indulgence, the Bay of Plenty has all the bases covered. Located along the picturesque Pacific Coast Highway, the region is home to a beautiful landscape in which to enjoy a full range of activities year-round.

The region's main centre is Tauranga, and the coastal suburbs of Mount Maunganui and Papamoa have long been popular with visitors. The region is also home to the heart of the kiwifruit industry in Te Puke, the art-loving town of Katikati, quiet coastal village of Waihi Beach, historic Maketu and the tourist activity centre of Paengaroa.

Choose from water adventures like white-water rafting, kayaking, dolphin encounters, parasailing and jetboating. There’s also skydiving, scenic flights, blokarting (a locally-invented land sailor), horse treks, cultural experiences, golf courses and a variety of gardens and museums to peruse.

The range of accommodation includes waterfront hotels, motels and apartments, holiday parks in great locations and lodges set amongst orchards and hills.

From the beaches and harbour to a thriving kiwifruit industry and Maori culture, the coastal Bay of Plenty is a great holiday destination.

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TAURANGA JAZZ FESTIVAL 1-5 APRIL

Headlining the 2010 National Jazz Festival is six-time Grammy award-winning jazz legend Dr John with his band, The Lower 911.

The Jazz Steamtrain is back with special coastal excursions with three bands on board, strolling between carriages and a selection of fine wines and food to tempt the tastebuds.
Find out more here...

VISITOR GUIDE	TAURANGA JAZZ FESTIVAL	CRUISING TO THE BAY

Thinking of coming to the Bay of Plenty? Check out the Bay of Plenty regional visitor guide -- we're happy to send you a copy. Click HERE to give us your details...	For five days over Easter, Tauranga explodes with the vibrant sounds of the National Jazz Festival. Each year thousands of visitors congregate in the friendly atmosphere of Bay of Plenty's beautiful seaside setting for the jazz party of the year. Click here for more details.	Tauranga is a superb coastal resort city located in the Bay of Plenty. As well as being greeted at the Port by knowledgeable Cruise Ambassadors, the Visitor Information Centre (i-SITE) is within 300 metres of the wharf. Click here for more details.