뉴질랜드 최고의 해변은 역시 오호피 (ohope Beach)

뉴질랜드 여행  - 여름철이면 가장 먼저 떠오르는 것이 눈부시게 빛나는 태양 아래 

아이들은 시원하게 수영할 수 있는 해변을 찾게 되겠지요. 그리고 주변에 시원한 나무 그늘까지 있다면

더욱 좋겠지요.    

 

AA 트래블 잡지에 따르면  뉴질랜드 남북섬의 10개 유명 해변을 소개하면서

역시,,,  화카타티 옆에 오호피 비치가 제일  상단에 올라가 있네요...

이번 여름에는 여기 꼭 가보셔요. 

 

 (타우랑가에서 오며 가며 쥴리안의 딸기농장도 가보시고요)

 

 

We all have a favourite beach, a go-to spot that springs to mind when the sun is shining and the ocean is calling. But with hundreds of stunning beaches to choose from, which is the best beach of them all? We asked you what is New Zealand's Most Loved Beach, and you answered over a four-week-long Facebook campaign. Out of a whopping 600,000 votes, here are the top 10 beaches:

1) Ohope Beach, Bay of Plenty (오호피 해변)

It's official - with almost 100,000 votes, Ohope Beach takes the coveted title of Most Loved Beach. Known as the seaside playground of the Eastern Bay of Plenty, it's not surprising that it garnered this many votes. With 11km of golden sand, small rolling waves and safe swimming, what's not to love!

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2) Whangamata Beach, Coromandel

One of the most popular summer spots in the region, there's something about the beach resort town of Whangamata that keeps holidaymakers coming back for more. The beach itself is picture-perfect with white sand and clean surf breaks that attract surfers from around the country, while the town centre has an infectious holiday vibe.

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3) Maitai Bay, Northland

On the western side of Doubtless Bay, Karikari Peninsula is one of New Zealand's best-kept secrets. It harbours the picturesque Maitai Bay, which consists of two crescent-shaped coves lined by pure white sand and pohutukawa trees.

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4) Caroline Bay, Canterbury

If you're visiting Timaru and the sun is shining, it won't be long before you're drawn to Caroline Bay. Not only does 'The Bay' have one of the country's safest swimming beaches, it also has plenty of other attractions on its shores, including rose gardens, a maze, mini golf, a paddling pool and a playground.

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5) Castlepoint, Wairarapa

Soft sand, a warm lagoon, a reef with whirling seabirds, hidden caves, rock pools, seal and penguin hang-out and invigorating coastal walks: this is Castlepoint, an hour's drive east of Masterton in the Wairarapa. It's the perfect spot for a seaside adventure in an old-fashioned Kiwi beach town.

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6) Kaiteriteri Beach, Nelson/Tasman

The gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park, Kaiteriteri Beach is not to be outdone by the famed gorgeous beaches that the park has on offer. It too has clean, glittering sand, sparkling blue waters and a wealth of activities to make the most of its enviable location, such as kayaking, walks and scenic cruises.

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7) Back Beach, Taranaki

This one's for the surfers. The black-sand Back Beach, a west-facing beach 4km from the New Plymouth CBD, is a prime surfing spot with powerful swells. Following the track to the top of nearby Paritutu Rock, a New Plymouth landmark, affords breathtaking views of this beach and beyond.

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8) Bruce Bay, West Coast

Blow away the cobwebs at this breathtaking beach where the towering rainforest meets the sea, separated only by a driftwood-patterned strip of sand. This area is known for its wildlife - keep your eyes peeled for penguins, dolphins and occasionally whales.

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9) St Clair Beach, Otago

There's nothing between this beautiful white-sand beach and the Antarctic. It has New Zealand's most consistent surf break and a cafe-lined promenade where you can sit and watch all the action. There's a seaside village feel, a playground for the kids, and the much-photographed wooden posts on the beach, which are the remains of an old breakwater.

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10) Tawharanui, Auckland

The Tawharanui Regional Park is one of Auckland's little-known treasures. Although it's located on a remote peninsula of the same name, it's well worth exploring for the gorgeous white-sand beaches. The surf often throws up perfect waves, and chances are you'll avoid the crowds.

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