Tauranga

From MaxTravelz

Tauranga (population 101,000) is the major city of the western Bay of Plenty on the east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. It is the sixth largest city in the country, and is 105 km east of Hamilton and 85 km north of Rotorua.

Contents 1 About 2 Get in 3 Get around 4 See 5 Do 6 Buy 7 Eat 8 Drink 9 Sleep 10 Get out

About

Tauranga is located at the head of a large harbour which extends along the western Bay of Plenty, and is protected by Matakana Island. The town and headland of Mount Maunganui stand at the entrance to the harbour, five kilometres north of Tauranga. "The Mount", as it is known, is often regarded as a satellite town of Tauranga. Its is one of the major resort cities in New Zealand, famous for its beautiful beaches.

The name Tauranga comes from Maori, it roughly translates to "a sheltered anchorage".

Due to its sheltered position on the east coast, Tauranga enjoys a warm, dry climate. This has made it a popular location to retire to. During the summer months the population swells as the holidaymakers descend on the city.

Much of the countryside surrounding Tauranga is horticultural land, used to grow a wide range of fresh produce for both domestic consumption and export. The area is particularly well known for growing tangelos (a grapefruit / tangerine cross) and kiwifruit. The Port of Tauranga also experiences brisk but seasonal shipping traffic and is a regular stop off for both container ships and luxury cruise liners.

Get in

If you are coming from Auckland you will have to go along the state high way 2. You will need to turn onto 2 then turn onto 27 and then turn again onto 29, this should take you on a straight all the way to Tauranga after this. Tauranga also has a minor airport with regular flights from Auckland and Wellington.

Get around

Tauranga has a bus system which services the Tauranga, Mt Maunganui, Papamoa & Tepuke area's. Most people however rely on their own vehicles, although the bus service is very reliable.

BayHopper Bus Time Tables: http://www.baybus.co.nz

See

Mt Maunganui (A large mountain to climb with fantastic views of Mt Maunganui and Tauranga area and coastlines). Kiwifruit Country - TePuke Longridge Farm - TePuke

Do

In the summer most holiday makers travel to "The Mount" to make the most of the beautiful beaches and the great surf. The waters off the coast of Tauranga also are good fishing areas. It also has a good selection of beautiful walks.

Buy

Eat

People in Tauranga love to eat out. There is a large selection of restaurants to eat at, especially on 'The Strand', which is regarded as the restaurant central of Tauranga.

Drink

As with eating, people in Tauranga love cafes. You will also find numerous pubs around the area.

'The Strand' is the main strip of Tauranga's Nightlife consisting of Tauranga's bars, clubs and restraunts.

Places to mention:

Clubs:

 The Grumpy Mole - General Mainstream, Top 50 Music
 Krazy Jacks - (Alternative / Rock club providing live bands and no dress standards)
 Usual Suspects - Heiniken on tap!
 The Budda Lounge - Cocktail Lounge with Flair Bartenders
 Home Bar
 Coyotes - Play's hip hop (not the greatest at all)

Pubs:

 Cornerstone

Restraunts:

 Amphora

General Information:

 A Double Spirit will cost you $6-$7NZ
 New Zealanders can definatly drink; Alcohol is part of our life at a young age.

Sleep

Get out

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