BAY OF ISLANDS NEW ZEALAND

Whoever gave Bay of Islands its name knew the area well.  An enclave of more than 140 sub-tropical islands and captivating small towns, Bay of Islands is a place of superlatives, from turquoise waters surrounding the islands to the abundant rainforests.  From Caves inhabited by glow worms to a public toilet that's considered a work of art.  ShoreTrips Puketi Kauri Forest and Glow Worm Cave Tour highlights not only the best of nature but also includes a stop at the Kauri Workshop, where local craftsman highlight their wares.  The Cape Reinga Flightseeing with Land Tour will soar above the islands, giving you a bird's-eye view of this area of unparalleled beauty. Once back on land, see Cape Reinga the spot where the waters of the Tasman Sea meet the Pacific Ocean and go sand tobogganing at the Te Paki Sand Dunes.