22/10/2026
LONG WEEKEND? STAY LOCAL! 🌊☀️
You don’t need to leave the Peninsula to have a great long weekend!
Why not make the most of Whangaparāoa and turn a few days off into your own little local getaway?
Here are a few ideas:
🌊 GET OUT ON THE WATER
Make a splash with Hibiscus JetSki Hire & Tours and experience the Peninsula from the water.
🔎 TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT
Put your problem-solving skills to the test at Escapism — an immersive escape-room experience that's great for families, friends or a group.
☕ TAKE YOUR TIME OVER COFFEE
Start the day slowly with a coffee and something delicious at one of our local cafés — there are plenty to choose from across the Peninsula.
🥾 EXPLORE THE COAST
Get outside and discover our beaches, reserves and coastal walks. From Army Bay to Stanmore Bay and beyond, there are plenty of places to explore.
🍽️ MAKE A NIGHT OF IT
Skip the cooking and support one of our local restaurants, bars or bistros. Whether you're after a casual meal, a family dinner or a night out, you've got plenty of options right here.
🛍️ BROWSE LOCAL
Take a wander through our local shops and see what treasures you can find.
And if you have visitors coming to stay, show them what makes the Whangaparāoa Peninsula such a special place to visit.
The best part? When you spend locally, you're helping keep our local business community thriving.
So this long weekend...
Explore local. Eat local. Shop local. Enjoy local.
👉 Discover more local businesses and ideas at Business Whangaparāoa
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