Articles tagged Paihia

  1. A posh night at Bay of Islands Lodge

    A posh night at Bay of Islands Lodge

    We were lucky to get in for a night at the Bay of Islands Lodge, and only managed thanks to a sudden cancellation. This fancy 5-star lodge clings to a cliff at Paihia and has stunning views over native bush to the Veronica Channel. (I have no idea who Veronica is either. Do feel free [...]

  2. The highs and filthy lows of Northland’s toilets

    The highs and filthy lows of Northland’s toilets

    I’ve just done a 5-day roadie in Northland and spent more than a few minutes hovering over various quality toilets. From designer dunnies to basic ablution blocks, here’s the pictorial run down of loos you’ll want to write home about and one you won’t… Some are definitely worthy of writing to your friends and family [...]