Bay Dream - Central Paihia waterfront apartment

07/02/2024

Rā o Waitangi!

Paihia streets are flooded with people today in celebration of Waitangi Day! Waitangi Day has been a significant day on New Zealand’s calendar since the Treaty of Waitangi was first signed in 1840. Make the most of your day by popping up to the treaty grounds and engaging in the 150 market stalls offering an amazing array of art and crafts, clothing and a wide variety of food options!

Pictured is Ngātokimatawhaorua the world's largest ceremonial waka, while our company "wakas" are a little more modernised these days, seeing this waka out annually on the 6th of February every year is spectacular and humbling, especially when it can take upto 80 paddlers and over 50 passengers! no horse power like us! just pure man power 💪 💙

Kia pai te ra ki te whanau me o hoa

📸 Waitangi Treaty Grounds

07/02/2024

Book Now Our summer sailing season runs until 25 April 2024. Day Sails A Day Sail on the iconic R. Tucker Thompson is one of the few opportunities to go sailing on a working tall ship, help with the sailing, climb the rigging, or just relax with a cold drink. Book Now Sundowner Sail This short Sundo...

07/02/2024

Do you know where this is in the Bay of Islands? To give you a clue, it's not the Hole in the Rock! and can only be seen from this angle from our fast boat Ocean Adventure! 👀 ⚡

Give us your best guest below 👇

04/01/2024

As we sprint towards Christmas - this is something to keep in mind for January! Email to find out more and register your interest. 😎⛵️☀️
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04/01/2024

04/01/2024

Here is what is coming up at BOIYC In January!!
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Find out more www.boiyc.org/learn-to-sail
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04/01/2024

Want to see the Bay of Islands in style, spend the day on this beauty!! 🏖🥂🍾

Bring the kids, they can climb, swim, explore and do our special yard swing! Adults you can crack a cold beer, sit back relax, or help to sail The Good Ship. ⛱🏝⚓️

All proceeds go towards our Northland Youth Development programme.

https://tucker.co.nz/book/

17/09/2023

17/09/2023

17/09/2023

Fine spring day in Paihia! View on the wharf and Bay Dream in the background.

30/08/2023

Take a different route into Taitokerau Northland on your next trip north and travel through The Welcoming Coast. This Northland Journey is all about spectacular coastal views including protected islands, wide-open beaches, and stunning sunrises, and of course, friendly locals.
Find the free map with self-guided itinerary here - https://www.northlandnz.com/visit/northland-journeys/the-welcoming-coast/

📍: Mangawhai
📷: Mangawhai Information Centre

30/08/2023

Pelagic spotting of the common dolphin 👀🐬

25/06/2023

Join us to celebrate Matariki rising in the Bay of Islands 💫

Get out on the water for some stargazing with onboard guides and tohunga to learn about and experience this significant calendar event for Aotearoa, followed by breakfast at Otehei Bay.

Departs Paihia & Russell Saturday 15th July

Book Online Now! https://www.exploregroup.co.nz/otehei-bay/special-events/matariki-dawn-cruise/

25/06/2023

Perfect Paihia, there's so much to do here!
If one thing is a must, it's heading out on or under the water in the Bay of Islands. Book a trip to try your hand fishing with Fish Bay of Islands, keep your eyes peeled for marine life with Carino Wildlife Cruises , or get up close and personal with the underwater world with Paihia Dive. ⁠
Indulge yourself with a room at a waterfront accommodation like Paihia Beach Resort and Spa and when you are back on dry land, wander the Paihia Lanes, home to cute boutiques like Alix Apothecary and the eternally popular King Wah Chinese Restaurant. P.S. They'll cook your catch if your fishing trip is successful!
There's always more to do here in the Bay of Islands, so what would you add for Day 2?
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02/06/2023

Reminiscing about Otehei Bays sunshine and blue skies ☁️☀️

19/05/2023

A holiday at Bay Dream in Paihia - Bay of Islands... look for yourself!

14/05/2023

Ready to make your next break All About Islands?? Download the Northland Journey map All About Islands for all the local info on what to see and do while you're in the Bay of Islands! Check it out here https://www.northlandnz.com/visit/northland-journeys/all-about-islands/ and get ready for views like these!

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11/05/2023

Cape Brett Lighthouse capturing the eyes of sailors and hearts of tourists since 1910 💡

This historic gem can be seen during our Hole in the Rock cruise

30/04/2023

With a break in the weather more of our boats have been travelling through the Hole in the Rock! 😎

Remember to check with us on the daily forecast as making passage is weather dependent ☀️⛈️

25/04/2023

Kia Ora Koutou,

Lest We Forget …

The Kerikeri Mission Station, home of Kemp House, The Stone Store & The Honey House Café, remember the Gallipoli campaign in the First World War.
This took place on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey, from 19 February 1915 to 09 January 1916.
April 25, the anniversary of New Zealand and Australia landing, is known as ANZAC Day, the most significant commemoration of military casualties and veterans in the two countries. The campaign is often considered to be the beginning of Australian and New Zealand national consciousness.
With special thanks and fondness we remember Ernest Kemp who gifted Kemp House to the people of Aotearoa, New Zealand in 1974, under the care of (then) Historic Places Trust, now Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga.
The Stone Store is open this ANZAC Day (Tuesday 25 April) from 1pm to 5pm.

Nga manaakitanga,

The Stone Store & Honey House Café Teams.

23/04/2023

Bay Dream’s - waterfront suite apartment - interior is a reflection of the beautiful Bay Of Islands and sets the tone for a fantastic relaxing and very comfortable holiday!

22/04/2023

The Treaty House is an important location in New Zealand’s history:

👉 It’s here where the nation’s first flag was chosen
👉 The 1835 Declaration of Independence was drafted here
👉 It’s where the Treaty of Waitangi was given its final touches

www.waitangi.org.nz/visit/treaty-house

📸: Ruth B

22/04/2023

The walk down from the best 360 view point on Urupukapuka Island 👣🌿

19/04/2023

How beautiful is the Kororipo Heritage Park!! 😍😍 It's such a pleasant place to spend time, you can see why this has been an important landing and meeting place for centuries.

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11/04/2023

07/04/2023

Happy Easter 🐣. Lots to do in the BOI

31/03/2023

Relax in our very comfy bedrooms!