New Plymouth, New Zealand

Under the snow-capped Mount Taranaki unfolds the vibrant city of New Plymouth. Midway between Auckland and Wellington, this active Kiwi city offers adventure from its crowning peaks to its coastal plains. New Plymouth is a vibrant and contemporary city, known for its sunny climate, art galleries, picturesque parks, decadent dining, and family-friendly fun. The conical shape of Taranaki Maunga (mountain) provides a dramatic backdrop to the city, a constant reminder that the hiking trails of Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki (formerly known as Egmont National Park) are just a short drive away.