Discover The Best of Hawke’s Bay: Travel Insights & Inspiration
Discover local stories, winery recommendations, travel tips, and insider guides to help you experience the bestHawke’s Bay has to offer. From boutique cellar doors and food experiences to scenic destinations and private wine tours of local hidden gems, explore the region like a local with Mates Travel.
September 17, 2026
If you're planning a visit to Hawke's Bay, chances are you've heard about its world-class wineries. But with more than 70 wineries spread across picturesque landscapes, choosing where to go and how to experience them can feel overwhelming. In this guide, we'll take you through everything you need to know about Hawke's Bay wine tours...
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April 19, 2020
Hawkes Bay is a stunning destination to visit in the East Coast of New Zealand’s North Island. If you like wine, sunshine, award-winning food, art deco architecture, outdoor activities and...
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January 21, 2020
Wandering down the aisle of an impressive indoor barn greeted by the endless bleats of baby kids and learning about the sex drive of male bucks was not a place...
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