Whangārei Heads is one of those places that quietly sneaks into your favourites list — and then refuses to leave. Tucked into Northland’s rugged coastline, it offers the perfect short-break escape: wild beaches, dramatic volcanic peaks, sheltered bays, and that constant sense that you’re never done discovering it. It’s close enough to Whangārei town to duck back in if needed, yet far enough away to feel like you’ve properly escaped the hum of everyday life. And like New Zeala