“The Waiheke locals' favourite beach. White sand, clear water, a great playground for the kids, a good neighbourhood store, coffee and a bar/restaurant. ”

“Arcadia offers a casual dinning experience with a fresh and inviting menu along with a great wine and craft beer selection to enjoy while you soak up the atmosphere. Location: 39 Palm Road, Palm Beach Phone: 09 218 9112 Web: arcadiawaiheke.com”

“A wonderful track that follows the entire coast of Waiheke Island. Part of the coastal track is near to Crosstrees Chalet. ”

“facilities include a fully serviced, panoramic Swimming pool deck - with Spa pool & licensed Bar, The Palm Beach Bar & Bistro, our onsite Restaurant, & coming soon, Waiheke's only 18 hole Miniature Golf course "Resort Mini-Golf" - a unique experience for all, featuring spectacular sea views & fully licensed facilities. Mini Golf is $10 p/p Use of Pool and spa pool facilities require a $25 spend p/p at Bar/Restaurant .”

“This trail is part of Te Ara Hura, the network of walking trails across the island.”

“Attend a Hatha Yoga class at the Palm Beach Hall, which is run by Robyn Barrie. Robyn runs a one hour class on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9am to 10am, or on a Tuesday from 5.30pm to 6.30pm, or on a Thursday for a one and a half hour class from 5.30pm to 7pm. For something somewhat different and “new” the Palm Beach Hall also has a 5 rhythms class on a Friday night from 7.30 to 9pm, which is movement practice (no dance experience required). ”

“Popular, safe beach for all, kids playground and food shops near the beach. ”

“general store and take away. great value buy fish N chips or hamburgers and walk a minute to tables right on beach verge or enjoy outside shop. Hours: Mon 12 noon – 8pm Wed – Sun 12 noon – 8pm”

“Dave, the usual barista, has been making me excellent coffee for over 20 years in coffee shops both on and off the island, and the Toasties are excellent.”