Destination of the week: Niue
Why you should go
The flight from Auckland to Niue is a 3.5-hour hop into another realm. One where motorways seem farcical, a pollution-free night sky prevails, and the idea of a (near) deserted tropical island isn’t so much a fantasy, but a reality. With a population of just 1620 people, Niue sits on the world’s largest raised coral atoll, with an abundance of reef life and a distinct lack of silt, allowing for crystal-clear water. The end of April marks the start of the dry season when average rainfall decreases but temperatures sit around a very pleasant 21-27°C.
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