Gotta Love NZ

There's something magical about extended daylight and late evening strolls in the summer. This incredible shot was taken from Devonport Wharf looking back towards the central Auckland skyline. Sean Abbott@korukiwi1

Whether you're looking for a day trip off the coast of Sandspit or an overnight retreat, Kawau Island is a great summer spot for refreshing swims, Island walks and history. Make sure to check out Mansion House, established in 1845. @jenni_turner93

Roys Peak Summit overlooking Lake Wanaka.Classified as an easy walk for all fitness levels, this 5-6 hour return trip makes for an enjoyable hike with breathtaking views. Roxane Tousignant-Grenier@roxouhh

Only 35 minutes from downtown Auckland, Muriwai Beach boasts breathtaking cliff-top trails, an astounding gannet colony and impeccable surf in what feels like worlds from the hustle of the city. Put sunset summer picnics on your list @thefrogsfilm

Calling all photographers The world has changed but what still remains is the beautiful places to visit around New Zealand.Now more than ever we have reason to explore our own backyard. So were back and looking for your incredible images.Gotta Love NZ is driven by user-generated images shared to...

Super Blood Moon, perfectly captured and edited by @daviewarren_photofitt .Lunar eclipse happens every few years, but what made this one particularly special to us here at #GottaLoveNZ on Wednesday night was that New Zealand was the best place in world to see it.

Have a love for diving? Head north and explore the twenty-three kilometres of Tutukaka Coast! The Poor Knights Islands are an international icon! @barekiwi

Dreaming of swimming with dolphins? Kaikoura is a great option! On your list to do this summer? @jakewiltonphoto

Awhitu Regional Park, an hours drive from Auckland city centre, Awhitu makes a great day trip, with two tranquil white-sand beaches, sheltered picnic and barbecue spots, and a number of walking, mountain biking and horse riding tracks. You can even take a swing at the 9-hole Awhitu Golf Club.

For a boat cruise or sail, head to Wanaka. Who would you explore it with? @bradflowerss

Kayaking on the breathtaking Lake Matheson. Certainly, an NZ must do!: @anthony_valeriano

Gotta Love NZ! What are your hidden gems?@barekiwi#GottaLoveNZ