Napier, New Zealand

We dropped back in time to the "1920s" in Napier, and the town welcomed us warmly. Town had to be rebuilt after the 1931 earthquake, and the city council decided to maintain an impressive cityscape of Art Deco architecture. The self guided walking tour of the town explained the history of the buildings.

The town also hosts a 1930s jazz festival every year where everyone dresses up and brings out their vintage cars. If interested in going, you need to RSVP over a year in advance because the town triples in population. Charleston, anyone?

We then enjoyed the afternoon at the Hawks Bay Club for a lovely hosted wine tasting party. Beautiful property.

Prior to our 5 PM departure, the town provided us with a fun jazz band playing great oldies and 8 fun vintage cars.Read more