The North Island is steeped in modern and ancient history from Waitangi in the Bay of Islands, the birthplace of modern New Zealand to Rotorua, a vibrant city renown for telling the stories of Maori history and it's ancestors. World class cities, superb Coromandel beaches, the movie scenes of Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit and wonderful natural wonders such as Waitomo and its caves provide something for everyone to enjoy.