Matauri Bay is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Bay of Islands, especially on the rare chance there are no people. Checkout these colorful pom-pom Turkish towels on https://sandy-chique.myshopify.com/ (they are the best travel essential)! My Turkish towel is always the first thing I put in my suitcase, it is lightweight, super absorbent, and quick drying! Makes it a no brainer when packing, unlike most of the other items to consider when packing...like do I really need to bring 6 pairs of shoes? Probably not.