The Coromandel Cure

People say The Coromandel is good for your soul. But what does science say? Well, we asked it.

We hired a real researcher to prove that a holiday in The Coromandel is good for your soul.  And then they proved it. We call it The Coromandel Cure; scientifically proven to be good for your soul.

As locals, we've always known that time spent in our great outdoors is a prescription for our own wellbeing.  Now we know for sure that a getaway in The Coromandel guarantees stress relief and relaxation from everyday cares.

We set out to prove that The Coromandel really is good for your soul.  And the results are in showing a getaway to the region resulted in:

  • a significant reduction in stress and anxiety levels,
  • participants feeling twice as relaxed, and more rested after their trip.

We prescribe a regular dose of The Coromandel Cure.  There's something about this place that disconnects you from everyday cares that work away in your mind, and engaging in an activity for the sheer joy of the experience is a true tonic. 

So set aside some time and take The Coromandel Cure - we offer a selection of remedies for body and soul.

Taste These Cures

Grab yourself a cure! A selection of offerings from our local producers creating locally good for your soul products.

Find Your Cure

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    Finding your Coromandel Cure

    We all know that a cure is to restore health, wellbeing and normality. We also know that not all holidays are tension-free. But now we know for sure that time spent in our backyard taking The Coromandel Cure really is good for your soul.
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    A Hauraki Coromandel Cure in Autumn

    Autumn's golden embrace adorned Hauraki Coromandel with a captivating array of colours, revealing a landscape that science has proven to be good for the soul. Visitors gathered from near and far, keen subjects in this natural laboratory, seeking the prescribed benefits of The Coromandel Cure.

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    Scientifically-proven to be ‘good for your soul'

    To encourage Kiwis to include The Coromandel on their itinerary this summer, Destination Hauraki Coromandel has launched a world-first campaign…
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    We offer a selection of remedies

    “Cure” may be one of the most important, and most easily misunderstood, words. At face value, cure means something simple. A cure is a remedy. Being…

Experience these Cures

Let us guide you with suggested itineraries and experiences that will support a prescription for your own wellness.

The Lost Spring Day Spa

Wellness, Mindfulness & Self-Care

Is there any better feeling than getting in the car on a Friday and heading off - with nothing but your break away in mind? Being so close, yet so…
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Recharge - mind, body and soul

By Dawn Pickens, Bay of Plenty Times. The importance of Health and Well-being is becoming more prevalent as our lives get busier. Escaping to walk…
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10 Reasons Hiking is Good For Your Soul

Great advice from Kylie Rae, keen hiker, guide and owner of Nature and Nosh . There's a truckload of research out there telling us that hiking is…
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The best retreats to treat yourself

You will be the only guests on this idyllic country estate, from your cabin set high overlooking the organic farm and native bush-clad valley. Being…
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A family hiking holiday around The Coromandel

Three families, four nights, five walks, six kids. What could possibly go wrong? Absolutely nothing, as it turned out. We were all there to take it…
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Adults only - Best places for grown up time out

We are not proposing X-rated activities here, rather some ways that you can make the most of precious time to yourself, escaping the everyday agenda…
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The Coromandel Road Trip

For somewhere so conveniently close to three major North Island cities, The Coromandel can still feel very much off the beaten track. I’m like many…
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The Coromandel Loop

Kick back along the Pacific Coast Highway and the Hauraki Plains. Surrounded by 400 km of picturesque coastline, with subtropical forest highlighting…
Fresh produce and local flavours

Foodie Itineraries

Gather your foodie friends and set out on a seasonal foraging mission around The Coromandel. Stop at roadside orchard stalls and seek out unexpected…
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Retail Therapy in The Coromandel

A leisurely stroll along the wide footpaths of The Coromandel’s shopping precincts makes a pleasing experience. Wander into various independent…
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Pure Indulgence in The Coromandel

The Coromandel is an ideal location to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Breathe in the beauty of the natural environment and…

A Locals Perspective

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    Salt District Brewing: Where the spirit of the ocean meets the art of brewing.

    Have you ever tried brewing your own beer? Many people give it a go, but mastering the art takes skill and knowledge, many trials over time and…
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    Paddock to plate at The Falls Retreat

    Reconnect with food, nature and each other with the warm hospitality and paddock to plate food at the Falls Retreat. Food made from scratch.
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    Local Spirit: Coromandel Distilling Company

    As you pass by the tall window in the brick wall of The Depot you may catch a glimpse of the gleaming copper body of the still that produces the…
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    A foodie's perspective - eat local eat fresh

    A foodie's perspective - eat local eat fresh
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    Coromandel Chocolate - handcrafted with love in Whangamatā

    It's a long way from Bayonne, the chocolate capital of France, to the seaside surf village of Whangamatā, but great chocolate travels well. The new…
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    A Life in the Ocean

    The magic of the ocean has a profoundly calming effect on human consciousness. It's one reason why Hayley will never be happy anywhere else.
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    Pahi Coastal Walk

    The northernmost part of The Coromandel feels wild and remote. The disconnection you feel from the cares of the every day up here provides an…

Prescriptions from our Towns

 Immerse yourself within our communities, find out what we enjoy and how we live in Hauraki Coromandel.

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Best things to do in Whangamatā

We should start with the beach. It is the reason for the growth of this small town and why tens of thousands of holidaymakers flock to the ocean…
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Uncover the Secrets of The Coromandel’s Volcanic Coast

While many visit the famous Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach, the volcanic coastline of The Coromandel shelters many hidden caves, bays and secret…
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The Insider's Guide to Tairua

Donna Brooke is the owner of Sunlover Retreat in Tairua and an expert on making the most of a relaxing break. Tairua – two tides.. We will forgive…
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Discover Thames

Centrally located just an hours drive from Auckland, Hamilton and Tauranga, Thames is a often described as a gateway to The Coromandel. This doesn't…
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Things to do in Coromandel Town and north

Northern Excursion. Spend a day exploring the remote northern Coromandel with tours and transport options with Pahi Coastal Walk and Hike and Bike…
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So much to be discovered: The Hauraki Plains & Shorebird Coast

It is grey and rainy on the Spring day I drive into Ngatea. I grumble about the weather to the proprietor of the ‘ Stop And Eat ’ cafe where I stop…

Pick up your Coromandel Cure Package

For a stress-free holiday in The Coromandel, grab yourself a cure package. With a selection of offers throughout the region, the only stress will be which one to choose.

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The Coromandel is now scientifically-proven to be ‘good for your soul’ in world-first research.

The results confirmed that even just a short getaway to the region resulted in a significant reduction in stress and anxiety levels, while participants also reported feeling twice as relaxed, and more rested after their trip.

Here’s what we found: Data from our study suggested a 27% reduction in our participants' physical stress levels, including an improvement in sleep quality and lowered heart rates. Short, two-night visits to The Coromandel increased participants’ psychological, physical and overall wellness, as well as improving their happiness and life-satisfaction. Even a brief visit to the beautiful, scenic region, offers a welcome antidote to the ills of busy city life. To learn more, read the results of our research.

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Scientific Evidence

The Coromandel now scientifically-proven to be ‘good for your soul’ in world-first. The results confirmed that even just a short getaway to the region resulted in a significant reduction in stress and anxiety levels, while participants also reported feeling twice as relaxed, and more rested after their trip. Read the evidence

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