Discovering Auckland’s Other Side – Takapuna Beach 🌊🐚

A world away from Shanghai’s winter, here along the sparkling coastline, on sand scattered with delicate shells, among people sunbathing, walking dogs, playing with kids — in this moment, I’m not just a cog in the machine. I keep pressing the shutter 📸, trying to preserve this scene, to tuck it into my memory of New Zealand and revisit someday. 📍 Takapuna Beach, Auckland The full walk — with plenty of stops for photos — takes just about an hour. An easy taxi ride from the city center. And truly, a hidden gem: I didn’t see another Chinese visitor the whole time — who understands that quiet joy? 😌🌿 #NewZealand #Auckland #OceanVibes #BeachLife #HiddenGems #TravelDiaries #SeasideMood #Wanderlust #TakapunaBeach #EscapeTheOrdinary #SlowTravel #CoastalWander