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    Highclere Castle, the English country house where the series was filmed, will welcome two guests for a one-night stay.

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    From fancy retreats to helicopter tours, here are the best New Zealand experiences to book when you want to treat yourself.

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    The modern cruising experience combines silent discos with classical concert experiences and cocktail making lessons with open-air cinema.

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    Make the most of your whirlwind trip in the Bavarian capital.

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    Nanny's Eatery

    492 New North Road, Auckland

    With one of the largest rum selections in the city and only 400 metres from Eden Park, this dog-friendly spot is bringing a little spice to Kingsland.

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    The Fox

    85/87 Customs Street West , Auckland CBD

    Be transported overseas at this venue which pays homage to the Queen's England.

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    Donnie Taco

    Hannah's Laneway, Wellington

    A spicy new venture from the team who brought you Golding's and Leeds Street Bakery.

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    kingi

    29 Galway Street, Auckland

    This new all-day eatery is the latest opening from the team behind Orphans Kitchen and Daily Bread.

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    Mr. Morris

    Corner Of Galway And Commerce Streets, Auckland

    This newcomer arrives three years after chef Michael Meredith closed his much-loved Mount Eden restaurant.

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    Huami

    87 Federal Street, Auckland City

    You're truly spoiled for choice at this contemporary Chinese restaurant on Federal Street.

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    Ghost Street

    27 Galway Street, Auckland

    You'll find this new Chinese restaurant down two flights of stairs in the Britomart precinct.

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    Our Land Is Alive

    83 Symonds Street, Auckland

    At this opening inside Cordis Auckland you can sip on blue agave from Golden Bay, spiced rum from the Bay of Islands and vodka from Cardrona.

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    Parade

    250 Ponsonby Road, Auckland

    The project from the team behind Newmarket's Mutual Friends specialises in stuffed pretzels and smash burgers.

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    East

    63-67 Nelson Street, Auckland

    Find this Asian-inspired vegetarian restaurant on the ground floor of Auckland's new Sudima Hotel.

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    Sleep below sea level on a floating pontoon, with floor-to-ceiling views of the reef through your window.

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    Auckland's Least Awkward Spots for a First Date

    Five reliable gems to get you out of a pickle and into something cosier. 

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    Another Dockless Electric Scooter Service Has Launched in Auckland

    The local startup is offering Auckland riders free unlocks for the first month.

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    Five European Cities to Visit When You've Already Seen the Touristy Sites

    Uncover ruin pubs, wiener dog museums and the oldest sausage shop in the world.

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    Japan's New Over-the-Top Theme Park Is Entirely Dedicated to Bubble Tea

    With tapioca-themed photo booths, tapioca foods and beverages, and even rides.

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    The new centre inside Rainbow's End can be accessed without tickets to the main park.

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    The indoor astronomy centre will combine Māori astronomy and science.

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    QT Queenstown is getting a room filled with frozen treats for a limited time.

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    A Less Obvious Guide to Discovering Fiji

    Make the most of your next tropical getaway both on and off the water.

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    Four Easy Day Trips for When You Need to Get Back to Nature

    Escape the city and chase that much-needed R&R.

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    Five Off-the-Grid Weekend Escapes Near Auckland

    Sometimes you just need to go offline and take a moment to reconnect with nature.

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    You'll Be Able to Indulge Your Love of Marvel at a Theme Park From 2020

    With 'Spider-Man' and 'Guardians of the Galaxy' rides, a microbrewery and a huge merchandise store.

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    You Can Now Buy Britain's Notorious (and Supposedly Haunted) Medieval Witch Prison

    In the 16th century, The Cage in St-Osyth was used to house 13 women accused of witchcraft while they were awaiting trial.

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    You Can Now Book Next-Level Multi-Day Travel Adventures Around the Globe Through Airbnb

    Trek through the Amazon, take a culinary kayaking trip through the Sweden or island hop around the Galapagos.

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    A 500-Square-Metre Mirror and Hedge Maze Has Just Opened Inside Singapore's Changi Airport

    It's part of a giant new greenery-filled amusement park with seven different attractions.

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    You Can Now Take Household Pets on Auckland Trains for Free

    Your pet cat, dog, guinea pig and rabbit can now enjoy free public transport in Auckland.

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    Auckland Transport Is Offering Free Bus, Train and Ferry Rides to Celebrate 100 Million Trips

    It's the first time the number has been achieved in Auckland since 1951.

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    A Jam-Packed Program Has Been Announced for Aotea Square's New Winter Hub

    Including an ice skating rink, transparent 'igloos' and the iconic Auckland Night Markets.

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    You'll Soon Be Able to Take a (Very Expensive) Holiday to the International Space Station

    NASA is opening the low-orbit facility to private astronauts, as well as commercial and tourism ventures.

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    Luxury Champagne Festival Clicquot in the Snow Returns for 2019

    Attend a fashion show, drink your weight in Champagne and lead a pack of sled dogs across a mountain.

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    Auckland's First Urban Axe-Throwing Experience Opens Next Month

    You can now hurl 1.2-kilogram bladed weapons across a room.

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    This Winter Driving Experience Lets You Tackle a Snow-Covered Race Track

    Bury the accelerator of a high-performance car on ice.

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    You Can Now Head to a Galaxy Far, Far Away at Disney's First 'Star Wars' Theme Park Zone

    Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge has thrown open its intergalactic doors, with another set to launch at Disney World in August.

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    Heli-Surfing Is Auckland's New Luxury Adventure Experience

    Chopper to out-of-the-way surfing and fishing spots on Great Barrier's east coast.

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    You Can Now Order an Uber Submarine to Explore the Depths of the Great Barrier Reef

    You can now get a 'scUber' on demand — if you've got a spare $3000.

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    A New Design Has Been Released for Auckland Harbour's Pedestrian Bridge

    The pedestrian SkyPath linking central Auckland with the North Shore has been in the works for over a decade

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    Eden Park Is Introducing a New Stadium Glamping Experience

    The luxury glamping dome will overlook one of the world's most famous playing fields.

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    Uber's New Quiet Mode Will Let You Ride in Silence

    The ridesharing service is rolling out a feature that lets customers choose their level of conversation.

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    BrewDog's Suitably Boozy Craft Beer Airline Is Hitting the Skies Again

    Yes, it's all about drinking craft brews at 30,000 feet — again.

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