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    A Cyclist's Guide to Getting Out of Auckland

    Look beyond the city limits for your next weekend adventure — these quality cycling experiences are accessible by car, train, ferry and even seaplane.

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    Another Dockless Electric Scooter Service Is Coming to Auckland

    The Brisbane-registered company will trial its scooters with a lower speed limit in heavy pedestrian areas.

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    This App Will Ensure That Your Japanese Holiday Is Filled With Cherry Blossoms

    It tracks when cherry blossoms are expected to bloom at more than a thousand locations across the country.

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    Disney Has Released More Details About Its New 'Star Wars' Theme Parks

    The Disneyland and Disney World sites are due to open later this year.

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    A Weekender's Guide to Singapore

    From spectacular gardens to futuristic skyscrapers, rollicking food stalls and five-star hotels — here's how to make the most of a short stay in Singapore.

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    You Could Score New Workout Gear from The Iconic by Going for a Run, Swim or Cycle

    Smash out mini exercise challenges for the chance to win vouchers for the likes of Nike, Adidas and Puma.

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    Qantas Is Phasing Out Single-Use Plastics and Paper Boarding Passes

    The Australian airline is aiming eradicate 100 million single-use plastic items from its flights and lounges each year from the end of 2020.

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    Five Scenic Spots to Watch the Sun Go Down in Christchurch

    Where to watch the sun go down with a cold one.

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    Auckland Council Has Launched Three Luxury Glamping Sites for Summer

    For those wanting a hassle-free camping experience with all the modern creature comforts.

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    We're Giving Away a Spa Package for Two at Chuan Spa Auckland

    Treat your loved one (or yourself) with some pampering from head to toe.

  • Guide

    Twelve Inventive and Indulgent Overseas Hotels to Put On Your Travel Bucket List

    Bunking down for the night shouldn't be the boring part of your holiday.

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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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    Cathay Pacific Introduces a Pre-Flight Wellness Area for Travellers

    Soothe your mind, body and soul between flights.

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    Summer Stint: Port Stephens

    New South Wales' second largest city is nipping at Sydney's heels when it comes to summery destinations. It's also the gateway to a slew of top-notch experiences nearby. So, pack your bags; Newcastle and its surrounds beckon.

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    Turangi's White Water Rafting Marries Adventure With Conservation

    Let your inner adrenaline junkie loose on the Tongariro River.

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    A Commercial Zipline Is Being Proposed for Rangitoto Island

    Local iwi Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki has put forward plans to make the island more accessible.

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    The World's First Entirely Vegan Luxury Hotel Suite Is Now Open

    It's decked out in plant-based substances, fibres and surfaces — and even your room keycard is made from a natural pineapple-based material.

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    This Airline Has Created a Cookbook Based On Its In-Flight Meals

    Recreate United Airlines' sky-high culinary creations in your own kitchen.

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    New York Is Getting an Adorable New Museum Dedicated to Dogs

    It'll showcase doggo-centric art, feature a library about pooches and hold 'guest dog of the week' sessions.

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    You'll Soon Be Able to Sail on the World's First Cruise Ship with an Onboard Roller Coaster

    Soar through twists, turns and drops while you're sailing the seas.

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    Qantas Has Been Named the World's Safest Airline for 2019

    Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand also made the top 20.

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    Five Alternative Ideas for a Not Terrible New Year's Eve

    Skip the crushing crowds for these stress-free alternatives.

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    Sweden's Ice Hotel Has Unveiled Its New Batch of Super-Chilled Artist-Created Rooms

    It's the hotel's 29th incarnation, this time featuring 34 artists from 13 countries.

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    Auckland Transport Is Offering Free Train and Bus Travel This Friday

    To help ensure people get home safely for the holiday season.

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    Japan Is Set to Score an Immersive 'Toy Story'-Themed Hotel

    It's set to open at Tokyo Disney Resort in 2021.

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    You Can Now Sleep Under the Sea at this Underwater Hotel in The Maldives

    Literally sleep with the fishes in what's being called the world's "first undersea residence".

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    Summer Stint: Hunter Valley

    New South Wales' second largest city is nipping at Sydney's heels when it comes to summery destinations. It's also the gateway to a slew of top-notch experiences nearby. So, pack your bags; Newcastle and its surrounds beckon.

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    This New App Lets You Mix and Match Classes at Auckland's Boutique Gyms

    More than 75 Auckland fitness studios have already signed up.

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    Four Works Have Been Announced for Silo Theatre's 2019 Season

    Spotlighting grown-up feelings, teenage hormones, wild karaoke and Bollywood dance numbers — the plays have been called 'blasts of electric intimacy'.

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    Seven Must-Read Books for Summer

    Including a controversial memoir, this year's Man Booker winner and the latest effort from the author behind 'Call Me By Your Name'.

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    The Glowing Green 'Christmas Comet' Will Be Visible Down Under This Week

    Prepare to look up at the comet 46P/Wirtanen, which might even be visible to the naked eye.

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    Muji's First Japanese Hotel Is Set to Open in 2019

    The Tokyo site joins the company's existing hotels in Shenzhen and Beijing in China.

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    Bungee Fitness Is New Zealand's Latest Exercise Trend

    After strapping into a bungee rig participants perform everything from leaping ballet pliés to inverted pushups. 

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    Take a Sneak Peek at the New Intergalactic Attractions Coming to Disney's 'Star Wars' Theme Parks

    Hop into the driver's seat of Han Solo's beloved Millennium Falcon, and get caught in the middle of a battle between the Resistance and the First Order

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    Summer Stint: Newcastle

    NSW's second largest city is nipping at Sydney's heels when it comes to spots to hang this summer. Grab your togs, Newcastle beckons.

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    A Guide to Amsterdam's Food and Drink Scene

    There are plenty of brilliant eateries in the Dutch capital — if you know where to look.

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    Sri Lanka Has Been Named the Number One Country to Visit in 2019 by Lonely Planet

    The island nation has taken the top spot on the annual travel destination list.

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    QT Is Opening a New Boutique, Design-Led Hotel in Auckland

    It will eventually be found in the heart of Viaduct Harbour and Wynyard Quarter.

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