• News

    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

  • News

    Eden Park Is Introducing a New Stadium Glamping Experience

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

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    This Mangatarata Countryside Retreat Is Your New Reason to Get Out of the City

    It's located on a 200-acre organic estate an hour south of Auckland.

  • News

    The Holey Moley Team Has Opened a Private Karaoke Room

    The plush new private space looks out across Viaduct Harbour. 

Latest Guides
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    Eight Ways to Impress Your Mum This Mother's Day

    Treat mum to dumpling making lessons, a fast-paced comedy showcase or a hoon on the slopes.

  • News

    Brthe Is New Zealand's First Mind Gym

    The Parnell space offers drop-in mindfulness and meditation-based classes in fresh, contemporary surroundings.

  • News

    The World's Tallest Indoor Waterfall Is Now Open Inside Singapore's Changi Airport

    There's also a five-storey garden, complete with walking trails — and bouncing sky nets, a hedge maze and a mirror maze to come.

  • News

    Everything You Need to Know About This Year's Eta Aquarid Meteor Shower

    This spectacular starry event only happens once a year — here's how you can get a glimpse.

  • News

    This New Podcast Will Put You to Sleep By Reading Through the IKEA Catalogue

    It simply lists IKEA product names in an attempt to help you drop off.

  • News

    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.

Latest Places
  • Cafe

    This That

    57 Lorne St , Auckland City

    A glimmer of hope for what the rest of Lorne Street could soon become.

  • Bar

    Scarlett Slimms & Lucky

    476 Mt Eden Rd, Auckland

    Scarlett Slimms and Lucky is a haunt for the modern day Raymond Chandler.

  • Bar

    Cassette Nine

    Vulcan Lane, Auckland

    Any place that can pull off jeans as wallpaper has two thumbs up in my book.

  • Restaurant

    Miss Clawdy

    12 Jellicoe Street, Auckland

    There is a sassy new lady in town ready to serve you some good ol' fashioned soul food. Introducing Miss Clawdy, the newest feather in Wynyard Quarter's culinary cap.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    Five Scenic Spots to Watch the Sun Go Down in Christchurch

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

  • News

    Auckland Council Has Launched Three Luxury Glamping Sites for Summer

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

  • News

    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.

  • News

    Cathay Pacific Introduces a Pre-Flight Wellness Area for Travellers

    Soothe your mind, body and soul between flights.

  • Feature

    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.

  • News

    Turangi's White Water Rafting Marries Adventure With Conservation

    Let your inner adrenaline junkie loose on the Tongariro River.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

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

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

  • News

    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.

  • News

    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.

  • News

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

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

  • News

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

    Skip the crushing crowds for these stress-free alternatives.

  • News

    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.

  • News

    Auckland Transport Is Offering Free Train and Bus Travel This Friday

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

  • News

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

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

  • News

    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".

  • Feature

    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.

  • News

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

    More than 75 Auckland fitness studios have already signed up.

  • News

    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'.

  • News

    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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