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    Five Ways to Get Some Culture in Auckland After Work

    There's no need for your midweek nights to be unremarkable.

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    You Can Now Take a Flight on the World's First Craft Beer Airline

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

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    World-Famous Pizzeria 400 Gradi Has Opened at Auckland Airport

    Head through security early for the best pizza in Oceania.

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    Western Sydney Will Soon Be Home to the World's Fastest Roller Coaster Zipline

    The Crazy Rider Xpress sends punters hurtling through the treetops at 50kmh, even doing loop-de-loops

  • News

    The Eight Best Places to Stargaze Near Auckland

    From satellite stations to the only island-based dark sanctuary in the world, you'll want to look up here.

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    A Look Inside Auckland's Insane New Two-Storey Mini-Golf Bar

    The venue features 27 pop culture-themed holes and a bar overlooking the waterfront.

Latest Guides
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    The Five Best Glamping Spots on New Zealand's South Island

    Where to blend luxury and nature all in one stay.

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    Five Places to Stay in the South Island that Don't Involve Camping

    From a converted railway wagon to an old gaol cell, these unique locations are way better than your tent.

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    Five Scenic Cycling Trails to Hit on the South Island

    Soak up the stunning scenery of the south on two wheels.

  • News

    Two Dockless Electric Scooter Services Will Be Trialled in Auckland

    Auckland Transport will review the system after three months.

  • News

    This New 130-Room Hotel Will Feature One of Auckland's Highest Outdoor Rooftop Bars

    It will be one of three bars inside the property — which also includes a French-inspired restaurant and free mini bar service.

  • News

    The World's Longest Non-Stop Commercial Flight Will Launch Next Month

    The nearly 19-hour flight from Singapore to New York will soon take to the skies.

Latest Places
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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.

  • Pub

    The Fox

    85/87 Customs Street West , Auckland CBD

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

  • Restaurant

    Donnie Taco

    Hannah's Laneway, Wellington

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

  • Restaurant

    kingi

    29 Galway Street, Auckland

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

  • Restaurant

    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.

  • Restaurant

    Huami

    87 Federal Street, Auckland City

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

  • Restaurant

    Ghost Street

    27 Galway Street, Auckland

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

  • Bar

    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.

  • Restaurant

    Parade

    250 Ponsonby Road, Auckland

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

  • Restaurant

    East

    63-67 Nelson Street, Auckland

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

  • News

    Seven Ways You Can Do Some Good in Auckland This Spring

    Foster a puppy, welcome a refugee family to New Zealand and become a personal stylist.

  • Feature

    South Island: TranzAlpine Explorer

    Traverse the alpine landscape of New Zealand’s South Island to catch an eyeful of dramatic natural beauty in this area known for its glaciers, glowworm caves, art and wineries.

  • Feature

    South Island: Alpine Lakes Journey

    Even the most seasoned traveller will find it hard not to audibly gasp at the beauty of the alpine lakes region of New Zealand's South Island.

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    South Island Journeys

    Break free from the daily grind, and head east then south for a tour around NZ's South Island. Together with Tourism New Zealand, we’ve fashioned these guides to take you all over the South. Based on key driving routes, these journeys will help you find the very best experiences — from adrenaline-charged adventures to luxurious days of pamper.

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    Meet the Queenstown Company Offering Personalised Wine Tours

    Spend an unhurried period at three vineyards and visit New Zealand's largest wine cave.

  • News

    Eden Park Is Being Transformed Into a Nine-Hole Golf Course

    Hit a hole-in-one on the famous sporting ground.

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    You'll Soon Be Able to Drink Like You're In a Galaxy Far, Far Away at a Boozy 'Star Wars' Cantina

    Oga's Cantina will be part of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, opening at Disneyland Resort in California and Walt Disney World in Florida in 2019.

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    South Island: Top of the South

    If you're after diverse landscape and exceptional experiences, plan to head north from Christchurch to discover the best of the top of the South Island.

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    South Island: Southern Scenic Route

    An area known for its towering mountains, fiords, raging waterfalls, art and wineries — there's always plenty to do and see on this scenic route through the south.

  • Guide

    The Twelve Best Gyms in Auckland

    Whether you're looking to shred for summer or simply become a healthier person, these top fitness joints will sort you right.

  • News

    You Can Now Stay at the World's First Craft Beer Hotel

    Complete with a beer on arrival, in-room beer taps and shower beer fridges.

  • News

    This New Service Lets You Travel to Japan Without Any Luggage

    Leave your clothes at home and rent someone else's.

  • News

    Wellington's First-Ever Axe-Throwing Experience Opens This Week

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

  • News

    Airbnb Launches Its Experiences Platform in New Zealand

    Hosts can now share activities, tours or classes with Airbnb's network of travellers.

  • News

    Ten Stunning Onsens in the Forest to Visit on Your Next Trip to Japan

    The authors of 'Onsen in Japan' have found the most secluded spots for naked bathing in the country.

  • News

    You Can Now Stay In an Agatha Christie-Inspired Hotel Inside a Double Decker Bus

    Head to the English countryside, put your feet up and ponder the author's mysteries.

  • News

    DriveHer Is a New Female-Only Ridesharing Service

    Taking the guess work out of getting home or going out.

  • News

    Australia's Insane Mini-Golf Bar Holey Moley Is Coming to Auckland

    The two-storey venue will feature two bars and 27 pop culture-themed holes.

  • News

    A Weekender's Guide to Marlborough

    Head to New Zealand's sunniest region for wine tours by bike, first-rate cuisine and mussel cruising.

  • News

    This House-Sharing Service Lets You Stay in the Luxe Homes of Friends of Friends

    If you've ever visited a pal's place and thought that you'd like to holiday there, or heard stories about a mate of a mate's gorgeous pad in a far-flung spot, this is for you.

  • News

    The World's Biggest Human Catapult Has Opened in Queenstown

    It reaches speeds of almost 100 kilometres per hour in 1.5 seconds.

  • News

    Mars Is Currently the Closest It Has Been to Earth in 15 Years

    This week, look up into the night sky and you'll catch some incredible views of the Red Planet.

  • News

    A Food and Wine Lover's Guide to the Limestone Coast

    The SA region features plenty of drinking and feasting, alongside impossibly clear waters and dazzling blue lakes.

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    A Food and Wine Lover's Guide to the Clare Valley

    Within this famed wine region you'll find award-winning eateries, riesling-fuelled bike trails and vineyard glamping.

  • News

    This Sky-High Suspension Bridge Lets You Walk Over Canada's Famed Whistler Bowl

    It spans 130 metres, and is located 2000 metres above the ground below.

  • News

    This Holiday Spot Has Been Named the World's Cheapest Beach for 2018

    Vietnam's Cua Dai Beach once again tops the list of 327 beaches from over 70 countries.

  • News

    Some of the Best Photos of Today's Lengthy Lunar Eclipse from Around the World

    Did you sleep through the longest lunar eclipse of the century? Well, here's what it looked like.

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