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    Six New Zealand Luxury Experiences to Plan If You Have Cash to Splash

    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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    This Adults-Only River Cruise Is Taking Over Europe's Historic Waterways

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

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    Uber Is Rolling Out Its Comfort Service in New Zealand

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

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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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    How to Spend 48 Hours in Munich

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

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    Google Maps' New Augmented Reality Feature Will Literally Point You in the Right Direction

    Now rolling out on iOS and Android phones, the beta feature deploys arrows and directions over street view images.

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    A Guide to Eating and Drinking in Budapest

    In the Hungarian capital you're spoiled for choice with street food laneways, classy cocktail bars and authentic 'mom and pop' canteens.

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    The Great Barrier Reef Is Set to Score Its First Underwater Hotel

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

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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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    Lake Tekapo Is Now Home to a Multimillion-Dollar Astronomy Centre

    The indoor astronomy centre will combine Māori astronomy and science.

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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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    Poppies

    91 Puruatanga Road, Martinborough

    Fresh, seasonal platters and $10 wine tastings are on offer at this intimate and relaxed winery, just a short drive from Wellington.

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    Daisy's

    328 Tinakori Road, Wellington

    The white tablecloth French classics of Tinakori Bistro have been replaced with Kiwi comfort food.

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    Rosie's Red-Hot Cantina & Taco Joint

    4 Queens Wharf, Wellington

    This colourful new venue serves up everything from birria street tacos to corn dusted with Flaming Hot Cheetos.

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    Master Kong

    33 Customhouse Quay, Wellington

    The Wellington waterfront welcomes a massive Asian fusion restaurant.

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    The Grocer's Shed

    30 Reef Street, Island Bay

    This tiny grab-and-go cafe can be found two minutes down the road from Island Bay beach.

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    Winner Winner

    46 Courtenay Place, Wellington

    This new chicken joint on Courtenay Place has plenty to peck at.

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    Bottega

    462 Adelaide Road, Wellington

    This new bite-sized Italian deli comes from the brains behind Cicio Cacio Osteria.

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    Zelati Dessert Cafe

    Left Bank, Wellington

    Indulge your sweet tooth at this new dessert cafe.

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    Mockingbird

    8 Courtenay Place, Wellington

    A buzzy new spot serving vegan burgers, bowls and light bites.

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    A Halo Top-Themed Hotel Suite with All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Is Popping Up in Queenstown

    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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    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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    Wellington's First Electric Scooter Trial Begins Next Week

    Two companies are taking part in the trial set out by Wellington City Council.

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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'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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    Six of Wellington's Best Hidden Gems According to Garage Project's Jos Ruffell

    The co-owner of the city's most prolific craft brewery shares some of his favourite places to find inspiration across Wellington.

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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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    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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    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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    Five Specialty Food Stores to Visit When You Want to Skip the Supermarket

    Head to these independent food stores and bring the joy back into your grocery shopping.

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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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    Ten Ways to Impress Your Mum This Mother's Day

    Treat mum to a scenic crocodile bike ride or lunch surrounded by four-legged friends.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    A Cyclist's Guide to Getting Out of Wellington

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

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    Two Dockless Electric Scooter Services Are Being Trialled in Wellington

    As part of the city's first electric scooter sharing scheme.

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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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    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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    Ten Shows, Installations and Parties to Get Amongst at NZ Fringe Festival 2019

    Wellington's favourite independent open-access arts festival is back for another year.

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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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