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We reckon Mission Bay is Auckland City’s favourite beach. It’s not often you can head to one of the world’s major cities and find yourself on a beach so beautiful, with amazing views and clear blue waters. Whether it’s cool beachside dining that you’re after, the perfect picnic spot or a stretch of beach that’s …

Mission Bay – Auckland City’s Favourite Beach Read More »

After a tough few weeks back in the office following the Christmas break, Auckland Anniversary Day weekend signals the beginning of a couple of long weekends back to back and the chance to get out and enjoy the New Zealand summer. Celebrated by those living in Auckland as well as Northland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, …

Auckland Anniversary Day 2016 – what’s going on Read More »

That’s right people – another New Zealand food and drink festival – looking at our latest blog posts you would think all we do down here is eat great food and drink delicious wine. Sounds about right! The next food and drink festival on the horizon is the Taste of Auckland event taking place on …

Taste of Auckland 2015 – a celebration of food! Read More »

90km north east of Auckland, to the north of  the Coromandel Peninsula, you will find the tranquil wilderness of Great Barrier Island, a world away from the busyness of city life. Take your choice of ferry or flight to the island and you will find an altered pace of life – dial up internet, minimal …

Visit Great Barrier Island – an untouched wonderland Read More »

If you have children, maybe you’ll want to book a babysitter because this is one New Zealand attraction you might not want to bring them to. In fact, if you’re prone to a fright and have squeamy sensibilities yourself, maybe just stay home because Spookers is definitely not for the faint hearted. For those that …

Spookers – the ultimate haunted house Read More »