Top 10 Bars in Auckland for Watching Sports: Where to Catch the Game Live

Missed out on tickets but still looking for a great night out watching your favourite netball, rugby or football teams? We Kiwis love our sports and thankfully Auckland is covered with amazing bars - complete with giant screens and surround sound systems - to help you get an in-match experience. We’re identifying 10 of our favourite spots, where the screens are large, the food is delicious and the good times keep on rolling!

Missed out on tickets but still looking for a great night out watching...

Non-Touristy Things to Do in Athens

As one of the world’s oldest cities, Athens is doing pretty well at remaining a tourist hot spot and bucket-list destination for travellers across generations. Capital, and largest city, of Greece, Athens dominates the Attica region and was first built somewhere between the 11th and 7th millennium BC, placing it at over 7,000 years old. Having withstood the test of time and provided some of history’s greatest minds, traditions and the modern Olympic Games, Athens is a sprawling metropolis that c...

The Walker’s Guide to Sightseeing Auckland CBD | Explore Iconic Spots on Foot

Fancy taking a stroll around the city centre? On a sunny day, it’s easy to go from lounging under trees in Victoria Park, to being entranced by international art, to having a glass of bubbles up the Sky Tower. We’ve compiled a comfortable 14KM walking route that will take you from Britomart, to the Harbour Bridge, to K’ Road and back down into the city.

Fancy taking a stroll around the city centre? On a sunny day, it’s easy to go from lounging under trees in Victoria Park, to being entranced by...

The Auckland Pie Guide: 10 Must-Try Pies & Where to Find Them

If there’s something we kiwis love, it’s a pie. Whether you’re a fan of a classic mince and cheese, a hearty, homemade Bacon and Egg, or a more niche Smoked Fish, there’s a pie flavour out there for everyone. We’ve scoured Auckland to taste and sample these decadent delights from the many amazing bakeries and eateries that dot the region. So, we present to you - our Auckland Pie Guide! Prepare yourself for love at first bite.

If there’s something we kiwis love, it’s a pie. Whether you’re a fan...

Brisbane Itinerary: What to Do & See on Your Holiday

Australia’s east coast boasts a massive array of iconic tourist destinations. From the shining lights of downtown Sydney to the rolling tide of the Whitsundays, you’re guaranteed to create epic memories you’ll keep forever. Brisbane is a fan favourite of many travellers (including us!) and so we’re going the extra mile for you, and packaging up the ultimate 7-day itinerary to help you experience all that Brisbane has to offer.  Don’t have 7 days of leave? Don’t fret! You could either bundle it t...

Auckland’s Hidden Bars & Speakeasies | Best Secret Spots for Cocktails & Nightlife

Perhaps you saw a high school friend at a hot new bar with a tasty looking cocktail in hand and have a bit of FOMO? We’ve scoured Auckland to discover a selection of the best hidden bars and themed speakeasies, to help you have a memorable night out on the town. Here’s our list of venues that, from dusk to dawn, bring the concept of after dark fun in Auckland to a whole new level!

Perhaps you saw a high school friend at a hot new bar with a tasty looking cocktail in hand and have a bit of FOMO?...

10 Must-Try After Hours Eateries in Auckland: Late-Night Dining Gems

Sometimes those late-night cravings hit hard. Whether you’ve been studying into the early hours, gaming with mates, finishing off work, or heading home from a late-running gig — you’ll want to know where to eat late in Auckland. Luckily, the city’s packed with amazing late-night eateries, from cult classics on Dominion Road to after-hours favourites in the city centre. We’ve rounded up 10 of the best places to eat late in Auckland — guaranteed to satisfy your cravings well after the sun’s gone d...

Best Coffee in Auckland: A Local Guide to Top Cafés & Hidden Gems

There’s nothing like a coffee on a cold morning. Or a warm morning – actually, let’s be real, coffee is a staple of any type of morning! Aotearoa is well regarded for our coffee scene, and whether you like it hot or iced, we’re simply spoilt by the quality and variety on offer! In 2024, Aucklander’s were spending over $1m a day on coffee, so we’re brewing up a list of some of our favourite spots across the city!

There’s nothing like a coffee on a cold morning. Or a warm morning – actually, let’...

Top 10 Thrill-Seeking Adventures in Auckland for Your Bucket List

Auckland is a hub of excitement, with everything from shark tank diving to paragliding over west coast beaches. Stretching from coast-to-coast, covering forest, city, islands, sea and more, Auckland has so much to offer to every kind of traveller! If you’re seeking a more intense stay while you’re in Auckland and want to get the blood pumping, then these 10 bucket list items are sure to fill your cup! Check them out below and get booking the ultimate action-packed holiday.

Auckland is a hub of...

A White Lotus Inspired Auckland Retreat

With another season of everyone’s favourite luxury drama now at an end, it’s time to keep the good times rolling with your very own White Lotus-inspired getaway. Leave the drama (and the snakes) on the tv, and escape to exquisite luxury and relaxation right here in Auckland!

With another season of everyone’s favourite luxury drama now at an end, it’s time to keep the good times rolling with your very own White Lotus-inspired getaway. Leave the drama (and the snakes) on the tv, and escape to exq...

How to have a Sustainable Stay in Auckland

Stretching from coast-to-coast, Auckland is a natural wonderland offering breathtaking scenery, ancient native forests, rolling ocean tides and an entire ecosystem of natural wildlife. Taking care of and appreciating this natural beauty is an important element of enjoying our city, and through booking sustainable hotels and being a bit more selective with where you dine or play, you can help take care of our natural world too. Here’s a look at some sustainable tourism options in Tāmaki Makaurau....

A day on Waiheke Island

Discover some of Auckland's amazing wineries and beaches on Waiheke Island! While you can enjoy this paradise in a day trip, a long weekend is even better. With ferries leaving Auckland’s downtown every 45 minutes, the scenic journey is quick and easy! From white-sand beaches to world-class wineries, you are spoiled for choice on this island paradise. It is easy to spend a few days here because there is so much to do and see! But if you are pressed for time, we have done the research and compil...

A taste of Auckland's Cinnamon Bun Scene

Ooey, gooey and fluffy, Cinnamon Buns have taken Auckland by storm over the past few years. With so many delectable options to choose from, it’s no wonder that new places are popping up to share their take on this classic with hungry Aucklanders eager to try more! We’ve compiled some of the favourites, plus a few newbies, to deliver you a sticky list of Auckland’s Cinnamon Buns!

Ooey, gooey and fluffy, Cinnamon Buns have taken Auckland by storm over the past few years. With so many delectable o...

Auckland’s Must-Try Hot Cross Buns

With Easter just around the corner, Hot Cross Buns are flying back onto shelves and we’re racing to try them all. We all know and love the standard options, but this year we’re taking a look into some of the unique and wonderful varieties that are making waves across the city!

With Easter just around the corner, Hot Cross Buns are flying back onto shelves and we’re racing to try them all. We all know and love the standard options, but this year we’re taking a look into some of the unique and wo...

Overnight in Auckland: Your 1-Night Itinerary

24 hours may not seem like much time, but in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland you can see world-class acts, recline on sun-drenched beaches, hike through native forests and even visit the snow, all within an overnight stay. So come along and see what we have to offer you for your 1-night itinerary to discover Auckland.

24 hours may not seem like much time, but in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland you can see world-class acts, recline on sun-drenched beaches, hike through native forests and even visit the snow,...

A cosy Autumn in Auckland

With the warm temperatures starting to subside and trees swapping out their greens for autumn hues, it’s time to don your puffer coat and explore Auckland in a new light. From some of the cosiest hotels to restaurants with seasonal menus, Autumn brings a wave of new experiences to Tāmaki Makaurau!

With the warm temperatures starting to subside and trees swapping out their greens for autumn hues, it’s time to don your puffer coat and explore Auckland in a new light. From some of the cosiest hote...

5 Delicious Years of Iconic Eats

Tāmaki Makaurau boasts a world-class culinary scene, bringing together dishes and flavours from across the world that are loved by Aucklanders year-round. We’re taking a look at the dishes that have reigned supreme as Iconic Eats for multiple years – will they take the crown again in 2025? This is an inexhaustive list featuring some of the favourite dishes that have returned victorious year after year!

Tāmaki Makaurau boasts a world-class culinary scene, bringing together dishes and flavours fr...

The 7 Best Sustainable Hotels in New Zealand

Nestled down by the viaduct and in the beating heart of Tāmaki Makaurau is the hidden retreat known as The Hotel Britomart. Bringing 5 Green Star Design to the forefront, paired with ratings from NZ Green Building Council and Toitū Carbonreduce status, this retreat is an idyllic sanctuary in the hubbub of the city. From specialist skincare products in the rooms, through to dedicated and informed textiles, The Hotel Britomart is designed by artisanal specialists, such as Rachel Carter who brings...

Easy Valentine's Date Ideas 2025

Whether you're seeking a romantic evening for you and a loved one, a galentine's celebration for the gals, or just an excuse to hangout with your mates, here are the hottest events and tastiest restaurants for this Valentine's Day!

Whether you're seeking a romantic evening for you and a loved one, a galentine's celebration for the gals, or just an excuse to hangout with your mates, here are the hottest events and tastiest restaurants for this Valentine's Day!

The Ultimate Sydney City Travel Guide

Sydney boasts many exceptional hotels and resorts where you can relax and unwind. It goes without saying though, that we have our favourites we love to recommend. Starting with Mantra Sydney Central Hotel, which is located in the heart of the city on George Street and an easy walk to major attractions such as Sydney Harbour. Each of the 160 rooms is equipped with kitchenettes, plush beds, air conditioning and modest amenities to ensure you can relax and unwind every day of your journey. For the...

Make the Most of The Aussie Summer on Australia’s Best Beaches

Planning a trip across the ditch? No trip to the land down under would be complete without a visit to one of their many beaches. So many in fact, that as you sit there trying to plan your trip, it can be easy to become overwhelmed by the 11,761 options available. Our pacific neighbours (and sporting rivals) boast a nation that is full of stunning vistas, long, winding, soft-sanded beaches, world-class restaurants and shopping venues that can compete with the best in the world. We’re unpacking our favourite beaches and revealing the hidden highlights that make them supreme choices for your ultimate Aussie vacay.
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