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If you want to get back to those glorious days where the simplest pleasure in life came from flying a kite, then get yourself on Netflix, dig out Mary Poppins and sing along! Seriously though, the best way to get out and enjoy some hard core kite flying is to get yourself down to the […]

Following hot on the heels of Auckland’s free Music in Parks event comes Wellington’s FREE Outdoor cinema. Held every Saturday from 31 January through to 22 March on Lagoon Lawn in the heart of Wellington, the outdoor cinema is a great chance to watch your favourite movies under the stars. Free outdoor cinema with a […]

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, […]

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 […]

If you’re visiting New Zealand, you’ll have lots of opportunities to explore its natural environment. Apart from its beautiful landscapes, there’s one tree that you need to meet. This is not just any ordinary tree but the country’s oldest and most popular and the world’s largest living tree of its kind. The Tane Mahuta is […]

Listening to the peace of Mt John in the pitch black is a restful and immersive moment where time may be temporarily forgotten. Powerful telescopes and binoculars will give unique insights into the world above and with the help of scientists as tour guides, you will be given the opportunity to see star clusters, zodiacal […]

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s Freefall Xtreme, the closest you will come to being Superman this side of the Southern Hemisphere! Fly unattached against a wind speed up to 220kmph for the ultimate thrill and laugh a minute experience. The 20-meter high wind tunnel powered by a V12 diesel engine, […]

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 […]