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Summary: 14 Things to do in Auckland on a Rainy Day Art Galleries Theatre Bowling Putt-Putt Cinema VR Experience Escape Room Go Karting Karaoke Indoor Rock Climbing Trampolining Snow Planet Ice Skating Laser Tag Bad weather days suck. They’re cold and wet, and they make you feel like you should have just stayed in bed.  …

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There’s no question that Auckland is one of the most beautiful and exciting cities in the world. With so much to see and do, it can be hard to know where to start. So here are our top 62 fun things to do in Auckland city — guaranteed to make your stay unforgettable from the …

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Check out some of the most famous filming locations from the Kiwi TV show that has taken off If you’re a fan of the hugely popular New Zealand detective drama, The Brokenwood Mysteries, then you will want to read this post. Launched on Prime in 2014, The Brokenwood Mysteries currently has seven seasons available to …

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Shopping in Auckland is up there with one of the most popular activities for people visiting the City of Sails. Auckland is a shopping lover’s paradise, packed full of world-class boutiques, designer stores, modern shopping malls and local arts and crafts. Whether you’re an Auckland native, visiting from around New Zealand or visiting from overseas, …

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Looking for free events and festivals in Auckland? You’ve come to the right place. Auckland is not only New Zealand’s biggest city, but it’s also a hub for some amazing free events and festivals throughout the year. Whilst many of these have been impacted by COVID-19 in recent years, we have added some updates to …

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For many countries, the winter months mean time to pack away your golf clubs and take a break from the beautiful game but not here in New Zealand and especially on the North Island. The mild winter months mean that golf is possible all year round and Auckland’s best golf courses are kept in immaculate …

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Looking for some inspiration when it comes to places to visit in New Zealand this winter? You’ve come to the right place. Whilst it’s relatively easy to pick a destination to enjoy in New Zealand over the summer months, picking a spot during the winter months is a little more challenging – or at least …

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Looking for events in New Zealand in July? You’ve come to the right place. In this post, we cover off all the major events taking place across New Zealand in July on both the North and South Islands. We update the post a couple of months beforehand so if you are still seeing last year’s …

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