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Since they joined the Australian National Rugby League competition in 1995, New Zealand's only team in the event has a lot of promise. When the Warriors do click, the quality of play is exceptional. A loyal following turns out... more
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Sadly, the eponymous pine tree at the summit had to be removed following several attacks on its 105-year-old trunk. Known by Maori as Maungakiekie, or hill of the kiekie vine, One Tree Hill (elevation 183 metres) is a 20,000-ye... more
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Bill & Michelle DeKeyser said
… started showing us around Auckland as on the way home he took us to see One Tree Hill. I couldn… continue reading »
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Spy Bar is one of the coolest, and hardest to find, spots at Viaduct Harbour. (The entrance is off Quay Street.) Chris, the owner, is also the proprietor of the famous SPQR. Spy is super cool, from its neon-lit bar to its Brase... more
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Enjoy a drink high above Prince's Wharf in this stylish and desirable bar. Popular with Auckland's nightclub set, it also has one of the best views the city has to offer, as well as some fantastic cocktails and other beverages.... more
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At 260m, Rangitoto is Auckland's largest and youngest volcano. It last erupted 600 years ago and is covered in regenerating bush, (including some extensive Pohutukawa forests), and barren lava flows. Views from the summit are e... more
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BGilly said
… the weather is good. It’s a shame I am working because I could have gone to Waiheke or Rangitoto islands where… continue reading »
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Officially opened in 1911, this Italian renaissance revival-style building not only serves as the Council Chamber and city mayoral offices, it has two performance venues, the Great Hall and the Concert Chamber, as well as sever... more
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Tamaki Drive, a pohutukawa-lined waterfront esplanade, runs from the busy container wharves of downtown Auckland to St Heliers Bay, 10 kilometres to the east. It is a popular recreational area--half of the wide footpath is dedi... more
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Just a half-hour ferry ride from central Auckland, Waiheke Island is a bedroom community for Auckland, but retains its own unique atmosphere. With cafés and pubs in Oneroa, wineries in the center and a beautiful beach at Onetan... more
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Alan & Claire said
… the four of us take a wine tour to Waiheke Island. About a 50 minute ferry ride to the Island where a tour… continue reading »
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From Queen Street walk up Vulcan Lane to enter Auckland's "fashion central." The narrow and sometimes cobbled streets and alleyways are home to some of New Zealand's top designer labels including Kate Sylvester, Karen Walker, Z... more
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Mairead and Ben said
… rolled down the high street. Now I don't know how interesting these really are but it remains the most… continue reading »
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Auckland Zoo has committed itself to improving the living quarters of New Zealand's largest collection of native and exotic animal species. Now you feel as though you are walking with the rare white rhinos on the Pridelands, sw... more
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Lorraine & Steve said
… the fireworks! Auckland Zoo. Its a zoo! What do you want us to say? Steve spent the day… continue reading »
Auckland Travel Experiences
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3rd and 4th day in New Zealand
So its been a couple days since we updated this. We're learning that getting internet access in New Zealand isn't as easy as just p... Continue reading »
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New Zealand - (mostly) The North Island
Well, I'm pleased to report that we did get to see some whales on our trip in Kaikoura. Braving the sea sickness warnings and increasing... Continue reading »
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Auckland
AucklandAfter a 13 hour flight we arrived in Auckland very early in the morning. We met a lovely elderly couple from the north island on... Continue reading »
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Auckland - Queenstown (5)
ENGLISH VERSION - CYMRAEG ISODIt was warm in Fiji, but upon arriving in New Zealand we discovered that things were going to&nbs... Continue reading »
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On to New Zealand
Now that we’re in New Zealand, there seems to be a lack of internet connections at our hotels. This may cause some delays in reporting... Continue reading »
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