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Auckland

The 15ht hole - Pirate’s Plank - at Cape Kidnappers.

The ultimate luxury lodge stay in New Zealand

The exclusive Kiwi lodge scene is looking even rosier with the entry of the luxury Rosewood group.

  • by Jane Reddy
Auckland’s Queens Wharf terminal.

Port guide: Auckland, New Zealand

The cruise terminal could hardly be better located to explore New Zealand’s breezy, sea-gazing capital, so get walking.

  • by Brian Johnston
Silver Muse tra11-cruisefood

Australian passengers have one major complaint about cruises. This ship solves it

On behalf of a nation of espresso-sipping extremists, Silversea’s Silver Muse is doing god’s work in the caffeinating department.

  • by Anthony Dennis
Auckland city by night.

Best short-haul destinations: Auckland, New Zealand

New Zealand’s biggest city has been utterly transformed by the dramatic redevelopment of its once no-go waterfront as well as a quality food scene.

  • by Anthony Dennis
Sixteen hours in economy is always going to be brutal.
★★★½
Airline reviews

Airline review: 16-hour Qantas economy long haul leaves a bad taste

Top marks Qantas for a fast and convenient flight, but economy passengers deserve more than this.

  • by Ellen Connolly
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Air New Zealand Boeing 787-9 Premium Economy.
★★★★½
Airline reviews

Airline review: This premium economy has one of the world’s cosiest sky-cradles

This long-haul is nearly 16 hours, but I managed to sleep for six of them and wake up in time for breakfast.

  • by Kylie McLaughlin
On the waterfront … the new InterContinental Auckland.

Five-star luxury hotel opens on Auckland’s revamped waterfront

The opening of the five-star in the area is a true watershed. It was little more than 25 years ago that this area was industrial and closed off to the public, meaning little access to the stunning Waitemata Harbour from the city.

  • by Julietta Jameson
Air New Zealand Boeing 787 Dreamliner business class seats.
★★★★
Airline reviews

Airline review: Faultless service and dining on Air New Zealand’s unique US route

It may not be the most modern business class in operation today, but it’s still the most cosy and easiest way to get to Chicago from Australia.

  • by Kylie McLaughlin
Waiheke Island - a visit is essential.

Nine must-do highlights of Auckland, New Zealand

Few cities can boast such an array of natural and man-made attractions, including a breathtaking holiday island.

  • by Rob McFarland
★★★★½
Hotel reviews

This hotel has everything you need (and everything you don’t)

A great luxury hotel but one with a quirky sense of fun, with those massive sundaes and the chocolate hour making a trip to the gym an absolute necessity.

  • by Sue Williams

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