The coolest things to do in Auckland
HELLOWORLD Travel are the New Zealand travel specialists and can help you build the most unique and exciting short break itinerary.
HELLOWORLD Travel are the New Zealand travel specialists and can help you build the most unique and exciting short break itinerary.
Auckland, New Zealand, a city where style and spectacular landscapes go hand in hand. Blessed with some of the best weather in New Zealand, Auckland is a modern and thriving first-world mini-metropolis, backed up with breathtaking natural beauty.
Known as "The City of Sails," thanks to a large number of yachts that sail between Manukau and Waitemata harbours, its beautiful marina and impressive viaduct act as a stage over which you can explore the glittering harbour.
Auckland has also secured a name for itself as a leader in hyper-creative fashion design, with its annual fashion week - Aug 27- Sept 2 - drawing in people from all over the globe to observe the uniquely New Zealand designs, textures and prints, then turning them loose on the shopping haven Ponsonby Road to take home some stylish souvenirs for themselves.
For those who feel most at home in the water, Huaraki Gulf provides a playground for fishing, whale watching, sailing and scuba diving.
A day trip to Waitakere Ranges, made up of over 40,000 acres of beautiful beaches and wild forest, serves up the chance hike, cycle or stroll through the trees before lounging on volcanic beaches and marvelling at the regions supreme natural beauty.
Which leads us to Auckland’s most impressive super-power, its heart-stopping views, starting with the view of the city from the harbour or one of the island’s natural wonders, prepare to fill your smartphone with hundreds of pictures of this spectacular city. Home to 53 different volcanic peaks with the view from the top even more incredible than you could ever imagine, a trip to the city also isn’t complete without making your way to the top of Sky Tower.
Right now Helloworld has six amazing accommodation and flight deals on offer that range from affordable centrally located 4 star hotels to incredibly good value for money five star hotels such as the Sofitel and Pullman. They’ve worked extra hard to make sure that all the packages have great inclusions, like transfers and food and beverage add ons.
Each plan has been specially crafted to curate affordable trips that feel luxurious and give everyone the opportunity to explore Auckland’s world-class food and wine, beautiful beaches and islands, amazing shopping and outdoor adventures. More than most places on earth, Auckland its surrounding region is honestly somewhere you can find the best of both worlds. Book your Auckland short-break trip with one of Helloworld today. Helloworld Travel are a New Zealand specialist, and can help you build the most unique and exciting short break itinerary. They make sure you have a trip to remember with a focus on magical experiences and full cultural immersion at a price that won’t break the bank.
For these, and other great deals, see your local Helloworld Travel agent today. To find your nearest agent call 13 14 15 or go to helloworld.com.au
Originally published as The coolest things to do in Auckland