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Dolphin watching<br />
Photo: Tourism Auckland<br />
Harbour night spot<br />
Photo: Tourism Auckland<br />
It’s winter (June – August) in New Zealand. Chill out in<br />
Auckland (www.aucklandnz.com). Located in the North<br />
Island, its blend of harbour, islands, Polynesian culture and<br />
modern city environment has created a lifestyle ranked<br />
amongst the best in the world. Its natural assets have made<br />
it a dream destination for all kinds of travellers, from<br />
families-on-a-budget to cost-is-no-issue super yacht owners.<br />
In just half an hour you can be almost anywhere – sailing to<br />
an island, picnicking on a volcano, meeting marine animals or<br />
digging into some delicious ice cream and food at a sidewalk<br />
café. The Auckland region has 22 conservation parks,<br />
providing endless scope for outdoor activities.<br />
Chill tips<br />
• Meet the local marine mammals. Auckland's Dolphin<br />
Explorer conducts daily marine mammal eco-safaris, finding<br />
common and bottlenose dolphins, Brydes whales and orca<br />
in Auckland's magnificent Hauraki Gulf Marine Park<br />
• Take a self-guided, self-drive tour of Auckland's<br />
award-winning wineries. Aim for Matakana, Kumeu,<br />
Henderson or Waiheke Island<br />
• Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter & Underwater World<br />
gets you up close and personal with sharks and penguins<br />
• SheepWorld Farm and Nature Park promises a close<br />
encounter with farm animals<br />
• Experience the thrill of sailing on a genuine America's Cup<br />
racing yacht - you can participate as much or as little as<br />
you desire<br />
• Ride the water slides at Waiwera Thermal Resort or Parakai<br />
hot springs<br />
New Zealand Chill Factor<br />
Awesome Auckland<br />
• Have a thrilling day at Rainbows End Adventure Park in<br />
Manukau City. Plummet on the Fear Fall, spiral on the roller<br />
coaster and zoom down the log flume<br />
• Otara Market is the largest Maori and Polynesian market in the<br />
world. You'll find island-style floral print fabrics, Maori<br />
carvings and all kinds of tropical fruit and vegetables—an<br />
amazing experience<br />
• Explore the wild west coast beaches of Muriwai, Bethells, Piha<br />
and Karekare - black sand and soulful surf<br />
• Discover Clevedon valley, for country crafts, gardens and<br />
boutique wineries<br />
• Enjoy a cruise on a classic yacht or launch. Charter your own<br />
yacht if you have sailing skills<br />
• Take the ferry across to Devonport and enjoy a café lunch and<br />
a spot of shopping<br />
• Hire a kayak and join an evening paddle to Rangitoto Island<br />
• Shop till you drop. High Street and the shopping area known<br />
as Chancery are home to many fashion boutiques and<br />
designer stores. The area, which also encompasses Vulcan<br />
Lane, O’Connel and Lorne Streets, is popular for trend<br />
spotting and street wear shopping<br />
Fly Jetstar direct from Singapore to Auckland. Daily, non-stop<br />
service available. Book now on www.jetstar.com<br />
New Zealand has four seasons: Autumn (March - May), Winter (June - Aug), Spring (Sept - Nov) and Summer (Dec - Feb)
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