Auckland City Vibes: Our Insider’s Guide to New Zealand’s Largest City
Auckland dining
That’s hard to believe today. Within two short blocks of our Auckland apartment, there is not only a traditional New Zealand bakery (owned and run by Vietnamese Kiwis), but also at least four Chinese restaurants, plus Thai, Malaysian, Korean, Mexican, an...
Extraordinary architecture, must-see museums and Kiwi culture
If I had to pick one and only one New Zealand city to visit, I’d choose Auckland. Why? It’s a mix of international sophistication (as in the restaurants above). There’s its Pacific presence (it’s the largest Polynesian city in the world) and local au...
New Zealand is not just a sporting country — it’s mad about sports.
The most fun sport to watch is Rugby Sevens, especially Women’s Rugby Sevens. It’s fast-paced and satisfyingly brutal. Men’s Sevens is right behind; see ’em if you can. Next, netball, a woman’s sport that’s virtually unknown in the U.S. Think basketball without the dribbling. For the patient viewer, cricket is a reflection of New Zealand’s British roots. Where do you find out what sporting events are on during your too-brief visit to Auckland? Easy — check out Ticketmaster.
Daredeviling: Auckland’s a paradise for the adventurous
The most obvious adventure is one I fear and that my wife, Effin, loves. It’s hard to miss since it takes place atop the tallest building in Australasia. When you look up at it from the street, you’re likely to see people jumping off, bungie-style.I am not on...
Did you know that Auckland is a city of beaches?
Auckland is a city of islands and its beaches range from the gentle eastern shores like Mission Bay to the thunderous, black-sand beauty of Piha to the west. One of our favorites sits just over the Auckland Bridge; Takapuna is broad, usually gentle and lined with sweet places to eat, drink and try New Zealand ice cream.That’s my Auckland. I hope, even briefly, you’ll make it yours during your New Zealand cruise. Before we take leave of one another, let me leave you with a koha, a gift.Here’s a list of facts to drop into your next dinner conversation, a list of New Zealand Firsts.Ready to experience all that Auckland has to offer? Exciting New Zealand cruise itineraries await.
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