New Zealand

Whether you’re planning a honeymoon, a last-minute anniversary or something more ring-shaped, these dreamy stays are here to fan the flames of romance.

Roll up, roll up. It’s time for this week’s New Zealand food news. Hot off the press (or should we say, toastie press) are all the tasty tidbits you need to know. 

You’re powering through the year and that calls for a well-deserved break. New Zealand perhaps? A stay with a big cosy bed to snuggle into, and maybe even a piping hot outdoor bath?

Though long viewed as a luxury destination—cue over indulgence and splashing of cash—Waiheke is literally awash in great options to have you out and about and enjoying the land in many different ways, all without breaking the bank.

New Zealand invites you to explore its breathtaking landscapes by road.

Let’s face it, us Kiwis are an intrepid bunch. We love travelling to the far corners of Mother Earth in search of beauty and adventure. But the grass is not always greener—New Zealand is filled with natural wonders that will take your breath away.

New Zealand is renowned for its stunning scenery, natural beauty, wondrous escapes and being one of the best places to look at the Southern Lights.

When the news dropped that the Australia and New Zealand travel bubble had finally opened, there were squeals of excitement, happy tears and of course, frantic searching for the cheapest—and soonest—flights. There’s no time to waste people—it’s time to satisfy your wanderlust, but of course, you need a bucket list first. 

Ever wanted to live like a Hobbit? Here's your chance.

Well played New Zealand, well played.

Loved up or not, February 14 can be a pretty hectic day.

It might have been (another) year of bottled cocktails and home-delivered booze, but in between lockdowns, the hospitality industry in Australia and New Zealand delivered the goods with some seriously stunning spots to sip a margarita or three.

With summer now on the horizon, it’s never too early to get stocked up on your SPF and all things skincare. Today we are bringing you the feel-good news that our favourite NZ skincare brand, Emma Lewisham has officially become the world’s first beauty brand to go completely carbon-positive, and the world’s first 100% circular-designed product range. *Adds to cart*.

We're talking luxurious resorts, pristine winter powder and indulgent eats.

If your screen time report has ever given you a fright (guilty, how can it be that many hours?) then you’ll probably want to consider some kind of digital detox. Before you roll your eyes, it’s more about setting healthy boundaries for a better daily routine than going cold turkey and disappearing from digital life altogether, a prospect that many of us can’t engage with for work reasons and also FOMO.

The legends at QT, aka the boutique hotel of our dreams, are throwing a truly epic flash sale. For the next 72 hours only, you can score a sweet 20% off your next stay.

If you’re on constant lookout for new adventure and enjoy a healthy dose of adrenaline in your bloodstream, then canyoning is a must. 

Get ready to take your stargazing up a notch with the best places to stargaze in New Zealand. 

Whether it’s the reflection lakes of Wanaka or the emerald green waters that crater the Tongariro Crossing, Aotearoa is home to some amazing bodies of water. 

It’s something that’s usually reserved for the rich and famous, but now, you too can achieve baller status by renting out an entire floor of a luxe hotel and throwing the most epic party. That’s right, the cool kids at QT want you to send off the rollercoaster that is 2020 in total style by launching Floor’d—a one-of-a-kind wild night in that allows you to book the whole floor at one QT’s 10 swanky digs located around Australia and New Zealand.

 Just like Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber, Six60 are sharing their story on the big screen. Till The Lights Go Out hits cinemas 26 November and trust me when I say the boys don’t hold anything back. From each member's origin story to internal struggles within the group, they give fans a true insight into their lives. 

The Coromandel Peninsula, home to some of the country’s most idyllic beaches, native flora and relaxed seaside towns, is the ideal place for a weekend—or midweek—getaway. From quirky Airbnbs to breezy villas and bougie coastal homes with panoramic views, we’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Here are the best places to stay in the Coromandel.

Beach please, if there’s one thing Kiwis know how to do well it’s the sun, surf and sand. Luckily just north of Auckland you'll be treated to some of New Zealand’s best beaches tucked away in the picturesque Bay of Islands. Think bright blue waters, rolling waves and secluded picnic spots. 

Because we know 2020 has been the year of cancelled holidays, we've teamed up with the legends at Intrepid Travel to put together a three-day escape to Wanaka where you'll sip a lot of wine, sample a bunch of delicious produce from the region, and take in all the natural beauty that in the past, we might have taken for granted.

Exciting news today fam, Quibi has just launched in New Zealand and Australia and it’s totally free.

While International travel is still off the cards for the forseeable future, there's no reason to miss Bastille Day celebrations this year. Le Chef has a phenomenal fondue savoyarde recipe for you to cook in the comfort of your own kitchen. If you can't make it into Le Chef anytime soon, it is the perfect, most delicious Winter warmer for you to try at home. 

We’ve all been waiting with bated breath for Coronavirus restrictions to finally lift so we can do what we do best—travel. With lockdown easing just a little bit more every single day, it’s time start to planning your next—seriously overdue—adventure, and as always we have just the thing.

After the crazy year it’s been already, you deserve a time out. Not just a few hours, but a massive day of calm to reset and recharge.

The internet is a wonderful thing because along with memes, TikToks and UberEats, it also gives us the ability to travel anywhere in the world at the click of a button.

The beauty of travel is that it can be whatever you want it to be. A rustic weekend camping in the bush or boutique hotels and spa days in the world’s most famous cities. A spiritual getaway or a never-ending party. A one-night staycation or a year-long trip to the other side of the globe. But no matter the kind of trip you want to take, there’s always a way to be a responsible traveller while you’re at it. For a start, you can always respect local customs and traditions, support local and sustainable businesses and leave your destination in the same, if not better, condition than you found it in. 

Just as you're beginning to feel like you've got this iso thing down pat, there seems to be a light at the end of the tunnel. Our busy lives will resume and soon enough, you'll be wishing lockdown had been just a few days longer. Give your brain a break by taking a mental health day and disconnecting from technology.

Get ready to give houseparty an entirely new meaning, here’s how to celebrate your birthday in isolation during Level 4 lockdown.

We asked top barber Hohepa Rutene, owner of the rad Boar & Blade barber shops in Auckland and Wellington, New Zealand for his top tips on maintaining your style during lockdown. Because even though we’re just kicking about at home, we don’t need to go Sasquatch just yet.

Just because you can't Contiki right now, doesn't mean you can't have a party. Stay at home and join in their new Movie Club over Netflix Party every Thursday night. They'll be screening their favourite travel and destination movies over the next few weeks for you to enjoy.

COVID-19 is quite literally taking over the world and if you’re one of the hundreds of thousands who had planned to travel in the next little while, you’re most likely re-thinking or are being forced to postpone your trip. 

If you’ve ever found yourself in Bali during school holidays or hoiking your suitcase up 100-year-old staircases in Europe during a heatwave, you’ve probably learned that choosing where to travel is just as important as deciding when to go.

New Plymouth’s cafe scene has exploded in the last few years so we’ve sorted the best from the rest, so there’s no need to waste your time on sub-par eggs benny or a burnt cup of coffee.

We all know that eating like a local is key to a good holiday, but why limit yourself to a single restaurant at each meal when you can taste everything under the sun if you get your timing right. Whether you want something tried and true like pizza and chocolate or you’re after something a little wilder, there’s a food festival somewhere in the world for you. 

Hubble bubble toil and trouble baby, October 31 is the perfect day to be a little extra and transform yourself into something spooky and we’re here to help you prep for it. We've found the freakiest and most skilful make-up artists on the 'Gram to scare you into shape this Halloween.

Finding the right book to suit you can be a big task, so we’ve done the hard yards to bring you a list of some of the best books on mindfulness.

​Sometimes it’s nice to give up the gas guzzler for a big city holiday, but if you’re the kind who likes to explore beyond the beaten path, there’s no better way to do it than with your own set of wheels. From one day spins to month-long hauls, it’s time to fire up the playlist because these are the best road trips in the world.

We’re probably not ready for this level of fierceness, but ready or not, here he comes: Queer Eye fan favourite Jonathan Van Ness is bringing his ‘flipping tumbling’ standup comedy show to Australia and New Zealand next year.

There are times in life when you just need to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and treat your body and mind to a little TLC.

There’s nothing we love more than something that’s both more sustainable and more enjoyable than the default option, and scenic train rides are just that. 

Forget being chauffeured around a new city, luxe as it might sound, or spending your holiday underground on the train, never truly finding your bearings. The best way to see a new destination is by bike.

While we know you’ll never get sick of lying on a beach with a good book and a cocktail, sometimes it’s nice to use your holidays to challenge yourself by, say, walking 500km in a month. If that sounds kind of crazy to you, take solace in the fact that for most of these long walks you can opt to do smaller portions of the trek and you’ll still get to take in incredible views, experience new cultures and feel exactly zero guilt about tucking into that second serving of dinner.

Guys, we’ve stumble total winter wonderland. If you love skiing (and/or snowboarding), Queenstown is where you need to be this winter. Located in the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps, the region is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and glistening lakes. 

If you love New Zealand as much as we do, then come closer because we have some seriously exciting news for you: from today Urban List is expanding to cover the whole of New Zealand.

New Zealand is renowned worldwide for its picturesque natural beauty, and the Otago wine region does more than its fair share in maintaining the reputation of this stunning part of the world. The unique climate and mountainous terrain are perfect for producing aromatic Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, and the region attracts both tourists and wine aficionados seasonally from around the globe. 

It’s no secret that we live in the most beautiful country on earth. From our sweeping coastlines, rugged mountain ranges, ferny forests and open plains, New Zealand has everything you could ever want and so much more. With so much beauty on offer, it would be a shame for you to miss any of it, so we’ve rounded up 10 of New Zealand’s most beautiful spots that you might not even know existed.