Wellness
Mount Taranaki | Everything You Need To Know Before Tackling The Summit
Get your boots on, carbohydrates packed and bring a positive headspace because you’ll need it—here’s everything you need…
The Best Accommodation In Taupo From Hotels And Motels To Airbnbs
If you're looking for the best accommodation options in the wonderful town of Taupō, look no further.
Here’s How To Keep The Conversation Rolling Around R U OK? Day
With things the way they are out in the world, it's OK not to be OK right now.
The Best New Beauty Products | Ten Items To Add To Your Beauty Collection Right Now
Welcome to the most fabulous corner of the internet—Urban List's destination for the picks of the beauty crop. We've found…
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing | Everything You Need To Know Before Tackling The Summit
Explore the volcanic heart of the Tongariro National Park on an epic one-day tramping adventure.
The Tongariro Northern Circuit | Everything You Need To Know Before Tackling The Great Walk
Explore the volcanic heart of the Tongariro National Park on an epic three to four-day tramping adventure.
Auckland’s Best Day Spas For Peak Relaxation In 2023
We all deserve a bit of relaxation time now and again, let’s face it. Tired? Needing a pick-me-up? Feel like treating…
10 Of The Best Dog Groomers In Auckland To Get Your Pooch In Tip Top Shape
We’ve made it a little easier for you and rounded up a list of some of Auckland's best dog groomers, to take care of your…
The Best Parks In Auckland You Need To Explore, According To Local Rangers
Whether you want to enjoy a picnic alfresco, go for a walk, watch the sunrise or sunset or just get away from it all, here are the top…
Where To Get An Earth-Shatteringly Good Massage In Auckland
We’ve taken the hard yards out of scoping out the very best massage places in Auckland, so that you can sit back and slip right into a…
We Tried EMS Training For A Month And This Is What Happened
If you’re anything like me, finding the motivation to bust your butt at the gym is not high on the priority list. Between working,…
16 Of The Best Spots For Non-Alcoholic Drinks In Auckland
There's nothing better than shooting the breeze with friends, ice cold beverage in hand and grazing on delish eats (the more…
The Best Non-Alcoholic Drinks In New Zealand To Sip In 2023
Whether you are wishing to cut down your alcohol intake or are looking to go completely teetotal, here are our favourite non-alcoholic…
Adopt, Don’t Shop With 10 Dog Adoption Centres In Auckland
We've compiled a list of the top places to adopt a dog in Auckland so you can be part of the solution.
10 Of The Best Volcanoes In Auckland To Climb
If you’re anything like us, your resolution to get fit may seem like an uphill battle—literally. But here in the City of Sails,…
6 Of The Best Beaches In Costa Rica
The beaches don’t come much greater than those in stunning Costa Rica.
How To Meditate If You’re A Total Beginner
We thought we’d get some expert tips on how to add meditation to your daily routine, and what you should be doing when you finally sit…
What’s On In Christchurch In 2023
Whether you love getting amongst the arts or prefer to eat your way around town, Ōtautahi’s got something for ya. Here are the…
7 Epic Spots To Check Out In Singapore After Dark
Singapore is one seriously indulgent place. The buzzing cosmopolitan city is a melting pot of culture, excellent food and even better bars.…
Queen Charlotte Track | Everything You Need To Know Before Exploring The Stunning Marlborough Sounds
The Queen Charlotte Track is a three-to-five-day tramping and mountain biking track that traverses the beautiful Marlborough Sounds.
Epic NZ Made, Eco Friendly And Sustainable Products So You Can Keep Our Planet In Mind
Shopping sustainably is becoming easier and easier, with more local NZ brands being launched all the time specifically developed to be way…
The Best Float Tanks In Auckland And Where To Find Them
For a chance to experience weightlessness and peace in your own blissful space, a flotation tank could be just right for you. If you're…
10 Of The Best Dog-Friendly Walks In New Zealand
Taking your pup for a walk is all very well until you realise you’re in a park that’s a no-go for pooches. Talk about barking up…
16 Of The Best Dog Parks In Auckland And Where To Find Them
It’s a well-known fact that we here at Urban List love our pooches and so we’ve rounded up some of Auckland’s best…
10 Of The Best Airbnbs With Hot Tubs And Outdoor Baths In NZ
Soak up the luxury at the best Airbnb's in NZ with outdoor baths.
The Best Gluten-Free Eateries In Auckland Right Now
We’ve looked high and low and we’ve scouted the best places to eat if you’re gluten free— because there’s no…
EcoFest | Show Tāmaki Makaurau Some Love With This Stacked Month-Long Eco Festival
Green does not mean boring, folks. And, proving they know what’s what when it comes to all things good, The EcoFest Festival is…
25 Of The Best Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas That Will Upgrade Your Lover’s Life
Upgrade everything from picnic dates to love-making with these great gifts.
10 New Zealand Natural Wonders To See At Least Once Before You Die
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…
The Best Hot Pools In New Zealand For You To Bliss Out At
Given Aotearoa is perched on the Pacific Ring Of Fire it's no wonder we love our hot water. And while we're blessed to have so many…
16 Of The Best Feel-Good Movies On Netflix NZ
When your faith in humanity is yet to be restored, it means it’s time to throw your feet up and hit the best feel-good movies on…
The Best Sunflower Farms In New Zealand And Where To Find Them
Sunflower season is short but sweet and while there might not be an abundance of sunflower farms in Aotearoa, there are four magical spots…
Auckland’s Best Beaches To Explore In 2023
One of the best things about Auckland is the fact that writing a list of the best beaches within a region is absolutely possible. We tend to…
The Best Lavender Farms In New Zealand Where You Can Feed Your Soul
The warmer weather is here, and that means it’s the season for lavender to bloom. Here are the best farms across New Zealand where you…
6 Of The Best Places For Strawberry Picking In Auckland
‘Tis the season to be jolly and it’s also the season to get bucket-loads of strawberries and eat as many as your heart…
22 Stunning Beauty Gifts To Shop This Christmas
Add some sparkle to your beauty lover's festive season.
Wholesome Ways To Give Back This Christmas 2022
It's no secret we love Christmas and all the glitz and glam that comes with it, from beautifully wrapped gifts beneath pretty trees, to…
13 Steamy Gift Ideas For Couples And Lovers To Shop This Christmas
Forget choosing between naughty and nice this Christmas (it’s far too binary anyway) and dive into the pleasuredome with…
Beautiful Road Trips To Take From Auckland This Long Weekend
What’s up, long weekend? Big thanks for gracing us with your presence—it’s been a while. There’s no better way…
The Best Meditation Music To Try In 2022
Lo-fi hip hop is out, binaural beats are in. Get ready to drift into that Theta brainwave state.
3 Questions Everyone Should Ask Themselves This World Mental Health Day
Use World Mental Health Day as a chance to assess and improve your mental health.
13 Ways To Show Your Support For Breast Cancer Awareness This October
ICYMI, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You might already be acutely aware of breast cancer, because chances are you know someone…
16 Of The Best Activewear Brands In NZ To Shop In 2022
Activewear is the holy grail of the wardrobe.
18 Of The Best Low Cost Therapy Providers In Auckland
As much as Covergirl would have us believe life is all easy breezy beautiful, sometimes you need more than lipstick to help you navigate its…
Places In Auckland That Are Good For The Soul
We can all be found guilty of becoming a bit of a ‘stress head’ from time to time, but who can blame us?
The Best Running Tracks Around Auckland To Help You Clear Your Head
There’s nothing like a run in the sunshine to get you out of the house when you start feeling a little cooped up. So why not reset…
How To Tell Your Boss You Need A Mental Health Day
We asked a psychologist for their advice on this challenging conversation.
9 Of The Prettiest Flower Walks In Auckland
Take a break from the gym and opt for the outdoors this season because these walks are worth it—we promise.
10 Books To Help You Stress Less
Reading is a bullet-proof method for accepting stress, learning how to cope with it, and living happily ever after.
8 Things To Do If You’re Feeling Down, According To A Counsellor
She shares the everyday habits to implement that may increase your mental wellbeing from meditation and gentle exercise to putting your…
6 Of The Best Walks In Christchurch
Everyone who’s anyone knows New Zealand will deliver when it comes to walking tracks and the heart of Canterbury is certainly no…
9 Of The Best Running Tracks In Christchurch
For a completely free workout, lace up your running shoes, put in your ear buds and head outside to explore the absolute best running tracks…
8 Of The Best Health And Wellness Podcasts To Plug In To In 2022
In case you’ve been out of the podcast loop, wellness is the new true crime.
The Top Spots To Go Ten-Pin Bowling In Auckland
Rain or shine, bowling is one of the most fun ways to spend an afternoon.
The Best Hot Yoga Studios In Auckland For You To Heat Up At
Hot yoga is known to help curb your stress, stretch your muscles, focus your mind and is definitely more intense than a…
Get Ready To Go Off Grid, Unyoked’s Coveted Nature Escapes Are Coming To NZ
We’ve been longingly watching from across the pond and now it’s our time to enjoy the stunning outdoor vacay of a…
The Best Natural Hot Springs In New Zealand And Where To Find Them
Land of volcanoes and geothermal hot spots, Aotearoa's geographic history has truly blessed us with the best.
7 Epic Online Yoga Classes To Get Bendy At Home With
Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner student (or the mere thought of the lotus position has you scratching your head)…
The Best Knitwear In NZ For Staying Cosy This Winter
Game Of Thrones might be done and dusted but winter is coming (again) so it’s time to level up your wardrobe. To help you out…
Takapuna’s Best Restaurants, Bars And Cafés And Where To Find Them
Takapuna is one of our fave suburbs, period. Not only is it home to one of the most popular beaches on the North Shore and a number of…
12 Of The Best Health And Fitness Apps To Download Now
If you would have told us 20 years ago we’d be using a mobile phone to exercise, we wouldn’t have believed you. But alas, some…
The Best Spots To See Autumn Leaves In Auckland
Is there anything more calming than falling leaves in autumn? Yes, they’re technically dead leafy corpses but they’re still…
Sweet Dreams, Here’s How To Get A Better Night’s Sleep Tonight
Think you can’t train yourself to switch off and chill out? Guess again. Sleep specialist Olivia Arezzolo hit us up with four…
The Best Grocery Delivery Services In Auckland In 2022
Don't miss out on healthy and hearty grub—get your groceries delivered to your front door with these Auckland businesses.
Chill Out With 9 Of The Best Podcasts For Mindfulness And Meditation
There’s no denying it, times are tough and confusing as hell right now. Physical distancing and the general daily news headlines can…
The Best Meditation Apps To Download In 2022
Less stress and anxiety, that's what we all want, right?
The Sustainability News You Need To Know About Cult Kiwi Skincare Brand Emma Lewisham
While the rest of us are settling into the new norm of an already strange 2022, luxe skincare brand Emma Lewisham has been busy…
25 Rad Things Under $25 To Get You Through Home Isolation
Oh, home isolation. So much free time, so little motivation. Whether you’ve ended up feeling under the weather or you’re…
The Best Bed Linen In NZ To Keep You Cool In Summer And All Year Round In 2022
We all know how important good sleep is, just like we know how important quality bedding is for obtaining that sleep nirvana. Since it can…
How To Manage COVID At Home, According To A Registered Nurse
If you’re one of the unicorns that has not yet copped Coronavirus, this read is for you.
Why You Might Need A Digital Detox This Valentine’s Day, A Psychologist Explains
Loved up or not, February 14 can be a pretty hectic day.
8 Epic Auckland Waterfalls You Can Actually Visit
We’ve scoped the waterfalls around the city to bring you a list of the best in Auckland. Take a picnic!
10 Of The Best Glamping Spots Near Auckland To Kick Back At This Summer
Glamping has changed the camping game forever, and boy, are we thankful! With spots all around Auckland, you can be sure to catch a…
Rotoroa Island | 12 Magical Things To Do At The Hauraki Gulf’s Newest Wildlife Sanctuary
If you haven’t heard of Rotoroa Island, you better catch up, stat, because you’re definitely missing out.
The Best Vegan Restaurants In Auckland And Where To Find Them
Forget everything you thought you knew about vegan food. Far from its can-o’-chickpea origins, vegan fare is now unapologetically…
The Best Silk Pillowcases In NZ For Your Smoothest Night’s Sleep Ever
Blessing users with soft, tangle-free hair and smooth, nourished skin, switching to a silk pillowcase is like investing in a long-term…
Snag One Of These Dreamy Wool Pearl Pillows For A Comfy And Sustainable Snooze
We all know the struggle of trying to find the right pillow. Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for a healthy lifestyle, so…
11 At Home Workouts From Top Local Personal Trainers To Try This Lockdown
From live yoga and pilates-inspired workouts, to world-renowned Les Mills classes, getting fit at home has never been easier (or more…
How Ārepa Co-Founder Angus Brown Is Promoting Mental Clarity Through This Natural Brain Food
The importance of mental wellbeing at this point of time cannot be understated. With an emphasis on mental wellness, Ārepa founder…
How To Survive Lockdown Without Drugs And Alcohol
Here we are, deep into another lockdown, and many of us New Zealanders feeling all over the show—unable to shut off, to relax, to let…
Beyond Soap Is The Kiwi Company That’s On A Mission To Change The Way We Use Soap
Making beautiful soaps with natural, plant-based ingredients only, this small Kiwi business is doing its bit to help to address the…
The Best Online Pharmacies That Deliver Direct To Your Door Anywhere In NZ
So we’re locked down and you’re pretty confident you have all you need. But what’s this? The repeat prescription you got…
10 Ways To Ease PMS, Balance Your Hormones And Have A Happy Period
Why is PMS still so badly understood? How can there be this much vagueness and confusion over the female body in 2021? Your monthly…
We Tried A Sound Bath In Auckland And This Is What Happened
We went along to a sound bath hosted by Sophie Correia at Crossing Paths to find out what you can expect when you have a sound bath.
17 Of The Best Hot Pools In New Zealand For You To Bliss Out At
Given Aotearoa is perched on the Pacific Ring Of Fire it's no wonder we love our hot water. And while we're blessed to have so many…
Auckland’s Top 10 Hidden Adventures Worth Grabbing Your Runners For
If you’re one of those folk who likes adventures but can’t be faffed travelling far and wide for them, Auckland is the best…
The Best Spa Treatments In Auckland To Treat Yourself To
From fanciful gold facials, to sub-zero shenanigans, through to full body treatments involving beautiful botanicals of the world,…
Bali Nights Is Ponsonby’s Hot New Indonesian Eatery Serving Up A Slice Of Paradise
Ponsonby is about as far from the beaches and jungles of Bali as you can get—unless, that is, you find yourself visiting Bali Nights,…
Bowl And Arrow Co-Founder Leisha Rae On Building A Healthy Fast-Food Empire
Leisha Rae makes up the sweet 1/2 of Bowl & Arrow with her bestie and partner in crime, Hannah Bryan. After meeting at a cafe Leisha was…