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25 Of The Best Things To Do In Bali In 2024
Where the Bintangs are cheap and the people are super friendly.
The Best High Tea In Auckland, 2024 Edition
Whether it’s Mother’s Day, a special occasion, or you just want to spoil someone (and yourself), high tea in Auckland is…
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Walking is one of the best ways to make the most of the City of Sails. So grab some sturdy shoes, make use of the kauri dieback wash…
Stick Your Toes In The Sand At These Auckland Beaches
One of the best parts about Auckland is the fact that writing a list of the best beaches within a region is absolutely possible. We tend to…
Cool Down At Auckland's Top Ice Cream And Gelato Shops
I scream, you scream... well, you know how it goes. Whether it's fresh and fruity or rich and chocolatey, in a cone, on a stick or in a…
9 Must-Visit Beaches In The Coromandel
Turquoise waters, rugged cliffs, native flora and laid-back towns—The Coromandel is pretty much paradise. And with more than 400km of…
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The Best Ponsonby Restaurants You Need To Check Out In 2024
When it comes to Ponsonby restaurants, it's a literal smorgasbord—the hardest part about eating out here is narrowing down…
43 Of The Best Shows On Netflix NZ Right Now
We all know the hunt for the next Netflix binge never ends. To make your search a little easier, we at Urban List have rounded…
The Best Hawaii Resorts Actually Worth The Annual Leave (2024 Edition)
It's about time you kickback with a Mai Tai in hand.
20 Fiji Restaurants You Need To Add To Your Bucket List
From fresh to fried for the gods. Whatever you're in the mood for, Fiji's got you.
All Of The Best Restaurants In Bali According To Our Travel Editor In 2024
Those that have been to Bali enough will know that the foodie scene here has absolutely skyrocketed over the last few years.
The Best Bali Hotels To Book In 2024
If you’re keen for a getaway that absolutely throttles you in humidity so that pool dips every hour are a must and where hospitality…
11 Of The Best London Restaurants You Need To Book A Table At In 2024
London is a veritable revolving door of imaginative restaurateurs with deep pockets.
The Best Restaurants In Melbourne, 2024 Edition
We’re spoilt for choice when it comes to fine dining in Melbourne. The city is a melting pot of cuisines and influences, not to…
What’s On In Auckland This Week, This Month And This Year 2024
Auckland is pulling out all the stops this month. Here’s what’s on in Auckland this week, this month, and this…
The Best Tokyo Day Trips To Take If You’re Up For A Real Adventure In 2024
Tokyo is a city that keeps you coming back for more with so much to do.
13 Of The Best Fiji Beaches You Need To See To Believe
Picture a holiday in Fiji and chances are you’ll end up daydreaming about a beach.
Where To Find The Best Cheap Eats In Christchurch For 2024
If there’s anything better than great food, it’s great food that’s cheap. On those nights when the fridge is empty and the…
The Best Tattoo Studios In Auckland To Get Inked At, 2024 Edition
Tattoos are a universal art form used as a form of self-expression and tribute and as the world’s most tattooed nation, it's no…
The Best Bagels In New York To Devour In 2024
Bagels are a classic Big Apple staple. While you can probably find a bagel on the menu of every corner deli, here are our top favourite…
From Onsen Dips To Ramen Hits—Here’s The Best Things To Do In Tokyo This Year
As the vibrant capital of Japan, Tokyo pulsates with an energy that is truly unparalleled.
The Best Things To Do In Fiji For Any Type Of Traveller In 2024
Life’s always better sipping a cocktail from a coconut while basking in the Fijian sun.
Met Gala Madness Is Near–Explore The Exhibit The Star-Studded Event Is Centred Around
New York City is coined “The City That Never Sleeps” for a reason.
Planning A Euro Summer? Make Sure This Cultural Melting Pot Makes The Cut
Everything you’ve heard is true: the pavements heave, the pubs swell, and the queues might just make you faint.
Escape The Chill And Catch The End Of Whale Season At This Tropical Oasis
So brush off your flower leis, pack the bathing suit and get excited for some of the best things to do in Hawaii.
10 Of The Best Tokyo Hotels For Your Next Japanese Adventure In 2024
Whether you're eyeing Ginza's stylish streets or Asakusa's old-world charm, a perfect Tokyo hotel is waiting for you.
The Best Restaurants In Auckland Right Now (Updated 2024)
At Urban List, we've spent a lot of time thinking about what makes the difference between a good restaurant and Tāmaki Makaurau…
New York’s Best Restaurants You Need To Book A Table At In 2024
Craving pasta? Burgers? Chinese? No matter what your cuisine preferences are, you’re guaranteed to find it there, which makes it the…
The Best Cafes In Ponsonby Right Now
From chic patisseries and pretty pink ice cream parlours to boujee burger joints, Ponsonby's got it all.
33 Of The Best Restaurants In Dunedin
A bijou city it may be, but Ōtepoti Dunedin knows how to punch above its weight when it comes to culinary genius per capita.
25 Rad Workshops In Auckland Where You Can Learn A New Skill
A bunch of workshops have popped up all over Auckland with every kind of class imaginable.
7 Of The Best Pet-Friendly Accommodation In Auckland
Who says the little luxuries in life are hooman-only territory?
Hawaii Islands You Need To Add To Your Travel Bucket List
Hawaii consists of 137 volcanic islands that make up an archipelago that span 2400km at the centre of the north Pacific Ocean.
10 Of The Best Hawaii Restaurants To Book In 2024
If you’ve never been to Hawaii, your knowledge of its culinary landscape might reasonably be limited to the humble poke bowl.
7 Of The Best Airbnbs In Tauranga And Mount Maunganui
With its proximity to Mauao, Tauranga is great for a weekend escape or a longer vacay.
The Best Hotels In Christchurch
As the gateway to the South Island, Ōtautahi Christchurch attracts visitors of all types and it's not hard to see…
Where To Find 30 Of The Gold Coast’s Best Bars In 2024
From raging rooftops to craft beer bars and intimate tequila joints, here's our ultimate round up to the very best bars on the Gold…
The Best Tokyo Restaurants You Need To Try In 2024
Maybe you’d prefer fluffy clouds of kakigori melting in your mouth or a succulent piece of tonkatsu.
12 Of The Best Hotels In Queenstown
Whether you’re heading to QT for a ski getaway or to dance the night away with your pals, we’ve done the research and found the…
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…
The Best Movies On Netflix NZ Right Now March 2024
Buttering up the popcorn and firing up Netflix has got to be our favourite thing ever. If you’re anything like us we know you…
Things To Do In Melbourne Right Now
Consider this your Melbourne bucket list that covers both tourist attractions and local haunts. There are endless things to do, see, eat and…
The Best Dog-Friendly Cafes In Auckland For The Ultimate Pooch Date
They say that dogs are like their owners—who’s to say your pooch isn’t also partial to a low-fat puppaccino and a catchup…
12 Of The Best Beach House Airbnbs In NZ For Your Next Seaside Escape
We all know that NZ boasts some seriously gorgeous beaches, not to mention some stunning Airbnbs that sit right by the…
Adopt, Don’t Shop With The Best Cat Adoption Centres In New Zealand
The best things in life are furry, so we've compiled a list of the top places to adopt a cat in New Zealand so you can help a kitty…
The Best Hotels And Places To Stay In Dunedin
A petite city full of the eclectic and interesting, Dunedin practically owns the term ‘boutique’. The gorgeous, retrofitted…
The Most Dog-Friendly Beaches In Auckland
Who loves the salt, sand and sea more than us humans? Our furry best friends of course. That's why we've got to get them out and…
The Best Vegan And Vegetarian Restaurants And Cafes In Auckland
Forget everything you thought you knew about vegan and vegetarian food. Far from its can-o’-chickpea origins, vegan fare is now…
The Best Pet-Friendly Accommodation In New Zealand
We think it's about time our four-legged friends got to enjoy our weekend escapes too.
12 Of The Best Hotels In Wellington To Book Now
Our fine capital is home to some fantastic hotels for all kinds of visitors looking for all kinds of getaways. Whether you’re…
The Best Gold Coast Beaches For Sun-Soaked Days
If there's one thing Gold Coast has no shortage of, it's endless stretches of white sandy shores. Let us guide you to the best…
The Best Hotels In Auckland To Check Into In 2024
From boutique to boujee to five-star luxury we've scoured town for la crème de la crème, so without further ado,…
Auckland’s Best Quiz Nights To Test Your Mettle
Grab a pie and a pint, put your thinking cap on, and get ready to show off your obscure knowledge. Who knows? You might even come out on…
8 Of The Best Wineries And Vineyards To Sample In Martinborough
We've rounded up the best wineries in New Zealand's beloved wine region, Martinborough, so you can sip on top-notch vino all day…
The Best Cafes In Christchurch To Tick Off In 2024
Turns out The Garden City isn’t just about botanicals—it’s also one helluva foodie scene.
The Best Cafes In Melbourne For 2024
Melbourne/Naarm is home to some of the best cafes in the world—the standard we set is replicated all over, it's no surprise…
The Best Thai Restaurants In Auckland For 2024
From table-bending BYO banquets to Pad Thai in your pjs, we've got you covered with our pick of the best Thai restaurants in Auckland.
The Best Swimming Pools In Auckland To Have A Dip At This Summer
Summer has officially started which pretty much means three things: ice cream, cocktails and swimming.
17 Of The Best Happy Hours In Auckland To Kick Your Night Off For Less
Bargain bevvies, a bar snack or two and some quality yarns make for the ultimate after-work wind-down.
15 Of The Best Restaurants In Hamilton To Eat Your Way Around
Whatever the occasion or vibe, Kirikiriroa Hamilton’s buzzing restaurant scene has it all. Whether you’re after a…
The Best Flower Delivery And Florists In Auckland Right Now
There simply isn’t an occasion that doesn’t call for a beautiful bunch of flowers.
The Best Restaurants In Christchurch To Eat Your Way Around In 2024
So you're looking for somewhere to eat in Ōtautahi Christchurch? The Garden City is enough lucky to have so many choice restaurants…
The Best Accommodation In Martinborough From Hotels And Motels To Airbnbs
We've rounded up the best accommodation in New Zealand's beloved wine region, Martinborough, so you can sample the vino in…
The Best Hairdressers In Auckland For All Types Of Hair
Auckland is a mecca for hair salons and when it comes to choosing “the one”, selecting a hairdresser to entrust with your…
26 Of Melbourne’s Best Boutique Hotels For 2024
To be honest, we’re always looking for an excuse for a staycay in one of Melbourne’s best hotels. Birthday? Book a…
7 Of The Best Camping Grounds In And Around Tauranga
From turquoise-hued waters to secluded beaches and lakes where you can try your luck at fishing, here are our picks of the best camping…
50 Of The Best Restaurants In Wellington To Tick Off In 2024
New Zealand's cool capital is known for it’s huge food scene. We may be a teeeeny bit biased, but we reckon it's got some of…
8 Airbnbs With Breathtaking Swimming Pools To Book In Auckland
We’ve scoured around for the Airbnbs with the prettiest pools in all the land (Auck-land that is) so you can feel like an absolute…
16 Of The Best Things To Do In Queenstown
Summer, winter, autumn or spring, Queenstown is a beauty to behold.
The Most Romantic Getaways In Auckland To Book In 2024
Does your romance feel a little less shiny than you’d like it to be? Maybe life’s so hectic right now that you’re…
14 Of The Best Coromandel Restaurants And Cafes That Should Be On Your List
Here are the best cafes and restaurants to wrap your mouth around in The Coromandel.
The Best Bottomless Brunch Spots In Auckland Right Now
Ahhh brunch, the perfect blend of breakfast and lunch we just can’t get enough of, which is lucky because the brunch game is strong in…
The Best Indian Restaurants In Auckland Right Now
From creamy kormas and crispy pakora to dry fire-breathing curries and fluffy biryani, here are the best Indian restaurants in…
Auckland’s Best Rooftop Bars To Watch Day Turn To Night
We’ve said it before but we’ll say it again: rooftop bars are the shiz. What’s not to love about sitting sky-high, sipping…
The Best Breakfasts In Auckland And Where To Find Them In 2024
Fear not, breakfast-lover—you’re about to have the ultimate list of the best breakfasts in Auckland right at your fingertips.
Auckland’s Best Beaches To Explore This Summer
One of the best things about Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is the fact that writing a list of the best beaches within a region is absolutely…
50 Of The Best Things To Do In Auckland
While Aucklanders may be the brunt of jokes for those south of the Bombay Hills, we think living in the City of Sails is pretty damn rad.
14 Of The Best Restaurants In Queenstown And Glenorchy
We’ve done the research and know the must-visit restaurants in QT, so read on for the best restaurants in Queenstown.
20 Of The Best Airbnbs In New Zealand For 2024
From rolling valleys to dense native forest and cliffs overlooking black sand beaches, we've found the most jaw-dropping spots across…
The Best Airbnbs In Auckland, Whatever Your Budget
Auckland has some of the best Airbnbs around and we’re semi-obsessed (let’s be real, head-over-heels in love) with…
13 Of The Best Places To Stay In Lake Tekapo From Hotels And Motels To Airbnbs
The gateway to some of the best stargazing in Aotearoa and the world, Lake Tekapo is one helluva holiday destination.
14 Of The Best Restaurants And Cafes In Rotorua
Rotorua is a foodie haven, from boujee fine dining to delectable cheap eats spotlighting local and international cuisines.
The Best Korean Restaurants In Auckland
While Korean food may not be on your radar, it totally should be. If you love big, bold flavours, an abundance of free side-dishes and are…
New Zealand’s 10 Best Hidden Beaches And Where To Find Them
While it’s not hard to find a great beach, Urban List has done a little more exploring to discover these secret gems.
The 10 Best New Zealand Great Walks You Need To Try
New Zealand is one heck of a b-e-a-utiful place and as its people, it would be downright rude not to explore it.
The Best Christmas Lights To See In Auckland 2023
Nothing has us feeling more festive than a completely over-the-top display of Christmas lights—this is definitely a case of the more…
10 Of The Best Camping Grounds Within Driving Distance Of Auckland
Load up the roadie snacks and delve into the best camping spots within driving distance from Auckland to add your hit list this summer…
12 Of The Best Fish And Chips In Auckland To Get Hooked On
Fish and chips. They’re pretty much our national tucker. Here are our picks for the best fish and chips shops in Auckland.
Here’s Where To Buy The Best Real Christmas Trees In Auckland This Year
To make things easy for you, we’ve created this list of the best places to buy your Christmas tree this year—now you have no…
The Best Artisanal Gins In NZ So You Can Level Up Your G&T Game
20 New Zealand-made gins that will turn your typical G&T on its head.
The Best Christmas Pyjamas In NZ To Get Into The Festive Spirit
We’ve always been a fan of a pyjama party and, while we’re not a fan of Christmas carols outside of December, we absolutely…
Auckland’s Best Day Spas For Peak Relaxation
We all deserve a bit of relaxation time now and again, let’s face it. Tired? Needing a pick-me-up? Feel like treating…
The Best Nail Salons In Auckland
Pampering yourself doesn’t come much better than a sleek set of nails.
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…