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New Zealand > Auckland
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a region and city known as the city of
sails - Auckland is a water-lover's
paradise with the largest boat
ownership per capita in the world.
Almost encircled by the waters of the
Pacific Ocean and the Tasman Sea,
Auckland is built along a narrow (11 kms wide) volcano strewn isthmus,
situated between the Waitemata and
Manukau Harbours.
For great accommodation, Auckland has the best of
the best including the
Sebel Suites - Suite-style
accommodation with personalized hotel services,
providing both flexibility and value. Conveniently
situated at Viaduct Harbour, its proximity to both
city and the waterfront make it ideal for business
and leisure travelers alike.
Being
New Zealand's largest city (pop. 1.2
million), Auckland is an irresistible
attraction for the people of the
South Pacific and is the largest
Polynesian city in the world. Its
different racial groups co-exist
harmoniously providing a rich
diversity of arts and cultures. As a
cultural centre, Auckland regularly
hosts world class performances of
theatre, dance and music.
World
renowned as a maritime city offering
some of the best sailing in the
world, Auckland is home to a vibrant boat building
industry from small pleasure craft to some of the
worlds most luxurious yachts.
 Parnell is one of Auckland's trendiest/lifestyle suburbs and walking distance to
almost everything that characterizes Auckland is within
walking distance. We recommend a stay at
The Kingsgate Hotel Parnell - More than just a
rose garden. Its international standard
accommodation is different from any in Auckland, and
designed to complement the architecture of the many
magnificent homes in one of Auckland's oldest harbourside suburbs.
Auckland was home to the America's Cup and the
Auckland waterfront underwent a stunning renaissance
from run down wharves and warehouses to chic
café-style eateries, bars and restaurants with views
of the Harbour and its passing panoply of white
sails and launches.
 Beyond the Waitemata is
the Hauraki Gulf, home to a myriad of
islands waiting for holiday makers to
tread their footprints across
pristine sands. Just a short boat
trip or helicopter ride from downtown
Auckland will bring you a picturesque
island experience combining
extraordinary scenery with trendy
outdoor cafes and brassieres and
nearby wineries offering
internationally recognised wines.
Apart
from its amazing natural attractions
including two mountain ranges, 48
volcanic cones, 23 regional parks, 2
marine reserves, over 100 kms of
coastline and more than 500 kms of
walking and hiking tracks, Auckland
has a wide array of man made
attractions. The tallest tower in the
Southern Hemisphere (Sky Tower), the
largest factory outlet shopping
complex in Australasia and the new
Force Entertainment Centre, which
includes the IMAX Giant Screen Cinema
and Planet Hollywood to name just a
few.
Other
leading attractions include the
Auckland War Memorial Museum, MOTAT
(Museum of Transport &
Technology), Kelly Tarlton's
Antarctic Encounter & Underwater
World, the Auckland Zoo including the
Kiwi House where kiwis can be seen
during the day, New Zealand National
Maritime Museum, Howick Historical
Village, Auckland City Art Gallery
and many more.
Auckland
Attractions
 Auckland is a modern
evolving and dynamic city with an
ever-changing skyline and a buzzing
nightlife attracting seekers of fun
and excitement. Whatever your quest,
be it harbour tours, island living,
garden explorations, nature tours and
general sightseeing expeditions or
culture, art, sophisticated dining
and pulsating nightlife, Auckland's
eclectic mix of culture, art and
stunning scenery offers something for
everyone.
Auckland has
several of the oldest wineries in the
country. A flourishing Dalmatian
community was responsible for setting
up some of the first commercial
wineries in New Zealand. This area is
good for ripening grapes as the area
is warm with high degree days. High
autumn rains can be a problem in some
areas. Cabernet sauvignon based reds
are very important here.
Islands in the Hauraki Gulf
Kawau, Waiheke, Rangitoto,
Great Barrier, Rakino, Motuihe,
Ponui, Pakatoa, Little Barrier,
Tiritiri Matanga, Motutapu, Motuora,
Motuhaku, Kaikoura, Browns.
Getting There
Fly - Self drive - Bus - Taxi -
Ship - Has an International Airport.
Auckland Attractions and things to do,
Auckland Motels and
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