Auckland

Auckland is regularly voted one of the best lifestyle cities in the world, with the cosmopolitan city centre complemented by great escapes within half an hour of downtown. Indulge in Auckland's shopping, nightlife and unrivalled cuisine and experience some of the many attractions and adventure activities on offer. Whatever your interests, you'll never be short of things to do in the City of Sails.

Sky City Auckland Phone: 64 9 363 6000 Corner Victoria Street and Federal Street, Auckland

Sky City is the heart of entertainment in Auckland. Even if you're not staying at our 4+ star hotel, you can experience free live entertainment in one of our many bars, or dine in one of our six restaurants. Enjoy a flutter at one or our three casinos, take in a show at Sky City Theatre, or check out the amazing views from Sky Tower - the Southern Hemisphere's tallest tower. If you want to go even higher, climb up the Sky Tower mast with Vertigo, or you could take the quick route down by jumping off with Sky Jump.

The Globe Bar Phone: 64 9 357 3980 Address: Darby Street, off Queen Street, Auckland

Globe bar hosts theme nights complete with, Pool tables, Dance floor and Big screens for those all-important sporting events. Enjoy one of New Zealand's leading beers at Auckland's premier nightspot. Open 4pm till late.