› › Top 50 Best Things To Do In Auckland New Zealand

Top 50 Best Things to do in Auckland, New Zealand

Author : Nicholas Khatch

Publisher : NK

Page : 104 pages

File Size : 50,56 MB

Release : 2023-07-31

Category : Travel

ISBN :

Get eBook

Book Description

This curated list of 50 things to do in Auckland, New Zealand invites you to embark on a remarkable journey through one of the world's most vibrant and captivating cities. Auckland is a melting pot of cultures, landscapes, and experiences, offering a diverse range of activities to suit every traveler's interests. From cultural attractions to natural wonders, adrenaline-pumping adventures to peaceful retreats, this list encompasses the best of what Auckland has to offer. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history and culture by visiting renowned institutions such as the Auckland War Memorial Museum and the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. These iconic landmarks showcase the depth of New Zealand's heritage through captivating exhibitions and awe-inspiring artwork. For breathtaking views, venture to the top of the Sky Tower, where you can take in panoramic vistas of the cityscape and beyond. Nature lovers will find themselves in awe of Auckland's stunning landscapes. From the black sand beaches of Piha and Karekare to the lush greenery of the Waitakere Ranges, there are countless opportunities to reconnect with nature. Take a leisurely hike up Mount Eden or venture to Waiheke Island, where you can indulge in wine tasting amidst picturesque vineyards. The Hauraki Gulf offers the chance to spot dolphins and whales on a thrilling boat excursion. Adventurers can satisfy their craving for excitement with activities like bungee jumping off the Auckland Bridge or exploring the underground wonders of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves on a day trip from Auckland. Food enthusiasts can indulge in the city's diverse culinary scene, from the fresh seafood at the Auckland Fish Market to the delectable treats at the local farmers' markets. Auckland's neighborhoods, such as Ponsonby, Parnell, and Devonport, boast an array of charming shops, cafes, and boutiques that are perfect for leisurely strolls and discovering hidden treasures. This list captures the essence of Auckland, inviting you to explore its vibrant cityscape, immerse yourself in its cultural heritage, and marvel at its natural beauty. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a cultural awakening, Auckland has it all. Embrace the spirit of discovery and embark on an unforgettable journey as you uncover the 50 best things to do in this enchanting city.



Things I Learned at Art School

Author : Megan Dunn

Publisher : Penguin Random House New Zealand Limited

Page : 333 pages

File Size : 39,30 MB

Release : 2021-08-17

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 0143774867

Get eBook

Book Description

Part memoir, part essay collection, Megan Dunn’s ingenious, moving, hilariously personal Things I Learned at Art School tells the story of her early life and coming-of-age in New Zealand in the ‘70s, ‘80s and ‘90s. From her parents’ divorce to her Smurf collection, from the mean girls at school to the mermaid movie Splash!, from her work in strip clubs and massage parlours (and one steak restaurant) to the art school of the title, this is a dazzling, killer read from a contemporary voice of comic brilliance. Chapters include: The Ballad of Western Barbie; A Comprehensive List of All the Girls Who Teased Me at Western Heights High School, What They Looked Like and Why They Did It; On Being a Redhead; Life Begins at Forty: That Time My Uncle Killed Himself; Good Girls Write Memoirs, Bad Girls Don’t Have Time; Videos I Watched with My Father; Things I Learned at Art School; CV of a Fat Waitress; Nine Months in a Massage Parlour Called Belle de Jour; Various Uses for a Low Self-esteem; Art in the Waiting Room and Submerging Artist. Praise for Tinderbox: “Tinderbox is deadpan hilarious and Megan Dunn is a comic genius.” - Susanna Andrew, Metro “Megan Dunn's wry, whip-smart memoir about Fahrenheit 451, literary ambition & the last days of Borders Bookstores is funny & insightful as hell. Like Kathy Acker meets Sue Townsend. The read of the summer! ... already one of my favourite New Zealand books.” - Hera Lindsay Bird “Witty, highly entertaining.” - Philip Matthews, Stuff "Tinderbox is such a shape-shifter, such a sui generis work, that to call it a memoir does it a disservice ... [Dunn’s] voice is hard to resist – sardonic, brazen, sagacious – recalling, in places, Nora Ephron, John Jeremiah Sullivan, and Maggie Nelson.” - James Cook, Review 31



How to Be a Family

Author : Dan Kois

Publisher : Little, Brown

Page : 323 pages

File Size : 48,6 MB

Release : 2019-09-17

Category : Family & Relationships

ISBN : 0316552615

Get eBook

Book Description

In this "refreshingly relatable" (Outside) memoir, perfect for the self-isolating family, Slate editor Dan Kois sets out with his family on a journey around the world to change their lives together. What happens when one frustrated dad turns his kids' lives upside down in search of a new way to be a family? Dan Kois and his wife always did their best for their kids. Busy professionals living in the D.C. suburbs, they scheduled their children's time wisely, and when they weren't arguing over screen time, the Kois family-Dan, his wife Alia, and their two pre-teen daughters-could each be found searching for their own happiness. But aren't families supposed to achieve happiness together? In this eye-opening, heartwarming, and very funny family memoir, the fractious, loving Kois' go in search of other places on the map that might offer them the chance to live away from home-but closer together. Over a year the family lands in New Zealand, the Netherlands, Costa Rica, and small-town Kansas. The goal? To get out of their rut of busyness and distractedness and to see how other families live outside the East Coast parenting bubble. HOW TO BE A FAMILY brings readers along as the Kois girls-witty, solitary, extremely online Lyra and goofy, sensitive, social butterfly Harper-like through the Kiwi bush, ride bikes to a Dutch school in the pouring rain, battle iguanas in their Costa Rican kitchen, and learn to love a town where everyone knows your name. Meanwhile, Dan interviews neighbors, public officials, and scholars to learn why each of these places work the way they do. Will this trip change the Kois family's lives? Or do families take their problems and conflicts with them wherever we go? A journalistic memoir filled with heart, empathy, and lots of whining, HOW TO BE A FAMILY will make readers dream about the amazing adventures their own families might take.



NZ Frenzy

Author : Scott Cook

Publisher :

Page : 261 pages

File Size : 11,18 MB

Release : 2016

Category : North Island (N.Z.)

ISBN : 9780979923289

Get eBook

Book Description



Bruised Passports

Author : Savi Munjal

Publisher : Harper Collins

Page : 113 pages

File Size : 12,39 MB

Release : 2022-02-20

Category : Travel

ISBN : 9354894062

Get eBook

Book Description

As young kids, SAVI and VID, as they are popularly known to their followers, dreamt of travelling the world together. In 2013, they turned this dream into reality with the launch of their travel blog, BRUISED PASSPORTS. And now, countless flights, dreamy destinations and beautiful pictures later, the OG couple of travel has decided to reveal the secret of their carefree and footloose life. But this isn't just a book filled with dreamy stories of travel, people and culture; in these pages, Savi and Vid share their insights on how you, too, can live a life full of memories, adventure and the excitement of discovering a new place. With tips, plans and advice inspired by the hurdles and successes they have faced, Savi and Vid tell you how to be successful digital nomads in a post-pandemic world. From financial planning to, risk analysis, to taking that leap of faith, to how to create a brand of your own, BRUISED PASSPORTS promises to be a treasure trove for anyone who wants to take the plunge and set off on a journey to live life on their own terms.



The Mirror Book

Author : Charlotte Grimshaw

Publisher : Vintage

Page : 320 pages

File Size : 38,52 MB

Release : 2021-03-30

Category : Authors

ISBN : 9780143776000

Get eBook

Book Description

"Brave, explosive, and thought-provoking, this is a powerful memoir. 'It's material, make a story out of it,' was the mantra Charlotte Grimshaw grew up with in her literary family. But when her life suddenly turned upside-down, she needed to re-examine the reality of that material. The more she delved into her memories, the more the real characters in her life seemed to object. So what was the truth of 'a whole life lived in fiction'? This is a vivid account of a New Zealand upbringing, where rebellion was encouraged, where trouble and tragedy lay ahead. It looks beyond the public face to the 'messy reality of family life - and much more'."--Back cover.



My Van, My Castle

Author : Jackie Norman

Publisher :

Page : 240 pages

File Size : 12,2 MB

Release : 2019-08

Category : New Zealand

ISBN : 9781869665340

Get eBook

Book Description

Jackie Norman met her soul mate, sold her suburban home and swapped it for life on the road travelling round NZ in a campervan, despite never having any experience of the lifestyle before. Her aim was to swap a stressful life servicing a crippling mortgage with a more carefree lifestyle, stripped back to essentials, living in the moment and exploring New Zealand. With no schedule and no real goals and after nearly two years on the road Jackie and her husband Gareth have learnt a lot about the highs and lows of a nomadic life. She writes with humour and insight about their adventures on the road and the lessons they've learnt along the way with anecdotes, tips, suggestions and favourite spots they've been on their travels from the tip of the North Island to Bluff in the South. We learn about the day-to-day reality and challenges of life on the road, top campsites, special spots, how to cope with mozzies and the dreaded condensation, and what the traveller community is really like.



Funny as

Author : Paul Horan

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 12,50 MB

Release : 2019

Category : History

ISBN : 9781869409005

Get eBook

Book Description

Issued with a variety of jacket covers featuring a famous New Zealand comic or comic team.





Waiariki

Author : Patricia Grace

Publisher : Penguin Random House New Zealand Limited

Page : 112 pages

File Size : 29,57 MB

Release : 2013-08-01

Category : Fiction

ISBN : 174253970X

Get eBook

Book Description

Patricia Grace's popular first collection – sensitive stories of Maori life which explore Maori spirituality and values and pursue relationships between people, family and races. Also available as an eBook