Spotlight on AUCKLAND

Whether you call New Zealand's biggest city home or are visiting for an epic family getaway, there are plenty of things to see, do and savour!

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EAT... your way around town

Auckland's food scene is as diverse as its people, serving up treats to satisfy every craving. For fresh and vibrant Asian eats, head to the bustling eateries of Dominion Road or Ponsonby's The Blue Breeze Inn (above), which reimagines Chinese cuisine with a Pacific twist.

Expect bold flavours in dishes like pork belly bao buns and crispy fried prawns, all set in a vibrant, tiki-inspired venue. Want brunch? Take a stroll along Takapuna Beach and finish at the Takapuna Beach Café.

SHOP... widely

When it comes to shopping, you're spoiled for choice. Immerse yourself in a symphony of scents, tastes and vibrant colours at the Ōtara Flea Market, just a 20-minute drive southeast from the CBD. For a more upscale shopping escapade, head to Westfield Newmarket or stroll down Queen Street, where global brands sit alongside New Zealand boutiques. If you love a treasure hunt, don't skip Karangahape Road (K'Road), brimming with boutiques, antique stores and secondhand curios.