Monthly Archives: June 2011

Day fifty four: Kermadec in the Viaduct

The Auckland Viaduct is synonymous with fine dining and late night partying with a fantastic selection of bars, restaurants, clubs and cafes. One of the longer standing establishments is Kermadec offering both restaurant and bar/brasserie options. Set in the heart … Continue reading

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Day fifty three: Rode Point Chevalier

Cycling has been experiencing huge growth in Auckland with a proliferation of bike shops sprouting up all over the city. Naturally that has brought a varying quality of both service and reliable information. Rode in Point Chevalier is an independent … Continue reading

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Day fifty two: The Auckland Sky Tower

The Auckland Sky Tower is an icon of the cities skyline. Needless to say it provides visitors with some of the most impressive views of the city and surrounds. For the adventurous at heart no visit to the Sky Tower … Continue reading

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Day fifty one: Matariki Festival

Queen’s Birthday weekend saw the beginning of this year’s Matariki Festival. Over 100 events have been organised to celebrate the Maori New Year. Matariki is the Maori name for a small cluster of stars also known as the Pleiades, visible … Continue reading

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