Luxury apartment on New Regent St: Elysian Du Regent

For lovers of luxury, high-end accommodation in the soul of the city. The quintessentially quirky and vibrant New Regent St is now home to the city’s newest and most well-appointed prestigious address. The good news is that it’s yours to rent. Thanks to the major renovation efforts of Christchurch’s Gill family, 1 New Regent St […]

Wellness retreats this winter

Ready to recharge and invest in yourself this winter? A wellness retreat might be just what you need. As the chill sets in, there’s no better time to press pause and focus on your wellbeing. Winter retreats offer the perfect escape, giving you the chance to unwind, reset, and reconnect with your body and mind. […]

Destination Akaroa

Sunny days, holidays, or just for the fun of it, a trip to the seaside town of Akaroa is a favourite with Cantabrians, no matter the season. The quaint Gallic port of call is well known for its French roots, cuisine, marine and wildlife, and as a place to explore. The town’s French connection dates […]

Comfort for life on the go: Kakapo Linen

For many, exploring New Zealand’s stunning scenery means hitting the road in a caravan, motorhome or boat. The joy of adventure can sometimes be dampened by ill-fitting bedding. With no standard sizing for caravan mattresses – some being wider, shorter, or oddly shaped – traditional linen often leaves excess fabric, wasting valuable space. Kakapo Linen […]

Relax in luxury: Village Lake Luxury Apartments

Hanmer Springs is known for its beautiful natural hot pools, picturesque landscapes, and stunning heritage forests. The resort town is bustling in winter with plenty of activities to enjoy, including hiking, mountain biking, horse trekking, golf, and jet boating. With all the excitement on offer comes the need for somewhere to cosy up and relax […]

Beautiful & boutique in Harewood: Omarino Estate

Do you have a vision for a wedding in a rural setting, without the hassle of driving into the country, away from amenities such as Christchurch Airport? That may sound like a mission impossible, yet actually it is mission possible when you choose Omarino Estate as your venue. This family-run boutique venue sits on five […]

Destination: Top of the South

Looking for your next exciting destination? Head north to the Top of the South. A Mecca for Kiwis and tourists, the area encompasses Marlborough, Nelson Tasman, and Golden Bay, with diverse attractions including national parks, coastal walks, and wildlife encounters. Did you know? In 2024, Marlborough recorded New Zealand’s highest annual sunshine total with 2769 […]

Cake couture: The Sugar Room

Discover the sweet trends in wedding day showstoppers. Several stand-out moments at a wedding elicit oohs and aahs from the crowd. One of those is when the bride first steps on to the aisle – cue gasps and tears – and another is when the cake is revealed. A showstopper of a wedding cake is […]

Events with ease: Cashmere Club

Being the organiser of a big occasion shouldn’t mean that relaxing and enjoying the day is out of the question for you. On the contrary, your reward should be having the most fun and basking in the glory of a brilliantly run event. The mother of Christchurch entertaining is the Cashmere Club and this venerable […]

Revive yourself, visit Silverstream: Urban Revival

Wedding planning often generates a need to restore energy, refresh palates, and reinvigorate the mind and body for what lies ahead. As its name states, Urban Revival does all of that. Located in the Silverstream subdivision in Kaiapoi, the quirky, fully licensed café is a place to feed and revive the soul. The retro setting […]