The recipe for family adventure: House of Travel Christchurch City

House of Travel Christchurch City is all for embracing the family dynamic and recognising that travel is a powerful educational tool. Travel has never been so affordable, nor have they been able to offer such a vast range of holiday options that cater for all.     Whether it’s a cruise, flop and drop, or […]

Ushering in Luxury: The Portage

Marlborough’s crown jewel, The Portage Hotel, is set to usher in a new era of modern luxury under its new management company, THC Group.   The tourism company has announced it will manage the recently refurbished hotel, which is located just a 10-minute walk from the acclaimed Queen Charlotte Track. THC Group Chief Executive Ken […]

Standing out from the crowd: Nick Rogers Builder Ltd

Architects and builders have long sought to stand out from the crowd with aesthetically pleasing designs, but a new property in Hanmer Springs stands out from the crowd as much for the clever technology built into its design as it does for its external appearance.     “There’s not many houses in Hanmer Springs like […]

The coolest events in town: The Rollin’ Pedaler

Why is it that when licking an ice cream, we instantly feel so darned good? James Wasley and Laura Proudman can answer that one. It was five years ago in a Stratford-Upon-Avon pub that a shared love for Mint Choc-Chip ice cream soon found James and Laura falling in love and setting off for Continental […]

The perfect pair: Kjole Style

Amongst the exclusive range of clothing at Kjole Style is a handpicked selection of jeans that many customers have claimed to be the most comfortable they’ve ever owned.     The Pulz brand includes three styles, with the Stacia Curve the most popular – perfect for pear-shaped figures – eliminating the ‘waist gap’ at the […]

Impressive and versatile: Christchurch Function Centre

“Impressive and versatile” – those are the words used to describe the Christchurch Function Centre at The Redwood. And versatile it certainly is, with its four unique function rooms.     The Prestons Room is the largest, catering for up to 300 guests for a cocktail-style event or for 200 banquet-style. The intimate Heartwood Bar […]

Charming rural event setting: The Oaks of Darfield

Enjoy the warmth of Kiwi hospitality in a charming, rural setting at The Oaks of Darfield, the perfect place for evening dining, casual lunches, private formal dinners, cocktail parties and boutique weddings.   Mixing tradition with fresh, modern influences, The Oaks of Darfield is a historic Canterbury homestead surrounded by a mature oak trees and […]

Tranquil conference haven: Rosebank Estate

Some of the best conference venues are closer than we think. Rosebank Estate is a tranquil haven only six minutes from the airport and 15 minutes from our CBD.     The venue rooms accommodate groups of 10 to 150, while the four conference rooms offer flexibility of seating style, set up in advance by […]

Luxury at Latimer

Christchurch’s buzzing central city is home to Rydges Latimer hotel and its premium steakhouse restaurant Bloody Mary’s.     Rydges Latimer embraces the largest in-hotel conference venues in Christchurch – an entire floor dedicated to successful meetings and events. The spaces are flexible, catering to everything from top-tier corporate training to gorgeous weddings. The 11 […]

It’s happening at Universo

Owners of Universo, Madlen and Wayne Shaw, have achieved what eludes so many: sophistication and style in an atmosphere of family-friendly comfort and approachability.     Its three spaces – the café, restaurant and bar – can be used individually for functions, or you can have exclusive use of all three. The space seats up […]