Experience the magic: Amuri Estate
Amuri Estate is a special luxury destination where you can relax and unwind or take in some of the excitement of Hanmer Springs Winter Festival this July. At night be captivated by the moonlight dancing on the snowy mountains, by day stay toasty-warm in the lodge or pop into the nearby Hanmer […]
School holiday heroes
Keeping the kids entertained can be a trying task at the best of times – let alone when the school holidays roll around with a two-plus week stretch of entertaining to be done. Here are Metropol’s pick of ideas for things to do with your school-aged sweethearts these upcoming school holidays. LOCAL LIBRARIES […]
Holiday flow: Hot Flow Yoga
“Tangata ako ana i te kāenga, te tūranga ki te marae, tau ana”, is a Māori proverb that when translated into English reads, “A person nurtured in the community contributes strongly to society’. This mantra is proudly affirmed at Flow Hot Yoga. Flow Hot Yoga’s beginnings took root in February 2011, in response to […]
A luxury holiday at home: Dreamwool Beds
The whole world would agree: New Zealanders are some of the luckiest people on earth. With our national lock-down deemed a global success and our lives now mostly re-opened for business, we are enjoying a much more normal life than most these days. But all that safety and security has not come without […]
Luxury in Hanmer: Village Lake Apartments
For the ultimate luxurious getaway, set in the heart of beautiful Hanmer Springs, one simply cannot overlook Village Lake Apartments, where exceptional hospitality awaits. The modern spacious apartments are the perfect place for any occasion, whether a romantic getaway, family escape or even a corporate meeting. Village Lake Apartments provides you with luxury […]
There is more to see! – Crowne Plaza
There has never been a greater time to re-connect with the powerful landscape of Queenstown. Renowned as the Adventure Capital of the World, it is the Southern Hemisphere’s premier four-season mountain and lake destination. With its wide range of attractions, you will never run out of things to do. It’s time to re-discover […]
Time for a Queenstown staycay! – The Rees
It’s important not to ignore all of the amazing little getaway hotspots that we have in our backyard, especially now that the country is trying to get back on its feet. Make The Rees Hotel Queenstown the destination of your next holiday. It’s easy to see why this hotel has a Qualmark five-star […]
A Queenstown getaway: Highview Apartments
Whether you are looking for an action-packed adventure or a more leisurely holiday, Highview Apartments is a fantastic base for your Queenstown holiday. Earning its name from its unrivalled views looking out high from Thompson Street, it’s a striking location. Imagine waking to views of rugged snow-capped mountains rimming the pristine waters of […]
The case for doing nothing
Out of our ‘the busier the better’ bustling world arises a welcome rebellion that is switching off phones, brains and the eternal to-do list. “I’ve done nothing today” is often a statement of shame-ridden guilt. However, that very nothingness can be a productive, even lucrative, something. It’s just in disguise. A new movement […]
South Island Summer Escape
Looking for a break away with plenty to see and do this summer? Then explore the South Island where you’ll find majestic landscapes, golden beaches, loads of interesting activities, and fabulous food and wine. For the ultimate summer experience, the Nelson Tasman region will blow you away with its natural beauty and range […]