After his visit to Sydney and Melbourne, Mr Gineston hand to present the Hotel Nord et Est Paris in Auckland, New Zealand.
We wanted to share with you our visit to the lovely town …
Auckland is New Zealand’s biggest city and its economic powerhouse. Stretching from the wild, expansive west coast and the Tasman Sea, to the white sand beaches of the Pacific Ocean in the east, the Auckland region is a marine playground, a gateway to other parts of New Zealand, and a centre for commerce, entertainment and education.
Māori were the first sailors to settle here close to 1,000 years ago. In 1840, British colonial settlement saw Auckland chosen as New Zealand’s first capital.
The city of Auckland is based on a narrow strip of land between the Waitemata and Manukau Harbours, surrounded by hilly ranges and dormant volcano cones. Just off shore lie Waiheke and Rangitoto Islands; two of New Zealand’s top getaway destinations, just a short ferry ride from the city.
Nowadays, home to 1.4 million people from over 100 ethnicities, and from all corners of the world, Auckland is the largest and fastest growing region in New Zealand. It’s a melting pot of European, South Pacific and Asian cultures with a strong indigenous Māori heritage. This diversity offers a rich cultural and gastronomic experience.
Auckland’s islands, bush and harbours are set against the backdrop of a modern city environment providing a platform for a lifestyle that sees Auckland ranked as the fifth best city in the world for quality of life.
The best place to enjoy stunning views of the city is the 328-metre Sky Tower, the tallest building in the Southern Hemisphere. Admire the view from the observation deck or restaurants; take a walk around the perimeter or for the truly daring – bungee jump for a 192-metre thrill!
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