A holiday in Auckland is truly a dream getaway with the city offering excellent accommodation options, sightseeing, restaurants, events, and great nightlife. Auckland's cosmopolitan city centre is complemented by great escapes - to vineyards, forests, islands and beaches - within half an hour of downtown. Auckland's waterside location has fostered the locals' love affair with the sea, earning this place the nickname "City of Sails". There is plenty to do here; hire skates in Okahu Bay or take a scenic skate along Tamaki Drive. If you want to get a taste of Auckland life and New Zealand culture, come and discover the Aotea Square Market. Auckland is home to some of the country's oldest established vineyards and is well known for its chardonnay, merlot and cabernet sauvignon wines. For those looking to indulge on lodging, can check out the Hyatt Regency Auckland, which offers views of the habour and parks, a nice spa and a pool.