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For Fun, Relaxation and Pampering
New Zealand has taken an
opportunity to promote its local
culture in the airport terminals.
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heritage. In addition to various works
of art—the Lord of the Rings statues
are especially popular—AKL also has
a popular youth art program that
highlights work of young artists
throughout the terminal.
One of the most unique features at
AKL is the Te Manukanuka o Hotrod
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Maori community facility is the
cultural heart of the international
airport. It is open to visitors who
want to learn about the Maori culture
and features intricate carvings and
woven panels. It is also routinely used
as a gathering place for those
arriving to grieve a lost family
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Pearce Drive and is also accessible
by taxi or bus.
The Auckland Airport Outdoor
Gallery opened recently in the
Esplanade located on George Bolt
Memorial Drive, just a few minutes
from the airport terminals. The
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lined path around the airport that
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New Zealand artists. The paths are
also a great way to enjoy the native
plants and the birds.
If you prefer to stay inside the
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head to the Lookout Lounge
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of the international terminal. There,
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aviation pioneer Jean Batten and her
historic Percival Gull, along with
great views of the planes on the
air
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extended stay at AKL, there are two
options for staying close by. While
there are no beds inside the terminal,
there are two nearby options. The
closest is the Novotel Auckland
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adjacent to the international
terminal. There are rooms and suites
as well as a restaurant, bar and gym.
If you need to sleep during the day
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6am to 6pm
In addition to the Novotel, there is
also an ibis budget hotel located
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international terminal. This budget
off rin ha
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which might be an alternative for
longer layovers that don’t involve
an overnight stay.
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ith a on r
layover, you might want to take your
luggage to a secure luggage storage
so you don’t have to worry about
your bags. There are several Smarte
Carte counters, all available from
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storage services. If you want to do
some refreshing but don’t have time
for a hotel stay, the international
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same level with the VIP lounges.
Vending machines provide toiletries,
towels and small sizes of travel
products.
If you want more information about
hotel bookings, transportation or
activities in Auckland, be sure to stop
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the international terminal.
Auckland Airport has major plans
for expanding its airport, which
they estimate will see an additional
10 million passengers a year within
a decade. As they begin expanding
the airport, be sure to check online
for updates before you travel. When
you land at AKL, be sure to look for
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greet each incoming international
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welcome to the amazingly friendly
land of the kiwis.
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