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It can if that store is Giapo on Queen St.

Ask the 1700 people following @giapo on twitter or the nearly 4000 fans on face book if going to Giapo is an experience that is great enough to be called an event and I am sure you will get a resounding yes.

I experienced Giapo for the first time yesterday and lets just say I had to go back a second time in the same day. What a place, the vibe is incredible, the Gelato and Sorbets are fantastic…actually lets say amazing instead.

I tried three yesterday, a heavenly dark chocolate Sorbet that has no dairy in it. If you like chocolate you will love this. It is rich and absolutely devine if you are a chocoholic.

I also had the organic Macadamia which I thought was nothing short of spectacular and even though I am a chocoholic I felt this was my favorite.

Gianpaolo said “my friend you must try this”  which was the Hazelnut and that too was just gorgeous.

My story does not stop there though, yes the sorbets and Gelato’s are delicious and yes they are made from fantastic organic ingredients and yes there are no artificial additives in Gianpaolos ice creams however Gianpaolo and his team are what make going to @giapo an experience worthy enough to call an event.

When you are in the store you can take a video of your self and post it to you tube, soon you will be able to do this to Face book, the store is bright and shiny and everybody is happy. It is a fantastic place to hang out and watch Auckland go by while having a great time nibbling away on your favorite sorbet.

Containing a vast collection of exotic and rare animals, including giraffe, lions, zebras, and the ever so famous kiwi.

Location: Motions Road, Western Springs. Ph: (09) 360 3800

Rising 328 metres above the Auckland skyline, the Auckland Sky Tower is truely a landmark icon and a must attraction for all visitors to Auckland.

Location: Corner of Victoria and Federal St, Auckland Central. Ph: (09) 363 6000.

Vic Park Market as the locals like to call it has shops and market stalls which offer anything from handicrafts, fashion to artwork, and everything else in between. A number of good restaurants and eating places are located onsite, and the market is just 15 minutes walk from the central business area.

Location: Victoria Street West, Auckland Central

Located in the One Tree Hill domain, Stardome is open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings.

Location: One Tree Hill Domain, Manukau Rd, Epsom. Ph: (09) 624 1246

Welcome to Auckland, New Zealands largest city.

Whether you’re a local or a visitor to Auckland, please take a moment to learn about the exciting activities this great city has to offer.

From up and coming events to places to see, accommodation and dining, you will find it all here at arc.co.nz.

If you would like to add a bit of flavor to our website let us know, we are happy to add and tweak this as we go along.

If you know of a something great about Auckland that we have not added here, let us know. We Love Auckland and all it has to offer so help us out as we let the world know about our great city.

For those who don’t know Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city, with a resident population of 1.3 million people.

We have the Pacific ocean on one side and Tasman sea on the other, Auckland contains a huge amount of diversity with serene natural beauty, including three harbours, numerous volcanic sites, scenic mountain ranges, more than fifty islands and of course the city itself.

There are attractions suitable for all ages and travelers, and you can be assured that there is always plenty to see and do in Auckland.

If you are visiting Auckland for a few days or a few months you will find plenty of accommodation ranging from motels, hotels, Bed & Breakfasts and apartments of long or short stay all available with pricing to match all budgets. Auckland has options to suit both luxury and budget travelers.

And this from the official Auckland Website

Auckland’s waterside location has fostered the locals’ love affair with the sea, earning this place the nickname “City of Sails”.

Auckland sprawls over a narrow isthmus between the sparkling waters of the Waitemata and Manukau Harbours. A cloak of rainforest covers the surrounding hills, dozens of dormant volcanic cones dot the landscape and enchanting holiday islands are scattered throughout the vast Hauraki Gulf. Two of the best island getaways are Waiheke Island and Great Barrier Island

Auckland’s heart beats to a Polynesian rhythm, its people a melting pot of European, South Pacific and Asian cultures and a strong indigenous Maori heritage. This diversity brings with it an abundance of unique dining and shopping experiences.

Auckland’s temperate climate, easy access to the coast and variety of activities earn the city consistent top five rankings in international lifestyle surveys. Discover for yourself why it is one of New Zealand’s best destinations.