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It’s time for you to get spring ready! Do you have a bike trail planned? Is it time to dust down your old bike? Or does your bike need some TLC? Now is the best time to give your bike a professional service and get all of your bike and cycle equipment ready for the warmer seasons ahead. For the month of August only, Around Again Cycles is offering their Silver Service (worth $99) for the price of Bronze Service. Follow them on Facebook for exclusive offers. aroundagaincycles.co.nz

Winter is the perfect time to start getting your summer body ready! If you have noticed some pockets of fat that aren’t shifting with diet and exercise – don’t panic! The Skin Rejuvenation Clinic has cutting-edge body-sculpting technology Cooltech™ that will help you to “shape and contour” your body using fat freezing technology. It is not a weight loss programme but helps to reduce targeted areas such as tummies, back fat, saddlebags, and even double chins! skinrejuvenationclinic.co.nz

Connect uniquely with nature by joining an exceptional experience which will literally whet your appetite for adventure! Swimming with dusky dolphins is the perfect adrenalin challenge to tick off the bucket list in the weeks ahead. If you are not a water baby, stay on board and watch the action from the boat. Kaikōura is the ideal location to encounter dusky dolphins and a raft of other magnificent marine life. Check it out! dolphinencounter.co.nz

Overlooking Akaroa Harbour is Big Sky, a hosted farm-stay. This is luxury glamping, with a three-course BBQ dinner and cooked breakfast. Guest comments include: “This is an exceptional stay,” “Escape and feel spoilt and relaxed,” “The food is top-notch, restaurant quality!” and “A beautiful, stylish and comfortable yurt.” Big Sky is open late October to mid-April. Mention Avenues to receive a special discount and contact hello@bigskynz.co.nz to book. Celebrate your special occasion. bigskynz.co.nz

When it comes to an unforgettable Queenstown experience, Alpine Luxury Tours has the best of the region covered. With exclusive access to some of the most stunning vistas and bespoke activities on offer, the team’s unique perspective and inside knowledge offer an opportunity to see and do things that locals don’t even know about. And even if others did manage to find out about these hidden gems, chances are that they wouldn’t be able to access them anyway. alpineluxurytours.co.nz

Everyone deserves to make a statement, and every piece from Marc Bendall can be as unique and individual as the wearer. Specialists in bespoke rings, clients’ own materials and stones can be used to create an iconic heirloom. Also, in-store is the MB designer collection range of rings and jewellery, crafted to the highest standards by Marc, who has been perfecting his art for the past 40 years. Marc Bendall has relocated to a Studio in Sumner! Phone 384 5156.

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With biodegradable packaging and plant-based and crueltyfree products, you might think that this salon is too focused on the big picture to notice your specific needs. On the contrary, intentionality saturates Earth Organic Hairdressing. When you arrive, your stylist will discuss your unique hair needs and find natural and organic solutions just for you. The same stylist will guide you through to the finished result, no rush, no surprises, just a naturally beautiful you. earthorganichairdressing.co.nz

Travellers this winter need swimwear they love. The Fitting Room has a range of swimwear from well-known Australian brands Seafolly, Jets, and Jantzen, to cup-sized speciality brands such as Freya (pictured), Fantasie, and Elomi, and chlorine-resistant styles from Zoggs and Poolproof. New instore is plus-size Australian brand Artesands. Manufacturers are increasingly conscious of sustainability, and many brands are now made from recycled fabric. Book a fitting online. thefittingroom.co.nz

As a part of Fiji’s largest playground the Sheraton Denarau

Villas is perfect for families or small groups. Stay in one and choose to play in any of the resort’s facilities. Take a swim in Sheraton Denarau Villas is perfect for families, friends and larger holiday groups with our spacious villas, private terraces and fully our lagoon style swimming pool or infinity pool overlooking the picturesque Nadi Bay. Wet Edge has a swim-up bar and restaurant that offers you delicious light lunch or casual dinner equipped kitchens. With sister hotel Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort option on the deck. right next door, the resort is an extension of the largest and newest playground in Fiji. For reservations call +679.675.999 or 679.910.3900 or visit Marriott.com/NANDS Villa guests can enjoy all the benefits of Fiji’s only integrated 5-star Email: reservations.denarauvillas@sheraton.com resort complex, which includes several restaurants, four swimming pools and recreational facilities for all ages.

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