GrabOne Deals

From $69 for an Eye Exam, Frames & Single Vision Lenses – Basic, Designer or High-End Designer Frame Options (value up to $657)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Step into a world of clear vision.
Save up to 79% when you grab an eye exam, basic frame, and lenses from Spex for Less for just $69.
Receive expert advice on picking the right pair of designer frames for you.
Undertake a thorough eye exam to check on the health of your eyes.
Selected designer brands include John Varvatos, CK, Jill Sander, Etnia, Converse, Gant, Marchon, La Coste, Nautica and Joop.
Selected basic brands include Monde, Candice B, Jon Lee, Everest and Unico.
Selected high-end brands include Jono Hennessey and William Morris.

Living with short-sightedness sometimes makes it seem as though you're looking up at the world from the bottom of the ocean – everything is out of focus, and the faces of loved ones become obscured behind a wavy blur.

Well, we think it's time for you to get out of the ocean and step into a world of clear vision. And you can do just that when you grab one of the following deals from Spex for Less:

Pay $69 for an eye exam, and basic frames and lenses
Pay $99 for an eye exam, and designer frames and lenses
Pay $199 for an eye exam, and high-end frames and lenses

Spex for Less is an independent optometrist, conveniently located in Auckland's CBD. The experienced, friendly team will give you a thorough eye exam to check on the health of your eyes. This includes a clinical history, computerised reading of your eyesight and measuring of your vision. Then they'll help you to choose the perfect pair of frames to suit your face shape and lifestyle. They have a range of basic, designer and high-end options to choose from: John Varvatos, CK, Jill Sander, Etnia, Converse, Gant, Marchon, La Coste, Nautica, Joop, Jono Hennessey, William Morris, Monde, Candice B, Jon Lee, Everest and Unico. Their stock prescription is +4.00 to -3.00 sphere and -0.25 to -2.00 cylinder.

$50 for a $100 Food & Beverage Voucher (value $100)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Take a night off cooking and have an Italian feast instead!
Grab a $100 food & beverage voucher to spend at Caffe e Cucina for only $50.
Savour the perfection of pizza cooked in a flash red Pavasi wood-fire oven.
Peruse the delicious, award winning menu full of fine, authentic Italian fare.

If your idea of cooking Italian consists of boiling up pasta and then flinging it at the ceiling to check if it's al dente, stop right there before your house resembles the macaroni collage constructed by a preschooler.

Grab yourself a $100 food & beverage voucher to spend at Caffe e Cucina for only $50 and taste Italian food so authentic it almost comes with its own hand gestures.

If you have an appreciation for the finer things, you'll love the food at Caffe e Cucina – it's infused with a rustic, heart-felt essence: the respect shown for fresh ingredients, the careful preservation of ancient recipes, the passionate spirit and genuine belief in Italian food. This is an award-winning establishment that stands in a class of its own. Caffe e Cucina is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week, so you can enjoy top quality Italian cuisine anytime. Try terracotta baked eggs in Napoli sauce or a delicious dish of chicken breast served with prosciutto, bocconcini and sage on truffle-infused mash. Savour the perfection of a Gorgonzola or pescatore pizza, or maybe a fresh plate of gnocchi with roast lamb.

$29 for a $70 or $59 for a $130 Online Voucher (value up to $130)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Step into character from the comfort of your own home.
Grab a $70 voucher for only $29 or for the more adventurous grab a $130 voucher for only $59, from Erox online store.
Large range of novelties, toys and lingerie.
Handy online store, with items sent out in discreet packing.

Walking into an adult store can be a bit like an acting audition. That's not to be taken in a dodgy sense but rather an interesting observation of how different scenarios play out. You may have the chorus of gigglers, the confident alpha male, the sheepish couple and the quiet guy that everyone just avoids.

No acting experience necessary for this one, just jump right into the role when you grab a $70 voucher for only $29 or for the more adventurous grab a $130 voucher for only $59, from Erox online store.

Erox is couple-friendly and enables everyone to add a little fun to their nocturnal activities. They have a great range of toys, as well as DVDs and clothing. These guys are here to make the experience as easy as possible through the use of their online store. They also provide discreet packaging, so your neighbours don't need to know what you get up to. So spice up your bedroom antics and try something new today.

$39 for a 60-Minute Deep Tissue Massage, or $49 for a 75-Minute Deep Tissue Massage (value up to $130)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Get lost in a moment of tranquility.
Grab a 60-minute deep tissue massage for $39, or a 75-minute deep tissue massage for $49 from Organic Skin and Body.
Let one of their experienced massage therapists soothe your aches and pains using luxurious organic products.
Restore flexibility and release built-up muscle tension.

Tension and stress are not something to be ignored – look what happens to the Hulk when he gets angry. Take a break and treat your body before you flip your desk.

Grab a 60-minute deep tissue massage for $39, or a 75-minute deep tissue massage for $49 from Organic Skin and Body.

Using the finest products, Organic Skin and Body allow their clients to truly escape for an hour or two of bliss. Providing a range of services from massages to slimming treatments, their wonderful staff will take great care of you. You'll enjoy a one-hour deep tissue massage that'll use slow strokes and deep pressure to offer relief from muscle tension.

$89 for a Dental Exam, Two X-Rays & Professional Clean - Eight Locations (value $190)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Trust the health of your teeth to the winners of the 2013 Westpac Auckland Central Business Award - 'Excellence in Retail' and the 2013 Westpac Auckland Central Business Award - 'Excellence in Business Leadership'
Grab a dental exam, two x-rays and a professional clean at Smile Dental for $89.
Pay a visit whether you're an existing or new patient - they'll make it even easier to love your smile.
Choose from eight handy locations including Albany, Somerville, Avondale, Sylvia Park, Henderson, Papakura, Manukau and Ranui
Receive a further 10% discount off any treatment required within a month of your initial appointment.

When was the last time you saw a dentist? It's probably time to schedule that check-up to make sure those nagging little dental problems don't turn into big, expensive ones. Today's Smile Dental deal gives you the chance to get your dental health on track with some professional insight and expert care from the team at Smile Dental.

Pay $89 for a dental exam, two x-rays and a professional clean at Smile Dental and choose from seven Auckland locations including; Albany, Somerville, Avondale, Sylvia Park, Henderson, Papakura, Manukau and Ranui. You'll also receive a further 10% discount off any treatment required within a month of your initial appointment.

Smile Dental are proud winners of the 2013 Westpac Auckland Central Business Award - 'Excellence in Retail' and the 2013 Westpac Auckland Central Business Award - 'Excellence in Business Leadership" - won by Dr Jacky. Their team includes a great group of experienced professionals with the highest qualifications under their belts. Offering a wide range of services across all their Auckland locations including implants, crowns, dentures and root canal treatments, your teeth will be given the very best treatment.

This deal will get you a full dental exam, two x-rays and a professional clean. You'll be able to learn about the current state of your teeth and whether or not further treatments are needed. Their friendly and knowledgeable team will make you feel perfectly comfortable as they use the very best equipment, materials and technology to ensure the health of your teeth. Click the buy button now to see the master dentists at a location close to you.

$35 for a Shellac™ or Gelish Manicure, $45 for a Pedicure, or $65 for Both (value up to $130)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Enjoy the ultimate pamper session.
Grab a Shellac™ or Gelish manicure or pedicure with a mandarin and Vitamin C-infused hand treatment from just $35 at Hair and Bodybliss Mt Eden.
Pay $35 for the manicure, $45 for the pedicure, or pay just $65 for both.
Experience the revitalising effects of this treatment.
Official suppliers of Shellac™ special additives and effects - pay an extra $10 per area/$1 per finger for effects such as glittering, foiling, colour powder and more.
Show off stunning nails that'll glam up any outfit you wear.

With their vibrant colour and resilient skin, mandarins have been trying to tell us something since the first one was plucked from a tree (hint: it's not "eat me!"). Grab today's deal and you'll finally understand why these revitalising fruits are always trying to get stuck underneath our nails.

Pay $35 for a Shellac™ or Gelish manicure or $45 for the pedicure, with a mandarin- and Vitamin C-infused treatment, at Hair and Bodybliss Mt Eden. Or pay just $65 for both.

Let Hair and Bodybliss show you how this unique treatment can leave your hands, feet and nails looking beautiful and natural. With a team of trained professionals and a blissful atmosphere, their salon is the perfect oasis to relax and rejuvenate in. Your hands or feet (or both) will be treated with a mandarin-infused exfoliant to make your skin soft and supple, followed by a hydrating Italian mandarin moisturiser. You'll then be treated to a Shellac™ or Gelish mani or pedi (or both) where your nails will be be shaped, buffed and polished with your choice of long-lasting colour. Allow the highly experienced team at Hair and Bodybliss to take care of you while you enjoy being a lady of leisure for an hour.

Note: if this is a present, bring in your GrabOne coupon and they'll trade it in for a beautiful Gift Voucher.

$25 for a $100 Online Jewellery Voucher

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Just ask for Christmas gift inspiration.
Grab a $100 online voucher for Just Ask Jewellery for $25.
Find the perfect piece no matter your taste or budget.
Browse their huge range of wedding bands, engagement rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces.

Not everyone is blessed with the ability to instantly come up with the perfect Christmas gift for each of their nearest and dearest. If you're stuck for ideas and don't know where to start......just ask.

Grab a $100 online voucher for Just Ask Jewellery for $25.

No matter what the occasion and no matter what your taste or budget, Just Ask Jewellery, has the piece you're looking for to give as a special gift, or just to enjoy yourself. Visit them online and browse their huge range. Wedding bands, engagement rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces. White gold, yellow gold, platinum and sterling silver. Diamonds, pearls and crystals. It's all here.....just ask.

$70 for a One-Hour Summer Radiance Beauty Treatment incl. Back, Neck, Shoulder & Head Massage, Brightening Facial & Invigorating Back Scrub (value $155)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Pamper your soul, not just your body, this Christmas or give away as the perfect gift.
Grab a one-hour summer radiance beauty treatment including back, neck, shoulder and head massage, brightening facial and invigorating back scrub for $70 at SkinDeep Face and Body Studio.
Enjoy this line-up of relaxing treatments that will make you look and feel gorgeous.
Tackle those neglected areas and feel better than ever.

Sun is good for the mind and body but you really can't beat a luxurious series of treatments all lined up in one perfect little row. Tick them all off as you sink further and further into serenity.

Grab a one-hour summer radiance beauty treatment including back, neck, shoulder and head massage, brightening facial and invigorating back scrub for $70 at SkinDeep Face and Body Studio — the perfect Xmas present for the one you love!

Based in the beautiful Browns Bay for nearly two decades, SkinDeep Face and Body Studio offers a peaceful and relaxing escape for the body, mind and soul. Take some time out to enjoy their luxurious treatments performed by a team of skilled and experienced beauty hterapists. You'll enjoy a relaxing massage, facial and then to finish it all off, a truly divine back scrub.

$49 for a Classic Facial, Diamond Dermabrasion & Vitamin Infused Mask (value $164)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Take advantage of this special Xmas price just for you!
Grab a classic facial, diamond dermabrasion and a vitamin infused mask from The Eye and Face Institute for just $49.
Let the experts welcome you into their warm, friendly salon.
Treat your skin to some well deserved TLC today.

Us Kiwis love the outdoors, we go tramping through the wilderness, camp on the beach and jump off the highest points in the country. We wouldn't be Kiwis if we didn't. It's all great fun and we wouldn't swap it for the world, but sometimes looking in the mirror can reveal dry weary skin. Why not mix things up a little and get pampered like an Italian beauty queen?

GrabOne might not be able to provide all the luxuries an Italian princess enjoys, but we can certainly offer a deal that'll put you one step closer, all courtesy of The Eye and Face Institute. Pay just $49 for a classic facial, diamond dermabrasion and vitamin infused mask, normally valued at $164.

The Eye and Face Institute prides itself on being a warming, friendly, relaxing environment. Today you have the opportunity to indulge in a classic facial to rejuvenate and pamper your skin. It uses steam, papaya and lemon enzymes, a relaxing massage and a customised hydration mask. The diamond dermabrasion relies on suction combined with diamond tips to exfoliate. It instantly revives complexion, improves acne, treats stretch marks and gives you a healthy glow. What's more, the vitamin infused mask will pour moisture back into your weary skin and will leave you feeling refreshed. Snap up this fab deal today and treat your skin to some much needed TLC.

$30 for a $60 Christmas Beauty Gift Voucher Towards Any Salon Services @ Hairmony Beauty, Mt Roskill & Receive 30% off Joyce Blok Products

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Give a gift that will be accepted with pure happiness.
Grab a Christmas beauty gift voucher towards any salon services at Hairmony Beauty, Mt Roskill and also receive 30% off Joyce Blok products.
Make yourself at home and let the pampering begin.
Choose from a huge range of gorgeous treatments to lift your look this summer.
Give this voucher as a gift to a friend to show them how much you care.

No words are needed, simply grab a Christmas beauty gift voucher towards any salon services at Hairmony Beauty, Mt Roskill and also receive 30% off Joyce Blok products.

What better thing to give to a loved one than the gift of pampering? With the choice of many gorgeous treatments they can indulge in whatever the heart desires. Perhaps they are after a professional nail finish, a cheeky eyelash tint or a whole new look for their hair — they will find it all here at Hairmony Beauty. The lovely stylists here ensure that all their clients feel welcomed and right at home from the moment they walk in. A visit to this leading salon delivers an experience of charm, comfort and professionalism.

$79 for Wine Tastings at Two Vineyards & Cheese Platter at Westbrook Winery

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Learn all there is to know about the subtleties behind the varieties of wine.
Pay $79 for wine tastings at two vineyards and a cheese platter for one person or $158 for two people from Barry's wine tours.
Sample 12 of the most exquisite wines.
Visit two wonderful wineries - Soljan's Estate and Westbrook Winery.

Winter is a time for sipping hot chocolate by the fireplace while summer is the season for wine and being merry.

Pay $79 for wine tastings at two vineyards and a cheese platter for one person or $158 for two people from Barry's wine tours.

The fun begins as Barry picks up passengers from one pick up point (anywhere along route shown on Barry's wine tours site). The first stop is Soljan's Estate Winery where Barry will provide you with a vineyard walk and talk. Here you get to enjoy a wine tasting (approximately six or seven wines) at the cellars to loosen the tongue. You will then receive expert advice on styles and varieties tasted. You'll then head off to Westbrook Winery for further wine tastings. Boasting an outdoor over-sized chess board and petanque pitch if you wish to stay for a bottle of wine (not included) you're guaranteed to have a ball. Along the way, you'll also get to experience the perfect complement to wine – a cheese platter.

Dates of tour are as follows: January 3, 4, 5, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 23, 25 and 31. February 1, 2, 7, 8 and 9.

$200 for a Full-Day Marlin Fishing Trip incl. Rod & Gear or $800 to Take Out the Whole Boat for up to Five People (value up to $2,000)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Find the fish of your dreams on a full-day marlin fishing trip.
Grab a full day Marlin Fishing Trip, including rod and gear for $200 or take out the whole boat with up to five people for just $800 from Dreamcatcher Sportfishing Charters.
Fish using superbly high quality game gear – everything you could need is included – rods, lures, teasers, livebaits and gamechair.
Nab a full day fishing for yourself or book out the boat for a full day and bring four of your mates.
Be taken to all the optimum fishing spots by the Dreamcatcher Sportfishing Charters’ secret weapon – John.
Enjoy an exciting and adrenaline filled day out of Opua in the Bay of Islands.

Dangling a rod off the end of a jetty with a limp worm attached to a rusty hook lacks the excitement and thrill you’d imagined. Ditch the biscuits and flask of tea and hold onto your seat belts because these chaps are going to rock your world...

Grab a full day Marlin Fishing Trip, including rod and gear for $200 or take out the whole boat with up to five people for just $800 from Dreamcatcher Sportfishing Charters.

Strictly limited from 15th February to 31st March, 2014.

Dreamcatcher Sportfishing Charters have everything you need for an action packed day of marlin fishing – 28ft Rayglass boat, game chair, outriggers, high quality game fishing gear and John. John has been hunting marlin since he was the tender age of eight where he lived in Brazil. Every year he has the uncanny ability to find these elusive fish and will advise and aid you and your team in luring and catching these deep sea beasts. Whether you grab a full day pass for yourself or hire out the whole boat for your mates, you’ll get the chance to pull Big lures, Big teasers and Big Livebaits to catch the Marlin of a lifetime.

$99 for a Half Head of Foils or a Colour Retouch incl. Conditioning Hair Treatment, Style Cut, & Blow Wave (value up to $276)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Update your look for the summer season.
Grab half head of foils or colour retouch including conditioning hair treatment finished with a style cut, and blow wave for $99 from Charmaine Pitman Hairdresser Ponsonby.
Enjoy a hair cut from an experienced and friendly hair beautician.
With 18 years of experience under her belt, you are in good hands.

With summer already upon us you're going to want to tidy up those split ends and touch up that regrowth. Ensure you're the belle of the ball no matter where you go with this GrabOne offer.

Grab half head of foils or colour retouch including conditioning hair treatment finished with a style cut, and blow wave for $99 from Charmaine Pitman Hairdresser Ponsonby.

With 18 years of experience under her belt Charmaine is the go-to person when you want to get your hair shimmering and full of life. You'll enjoy a half head of foils or colour retouch to breath new life into your locks. Combined with a luxurious conditioning treatment, your hair will feel and look like a dream. Opt for a cute short do' or keep your locks long with a simple trim. You'll walk out with killer confidence and a new look that'll turn heads this summer.

$29 for a Brazilian, $39 for a Brazilian & Eyebrow Tidy or $45 for Brazilian & Half-Leg Wax (value up to $90)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Take the smooth with the smooth.
Grab a hair removal treatment from Organic Skin and Body from just $29.
Visit this quiet Kohimarama salon and you can even head straight for the beach afterwards.

We're told we have to take the rough with the smooth. But then, we're told to turn the other cheek, slow down for an amber light, and to give up our seat on the bus for our elders, and we don't do any of that either.

Ensure you take only the smooth and leave the rough behind with a hair removal treatment from Organic Skin and Body from just $29:

$29 for a Brazilian
$39 for a Brazilian and eyebrow tidy
$45 for a Brazilian and half-leg wax

Organic Skin and Body allows their clients to truly escape for an hour or two of bliss. Providing a range of services from massages to slimming treatments, their wonderful staff will treat you like a star. Relax and unwind with a pamper package designed to transform you from the outside in.

From $75 for a Colon Health Treatment Package (value up to $310)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Break free of the heaviness of a clogged or constipated bowel.
Grab a double-session colon health treatment package for $145 or get a single-session for $75 from Colonic Health Clinic.
Enjoy absolute privacy in this state-of-the-art clinic.
Choose from two packages that include a host of extras, including teachings on improving your diet and overall well-being.
Stop living with the discomfort and take steps to rectify the problem.

Living with a clogged bowel is akin to being constrained by a ball and chain. But instead of having the heavy weight attached to your ankle, you have it stifling you from the inside. Well, we think the time has come to break free of this heaviness once and for all.

Grab a double-session colon health treatment package for $145 or a single-session package for $75 from Colonic Health Clinic.

Once you walk into Colonic Health Clinic, you'll immediately feel comfortable. They place great emphasis on ensuring that every visitor enjoys absolute privacy during the entire treatment process. Your treatment will be conducted with the latest FDA-approved equipment, and a qualified I-ACT professional therapist is always present to ensure maximum safety. There's really no point in living with unnatural heaviness any longer – with the help of one of the following packages, you can get the freedom that your body desires.

Two-session package for $145

When you grab this package, you'll be entitled two visits to the clinic. Your first visit will include:

an overview on how to manage your bowel and digestive system;
an additional teaching session, which will focus on weight management and improving your health and well-being; and
your first 60-minute colonic hydrotherapy bowel and body cleansing session itself.

After this initial visit, your body will feel naturally lighter and you'll be equipped with priceless knowledge on how to improve your well-being. The best part is that this package deal doesn't end here. After this, you'll be able to book a return to the clinic at a later stage to receive:

a further teaching session on how to improve your diet, so that you can manage your weight more effectively; and
you'll then be given helpful advice on how to improve your overall sense of wellness, increase your longevity and learn about preventative healthcare through completely natural means;
lastly, you'll receive your second 60-minute colonic hydrotherapy bowel and body cleansing session.

Single-session package

If your budget can only stretch to a single-session treatment then this second option may be perfect for you. With this option, you'll only have to pop in for a single session that'll include:

an overview on how to manage your bowel and digestive system;
a teaching session that focusses on weight management and improving one's health and well-being; and
one 60-minute colonic hydrotherapy bowel and body cleansing session.

$20 for a Child's Surf Lesson, $35 for an Adult or $60 for a One-on-One Surf Lesson (value up to $120)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Experience one of the fastest growing sports in the world.
Grab a two-hour surf lesson with Pacific Surfari, presented by Quiksilver Roxy Surf School for just $20 for a child, $35 for an adult or get a one-on-one lesson for $60.
Benefit from expert tuition and experienced instructors.
Your surf lesson includes all equipment and wetsuit hire.
The perfect gift idea for aspiring surfers.

Don't be left high and dry this summer. Get off the sand, into the water and learn to hang 10 out amongst the waves.

Come on a surfari with the Quiksilver Roxy Surf School and grab a two-hour surf lesson for a child for just $20 or an adult for $35 or grab a one-on-one two hour lesson for $60. Give it a go yourself, or this would make a truly original gift idea for Christmas.

Pacific Surfari is an established Quiksilver and Roxy Surf School based at beautiful Omaha Beach less than 50 mins drive North of the Auckland Harbour Bridge and they're the perfect people to introduce to this exhilarating, challenging, fun-filled and rewarding sport. Your instructor, Doug Young, has over 16 years' experience of international and national level coaching, combined with his big wave experience, he shares his 25 plus years of quality surfing knowledge with those who are keen to GO SURFING.

The two hour lesson covers all the basic principles and techniques you need, including ocean awareness and beach safety before moving onto the really fun stuff - like how to catch that wave and, most importantly, how to get up and stay up. Click here to see a video of some surfari action.

$8 for a Bag of 40 Chupa Chups in Various Flavours

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Enjoy a treat that's been around for years.
Grab a bag of 40 Chupa Chups for just $8, two bags for $16, three bags for $24 or eight bags for $64 from BoodlesBuys.co.nz.
Lick away on four delicious flavours.
Ideal for sweet treats.

1958 was the year of great things. The first successful USA satellite was launched into orbit, instant noodles went on sale, and the mighty Chupa Chup was created. Many years later it's still the best lollipop around. Grab a bag of 40 Chupa Chups for $8, two bags for $16, three bags for $24, or eight bags for $64 from BoodlesBuys.

Details:

Flavours: strawberry cream, cola, strawberry, orange
Contains: 40 Chupa Chup lollipops

Please note: No rural deliveries. To see if your address is classed as rural, click here.

From $60 for an Auckland Harbour Jet Ski Hire incl. a Voucher to Use Towards Follow-Up Rides (value up to $180)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

See Auckland from an exhilarating perspective.
Get up to 36% off when you grab a jet ski hire with Jet Ski Hire Auckland.
Get a voucher which can be used towards follow-up rides.
Take a thrilling ride that's suitable for people of all abilities.
Treat your dad to a Father's Day spent on the water.

If the walking approach to exploring Auckland results in you having to communicate in between bored yawns, then perhaps the jet ski approach is better suited to your preferences.

Enjoy an exhilarating adventure in the City of Sails when you grab one of the following deals from Jet Ski Auckland:

Pay just $60 for a 30-minute jet ski hire and a $20 voucher
Pay just $90 for a 45-minute jet ski hire and a $30 voucher
Pay just $120 for a one-hour jet ski hire and a $40 voucher

Each jet ski can carry up to two riders.

With no compulsory circuit and no boring circling, Jet Ski Auckland offers pure adrenaline-pumping action. You'll be able to wave ride, carve, do doughnuts, pull sharp turns and even attempt fish tails during an unforgettable experience that'll leave your heart racing and your face smiling.

With access to over four square kilometres of open ocean, you'll have the freedom to go in any direction you want to. The best part is that it's all individual based, so you can go at a speed that you're comfortable with.

Jet Ski Auckland take safety very seriously. They will provide you with all of necessary safety equipment, and they have a rescue jet ski to help out in the unlikely event of an emergency. If you're looking for the an adrenaline-filled day on the water, then this is the deal for you.

$58 for the Spring & Summer Auckland Harbour Cruise Aboard The Haparanda Luxury Schooner (value $130)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Make the most of the warm weather onboard one of Auckland's most sought after cruising yachts.
Grab a spring and summer special ultimate Auckland harbour cruise on the Haparanda luxury schooner for only $58 with Haparanda Classic Yachts.
Spend two hours cruising the beautiful Auckland harbour on Saturday or Sunday.
Bean bags, rugs, and jackets all provided on deck for your comfort.
Don't miss one of Auckland's most popular excursions.
Refreshments and cocktails are available at the cash bar on board.
Every booking of four adults or more receives a free bottle of wine to be enjoyed on board.

In New Zealand we're pretty used to getting hit by weather bombs and cyclones, but for once we've been hit with an abnormally warm spring, which has led into what's shaping up to be an awesome summer. Make the most of it with this 'spring and summer' cruise.

Grab a spring and summer special ultimate Auckland harbour cruise on the Haparanda luxury schooner for only $58 with Haparanda Classic Yachts.

Board the 70-foot classic schooner Haparanda and take in the beauty and diversity of the Waitemata Harbour from a whole new perspective – and immersed in luxury. Sail to Bean Rock and take in the views of Rangitoto Island, Northern bays and Cityscape. A cash bar is also available for refreshments during your afternoon sail.

The luxury schooner is complete with a spacious open-plan main saloon and a huge deck area, as well as a luxurious and elegant interior crafted in beautiful teak and leather, and enter a whole other world just moments from your doorstep. Haparanda is the perfect sunset cruise option—and at today's price—for less.

Sailings are most Saturday and Sunday's weather dependent - 2.30pm to 4.30pm.

Up to 88% off Blackout, Light Filter, or Sunscreen Fabric Roller Blinds or $495 for a Retractable Awning (value up to $4,450)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

As amazing as the sun is, we all want a little protection from it—especially when we are in the comfort of our own home.
Grab blackout, light filter, or sunscreen fabric roller blinds from Rollerflex from just $65.
Get completely dark rooms with the blackout blinds, get a bit of privacy without loosing the light with the light filter blinds, or block out the sun's rays with the sunscreen blinds.

Rubbing sunscreen on your windows every day is not really the best way to avoid the harsh UV rays from penetrating you and your home. Try something a little more practical thanks to Rollerflex Limited.

Grab blackout, light filter, or sunscreen fabric roller blinds from Rollerflex from just $65. Upgrade to the thermal blackout blinds and pay another $25 per blind direct to Rollerflex. Pick from the following size options:

Width 600mm x drop 600mm for $65.
Width 1000mm x drop 1000mm for $99.
Width 1000mm x drop 2000mm for $119.
Width 1250mm x drop 1000mm for $109.
Width 1250mm x drop 2000mm for $139.
Width 1500mm x drop 1000mm for $119.
Width 1500mm x drop 2000mm for $159.
Width 1750mm x drop 1000mm for $129.
Width 1750m x drop 2000m for $179.
Width 2000m x drop 1000m for $139.
Width 2000mm x drop 2000mm for $199.
Width 2200mm x drop 1000mm for $149.
Width 2200mm x drop 2000mm for $219.
Width 2400mm x drop 1000mm for $159.
Width 2400mm x drop 2000mm for $239.

Choose from a range of colours:

Blackout: Flexi White, Flexi Cream, Flexi Jarra, Flexi Slate
Sunscreen: White. Cream. Marble. Charcoal
Light Filter: Yoko Castle. Yoko Vine. Yoko Raven

As much as we all love the sun, the clever folk at Rollerflex know there are moments when we don't want the sun getting in our eyes. These blinds are an essential and come in two different fabrics – either sunscreen (energy efficient blinds that will still let you enjoy the view) or blockout (blinds which will give you total privacy when you want it). When you place your order you'll be able to pick from a few options as mentioned above to coordinate with your interior decor.

$15 for Two Entries to a Two-Hour Museum Tour of the World's Largest Packard Collection (value $30)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Satisfy all your car cravings in an amazing two hour tour.
Grab two entries to the two-hour museum tour of the world’s largest Packard collection from Packard & Pioneer Museum for just $15.
Enjoy two to three hours of 280 voluptuous vintage vehicles including classic cars and motorcycles, steam and traction engines, early settlers' paraphernalia, collection of early phones and more.
Remember to bring comfortable shoes and your favourite camera – you will want photographic evidence of this wonderful tour.
Ideal as a Christmas or birthday present for your favourite friend or family member.

There is something incredibly alluring about the elegant, beautiful crafted vehicles from the days of old. Whether you’re a vintage petrol head or simply appreciate the finer things of life, these chaps have the perfect day lined up for you.

Grab two entries to the two-hour museum tour of the world’s largest Packard collection from Packard & Pioneer Museum for just $15.

This amazing museum is now open to the public. Previously a private collection, Packard and Pioneer Museum is ready to showcase the world’s largest collection of Packard vehicles. You can now indulge yourself in a two to three hour tour consisting of 280 classic and vintage vehicles, including 65 motorcycles. Wear comfortable footwear and make sure to bring your camera – you’ll be drooling over this collection for months to come. This double pass entry is the ideal present for any motor vehicle fanatic, so pack your bags and get ready to feast your eyes on some magnificent craftsmanship.

The Office Cafe next door to the museum do a fabulous lunch at a very reasonable price so why not eat there before coming across to the museum at 2.00pm.

$25 for a $50 Online Voucher to Spend on Kids' Footwear

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Pick up a killer pair of kicks or some summery sandals.
Grab a $50 online voucher to spend on kids' footwear at Kids First Footwear for $25.
Give your kiddies only the highest quality shoes imported from the UK.
Choose from a huge variety of brands including Nike, Puma, Crocs, and Adidas.
Please note: Christmas delivery is not guaranteed on this item.

Whether you like it or not, your kids are growing up fast – and unfortunately their feet are growing with them. Avoid spending hours at the mall and save yourself some headaches, when you grab a $50 online voucher to spend on kids' footwear at Kids First Footwear for $25.

After noticing a gap in the market for affordable and quality footwear for kids, Lee and Samantha Massey set about creating their popular online store. Importing all shoes from the UK, and promising only the most premium footwear, you'll have plenty of suitable options whether you're after sandals or sports shoes. Click the 'Buy!' button now and browse their huge online store featuring options for boys and girls.

Up to 57% off 20x28cm Hard Cover Photo Books incl. Nationwide Delivery (value up to $126)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Get all your favourite photos in one handy spot.
Grab a 30-page hard cover photo book for $29, a 40-page for $35, a 50-page for $37, a 60-page for $49 or an 80-page for $59. All including nationwide delivery from Kroma.
Let your photos be seen, rather than forgotten about.
Make the most of great customer support and a high-quality product made right here in New Zealand and delivered to you quickly.

There's no such thing as security on the web when it comes to photos. Avoid finding your image being used to sell Arabian cats in the Ukraine by keeping them all locked up in a hard cover book.

Grab a 20x28cm 30-page hard cover photo book for $29, a 40-page for $35, a 50-page for $37, a 60-page for $49, or an 80-page for $59. All including nationwide delivery from Kroma.

Kroma creates unique picture books, letting you celebrate whatever is special to you. More than just a photo album, these personalised keepsakes present your images in high quality for you to re-live again and again. Whether you're wanting to exhibit wedding pictures or celebrate the birth of a child, these photo books also make for great gifts, all you need to do is upload the images to Kroma's website and create your own book of memories. Since they're made in New Zealand, you can be assured that you'll get a higher quality product that's delivered to you quickly.

$70 for a Junior Voyager Three-in-One Booster Car Seat (9-36kg)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Make sure your little ones are comfy and secure, whatever the voyage.
Grab a Junior Voyager booster car seat for $70 from Babies.co.nz.
Go for classic black, blue or pink, or break away from the ordinary with red or lime.
Keep your child safe and secure with these seats that comply with European Safety Standard (ECE 44), which is recognised by the NZTA.
From November the 1st all children up to their 7th birthday will need to be in a car seat or a booster – the current law only requires this up to the age of 5.
Please note: Christmas delivery is not guaranteed on this item.

You may just be cruising down to the shops for a bottle of milk, but for your little ones, it's a great wilderness exploration, a trip into space or a voyage into another world. Sounds exhausting – better make sure they are comfy and grab a Junior Voyager booster car seat for $70 from Babies.co.nz.

Details:

Colours available: black, blue, pink, red, lime
Forward-facing car seat featuring five-point safety harness and removable back
Converts into a booster seat for older children
Suitable for babies and children from approx. nine months to 11 years (9-36kg)
Complies with European Safety Standard (ECE 44), which is recognised by the NZTA
Secures to the car using the adult car seat belt
Does not require a tether strap.
From 9-18kg: baby faces forward in a seat with an integral five-point harness
From 15-36kg: baby faces forward in a seat without an integral harness, child faces forward in seat which uses an adult seat belt.
From 22-36kg: when seat is turned into a booster seat by removing the back section, child faces forward in seat which uses an adult seat belt. Back of the booster is detachable to create booster cushion
Integral (ie. on webbing) diagonal belt adjuster clip

$10 for a Happy Man Bottle Opener, Corkscrew or Bottle Stopper

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Happiness is an open bottle.
Grab a Happy Man bottle opener, corkscrew or bottle stopper for $10 from Farza Wholesale.
Open beer or wine then keep them fresh with a bottle stopper.
Great conversation starter at parties.
Please note: Christmas delivery is not guaranteed on this item.

They say happiness is a state of mind. However, it can manifest itself in other physical states, just like these guys. Grab a Happy Man bottle opener, corkscrew or bottle stopper for $10 from Farza Wholesale.

Choose From:

Happy Man Corkscrew

This cheeky little chappy will certainly give your friends something to smile about next time they crack open a bottle of wine. Our Happy Man Corkscrew has the perfect credentials for screwing corks out of bottles.
Size (approx): 8cm

Happy Man Bottle Stopper

This Happy Man Bottle Stopper will be sure to keep your wine fresh and fizzy, so ditch that boring old cork and give your friends something to really smile about. This fun and cheeky gift has the perfect credentials for plugging necks of wine and spirit bottles.
Size (approx): 9cm

Happy Man Bottle Opener

This Happy Man Bottle Opener is the perfect tool to crack open a bottle of beer, so ditch that boring old bottle opener and give your friends something to really smile about. This fun and cheeky gift is a perfect gift for any beer lover, or man lover.
Dimensions (HWD): 78, 85, 65mm
Weight: 52g

$189 for a Deluxe Stay for Two incl. One Night in a Deluxe Room, Continental Breakfasts & $40 Restaurant Voucher at Auckland's Waitakere Estate (value $383)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Send yourself away to a blissful retreat where you can truly experience the best of New Zealand.
Grab a deluxe stay for two including on night in a deluxe room, continental breakfasts, and a $40 restaurant voucher at Auckland's Waitakere Estate for $189.
Enjoy the spectacular views and quality style of a true heritage hotel.
Relax in a deluxe room boasting harbour and city views from your private balcony.
Use your restaurant voucher onsite on a delicious lunch or dinner.

You don't have to hop on a plane to some exotic destination to feel truly separated from the stresses of work. After all, you live in a perfectly exotic country filled with hidden gems.

Pay $189 for a deluxe stay for two including one night in a deluxe room, continental breakfasts, and a $40 restaurant voucher at Auckland's Waitakere Estate.

Located just 30 minutes from the city centre, Auckland's Waitakere Estate is the city's best kept secret. Surrounded by lush greenery and spectacular views, this four-star facility is the perfect place to go for a romantic weekend or quick mid-week escape. You'll be staying in one of their stunning deluxe rooms boasting contemporary furnishings, fabrics and fixtures with a super king bed. When it comes to activites, you're perfectly placed to enjoy everything from bush walks and swimming to jogging and helicopter sightseeing. Their top onsite restaurant welcomes you to use your $40 voucher on anything from their menus during your stay. You'll love having everything you need right within your reach.

$15 for a Full Body Spray Tan & Exfoliating Mitt - Using B.Gorgeous or Moroccan Tan Exotic Products (value $50)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Bronze up for the beach, BBQs, pool parties and all that summer fun.
Grab a full body spray tan and exfoliating mitt, using B. Gorgeous or Moroccan Tan Exotic Products, from Sun-Kissed Tan for just $15.
Feel relaxed and comfortable in the capable and professional hands of the Sun-Kissed Tan beauticians.
Choose between a B. Gorgeous and Moroccan full body tan this summer.

With summer well and truly here and the holidays just around the corner we start to emerge from our homes, offices and winter dwellings with pale, translucent skin, squinting into the sunlight. Get a head start on that sun-kissed feeling...

Grab a full body spray tan and exfoliating mitt, using B. Gorgeous or Moroccan Tan Exotic Products, from Sun-Kissed Tan for just $15.

Whether you are planning a summer expedition or simply want to look gorgeous lounging in your garden, the beauticians at Sun-Kissed Tan will treat you to a natural, sumptuous looking tan. This excellent salon is famous in Christchurch and is now offering Aucklanders the chance to indulge in this tried and true treatment. Choose between a B. Gorgeous and Moroccan spray tan for a natural and bronzed look without damaging your skin with UV rays. Talk with the friendly and approachable staff about which option is best for you, relax and let them work those summer wonders.

$239 for Two Nights for up to Four Adults, or Two Adults & up to Three Children in a Two-Bedroom Apartment incl. WiFi (value $480)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

A perfect Christmas gift for this summer.
Grab two nights for up to four adults or two adults and up to three children at Parkview Apartments, National Park Village for only $239.
Enjoy the great New Zealand outdoors during the day and relax in a brand new, comfortable apartment at night.
Both apartments are interconnected, which is perfect for a group of up to eight.
Easy family activities to complete this summer with Whakapapa Chairlift Sightseeing or the Old Coach Road mountain bike trail.
A short drive and you can visit the Tokaanu hot pools or Tongariro Trout Hatchery.
Get a group together and tick off the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Make the most of cafes, shops and bars that are within walking distance.

Enjoy the vast landscapes and epic scenery as you explore Tongariro National Park. But no need to go all Bear Grylls on it – with today's deal you can enjoy the adventure as a group or as a family with a whole lot more style and dignity, and at the price of a backpackers!

Grab an escape to Tongariro for two nights for up to four adults or two adults and up to three children at Parkview Apartments for only $239. This is the ideal trip for a family of four, four friends, four strangers or even a family of four strange friends - both apartments interconnect which is perfect for large groups.

Swap the city for the best scenery New Zealand has to offer at Tongariro National Park. You, and the lucky people that come with you, will explore the wild outdoors to your heart's content before returning to the luxurious living environment of Parkview Apartments. The apartments come with wifi, lounge gas fire, full kitchen with oven & microwave, air-conditioning or heating, full laundry facilities and floor to ceiling windows with spectacular sunset views of the Tongariro National Park from your private balcony. This Ruapehu accommodation is also within walking distance of a range of well-frequented cafes, shops and bars that service the small but popular tourism hub.

Click here to see availability.

From $37 for Milford Sound Tour Packages (value up to $459)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Soak up the stunning sights of Milford Sound from the best possible vantage point.
Head out on a Milford Sound Tour Package from just $37 with JUCY Cruize Milford Sound.
Choose from an adult ticket for a 90-minute Milford Sound cruise for $37, an adult ticket for coach and cruise tour from Queenstown for $99 or an adult ticket for a fly - cruise - fly tour from Queenstown for $459.
Experience one of New Zealand's prime attractions at up to half price.
Enjoy wonderfully tasty wraps made-to-order, as well as drinks and smoothies from the on-board Pita Pit outlet (available for purchase on-board).

The crystal waters are hundreds of metres deep, it's surrounded by spectacular peaks and rich green native bush, and the air is fresh and clean. The beauty of Milford Sound is so breathtaking that any picture of your trip is guaranteed to make anyone jealous.

Grab a Milford Sound Tour Package from just $37 with JUCY Cruize Milford. You'll get to experience amazing sights and breathtaking scenery of New Zealand's prime attraction. Choose from:

Pay $37 for an adult ticket for a 90-minute Milford Sound cruise
Pay $99 for an adult ticket for coach and cruise tour from Queenstown
Pay $459 for an adult ticket for a fly - cruise - fly tour from Queenstown

The team at JUCY Cruize Milford Sound know this area like their own backyard and they'll take you around the most breathtaking spots that this natural wonderland has to offer. You'll get to see plenty of nature's beauty and have a knowledgeable tour guide explain the ecology of the area. Whether you take just the 90-minute cruise, or the tour from Queenstown, you are assured a comfortable and memorable ride from JUCY Cruize Milford Sound.

If you have your bright young things to bring along, you can purchase children's tickets (aged 5-15 years) from JUCY Cruize Milford Sound directly for just $15, or $75 for the coach and cruise. Kids under five can come along for free.

$29 for an Online Course for a Diploma in Professional Photography, or $59 for an Online Advanced Diploma in Photography & Photoshop Course (value up to $790)

Fri, 13 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +1300

Make the most out of your Digital SLR camera and discover a new passion in photography.
Grab an online diploma in photography from Courses for Success for just $29, or pay $59 for an advanced online diploma in photography and Photoshop.
Develop your photography skills and learn how to set up and promote your own business.
Pick up valuable skills that'll help you before and after your beautiful pictures are taken.
Both courses suitable for beginners and intermediate DLSR users.

A photo captures a number of things, from the winsome twinkle in your partner's eye to the green bit of spinach in their teeth. But if you don't brush up on your picture-taking skills, the only thing you might capture is your finger obscuring most of the lens.

Make the most of your Digital SLR camera when you grab one of these online courses from Courses for Success.

Pay $29 for an online diploma in photography or
Pay $59 for an advanced diploma in photography and Photoshop.

Course details:

17-Unit Diploma in Professional Photography for $29 (value $452)
27-Unit Advanced Diploma in Photography and Photoshop for $59 (value $790)
In both courses, thoroughly cover camera settings and types of photography
Also discover how to set up and promote your own business
In the advanced diploma, you'll get 3 extra units covering photography, plus get educated in Photoshop techniques
Study along with simple instructions, videos and demonstrations
Enjoy lifetime access to the online course and unlimited tutor support
Study along with simple instructions, videos and demonstrations
A certificate will be awarded with a passing score for the assessment

If you've been glued to your iPhone for the past year or so, you may have not realised that there's a little more to taking a photo than simply downloading 50 different apps with vintage effects. Thankfully the folks at Courses for Success have got you covered. The courses have been created by leading photographers, so you know you're learning from the best in the industry. If you find yourself stuck, or in need of help, you'll be able to receive one-on-one assistance when you need it – you just need a computer or smartphone to log into the course. At the end you'll do an assessment, and once you pass with flying colours will be awarded with a diploma in Professional Photography.