Cool places to get a drink in New Zealand

"Nothing better than enjoying a beer on the balcony of De Fontein overlooking Mission Bay on a sunny day, there's also live music Sunday afternoons."

"When I visited Switzerland, I was introduced to beer giraffe towers. The Bluestone Room was the first place I discovered in Auckland that also did them. Try one during happy hour."

"If you love your rock and need a change from the usual bars and clubs in central Auckland, check out the Ding Dong Lounge. Entertainment is varied and interesting with different guest DJs most nights, and live music on special occasions. You'll hear a good range of rock music from various decades with the edgier stuff later into the evening. Staff are friendly and there's a tasty food menu when the late night munchies kick in, the candied kumara and kenzo fried chicken are delicious!"