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Maureen Marriner flies Emirates from Auckland to Dubai, then on to London.

A short cruise is a perfect introduction to the Greek islands.

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Eveline Harvey gets a buzz from sightseeing by helicopter.

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Stephanie Holmes sleeps on the roof in a Bay of Islands getaway weekend.