5 Day holiday break recharge yourself

Absolutely — including Australia and Canada opens up some fantastic options.

For a 5 day holiday break from Auckland, I would compare tropical islands.

I would also evaluate Australian city escapes and Canada’s spectacular mountain scenery.

One important consideration: Australia and the Pacific are much easier for a 5 day holiday break from Auckland.

Canada is possible, but long-haul flights and time-zone changes make it more practical as a five-day stay plus travel days.

Best 8 destinations for a five-day break

1. Sydney — Australia

Harbour views, beaches, fine dining, shopping and excellent hotels. Ideal for a five-day city break.

City and lifestyle

2. Gold Coast — Australia

Beautiful beaches, sunshine, resorts, golf and restaurants. A relaxed holiday with plenty of activities.

Beach and resorts

3. Melbourne — Australia

Restaurants, shopping, galleries, coffee culture and day trips along the Great Ocean Road.

Food and culture

4. Vancouver — Canada

A spectacular mix of ocean, mountains, city hotels, restaurants and scenic walks. One of the most convenient Canadian choices for a short city stay.

City and nature

5. Banff — Canada

Mountain lodges, beautiful lakes, gondolas and incredible scenery. Best with extra travel days because it requires connections and ground transport.

Mountains and scenery

6. Rarotonga

A tropical island escape with warm lagoons, beachfront resorts and a laid-back atmosphere.

7. Bali

Private villas, spa treatments, beach clubs and excellent value for luxury accommodation.

8. Singapore