A diving company and luxury resort in New Zealand have made TIME ’s annual list of the World’s Greatest Places . In 2023, the list featured 50 cities but this year has increased to 100 spots and focus on more specific places such as hotels or tour companies. TIME ’s editors said the destinations in the 2024 list “reflect the id of humanity: what the collective we desires most when unburdened from daily stressors and responsibilities”.
It’s highbrow talk but, for Kiwis, it means those wishing to pursue delight and relaxation away from daily obligations and stress have two world-class posts to visit: Dive Tutukaka and Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat in the Mackenzie region. The destinations were selected by the New York-based magazine and website’s global network of correspondents and contributors.