There are many attractions in the capital that can turn into a refreshing adventure.

Bronwyn Sell finds the best spots in the capital to feed the family.

There would be Alps. Snow. A dining car, and possibly dodgy travelling companions...

There's no escaping politics in New Zealand, with only 20 days until the election.

Shandelle Battersby checks into Distinction Palmerston North Hotel and Conference Centre.

The West Coast has seen booms and busts but the beer has been flowing for 150 years.

Shandelle Battersby sees how the other half live during a luxury stay in the Wairarapa.

Shandelle Battersby gets up close to some of our rarer creatures on Banks Peninsula.

Sally Jackson tests the waters at five of New Zealand's lesser-known hot springs.

Try one of these great routes next time you're in the mood for a roadie.

Lauren Jones takes a week-long roadie that crams in heaps of South Island beauty spots.

A return trip goes up a gear, writes D'Arcy Waldegrave.

Eli Orzessek checks into a centrally-located hotel with waterfront views.

Eveline Harvey takes in the serenity and starry skies while staying at a Napier vineyard.

It's a great place to break your journey, as Shandelle Battersby discovers.

The fight was long but the plus points of a campervan won, writes Trevor McKewen.

Kids are fearless and quick to learn, writes Winston Aldworth.

A relaxing weekend is not for everyone, writes Tina Moore.

Living among the vines is wonderful when you don't have to do any work.

Greg Bruce and his family enjoy a Coromandel break, despite the weather.

Elisabeth Easther checks into Northland motel that's heavy on Kiwiana charm.

Helen van Berkel discovers the windswept treasures of our islands off to the side.

These Aussie astrophotographers make our country look amazing.

Get out and around and about this beautiful country, writes Lauren Jones.

A special day with a special lady is celebrated in style at a remarkable resort.

A walking tour of Abel Tasman National Park is best done on a full stomach.

Sarah Downs finds 10 family-friendly Rotorua activities and five just for the grown ups.

Thousands visit this town each winter - here are the most luxurious boltholes on offer.

Greg Fleming stays at an award-winning boutique hotel in Canterbury.

Driving from Auckland to Queenstown, Jonathan Killick deals to an unwelcome stowaway.