Stephanie Holmes checks into the Hotel Grand Windsor, Auckland.

Tim Warrington finds himself in the stunning icefields of Franz Josef Glacier.

Graeme Lay looks at sites related to Captain Cook that Kiwi history buffs should visit.

Neil Porten and his daughter go black water rafting. Here are their accounts of adventure.

A break on the Kapiti Coast is an enchanted chance to unwind, writes Cloe Willetts.

Michelle Weir checks into a central Christchurch hotel with a 'wow factor' bathroom.

Donna McIntyre checks into a well-designed budget hotel close to the airport.

A road trip around Lake Taupo is short enough to do in half a day.

Shandelle Battersby checks into an impressive Cathedral Square hotel.

Patricia Greig leaves the city behind and gets a taste of the good life on Waiheke.

Jane Jurgens has some ideas to make the most of the first long weekend of summer.

There are so many things to see and do in Rotorua, writes Jason Reeves.

Tim Roxborogh checks into a unique B&B on the Tawharanui Peninsula.

Zoe Walker checks in for a luxury 'staycation' at the Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour.

Magnificent Fiordland compensates for a rough start to a voyage, writes Pamela Wade.

Lorna Subritzky almost beats her travel hoodoo with workmates in Rotorua.

MP Tamati Coffey offers his top tips for where to eat, drink, ride your bike and relax.

Liam Dann doesn't let a forecast storm stand in the way of a warming family holiday.

Emirates embraces heritage wine, writes Shandelle Battersby

Donna McIntyre takes to the iWays and byways of Hawke's Bay for a festival of cycling.

Venetia Sherson looks at alternative two-wheelers to ride the Otago Central Rail Trail.

NZ's best budget accommodations let you explore Aotearoa without breaking the bank.

Shandelle Battersby checks into a one-bedroom Seaview Cottage, overlooking the harbour.

Darragh Walshe and family traverse the historic and beautiful Whanganui River.

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

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

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

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.