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.

Steve Braunias finds his muse in a hotel room.

Sarah Atkinson checks into a Superior Lakeview Room in NZ's geothermal heartland.

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.

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.

Five-star luxury and sustainability can be a winning mix, writes Sarah Daniell.

Courtney Whitaker checks in for the Veuve Clicquot Hotel du Marc-experience.

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.

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.

A trip to the beach in Taranaki brings much into focus, writes Sadie Beckman.

Shandelle Battersby checks into a Heritage Collection hotel on Taupo's lakefront.

In the run-up to the winter festival Lorna Subritzky has great food and wine suggestions.

A celebration takes Michelle Hurley to a special winery and an equally special farm.

Good food and wine in beautiful surroundings make for a memorable Waiheke visit.

A motorhome break is enjoyable for the whole family, writes Anna King Shahab.