The top of the South Island is a fine place to eat and drink, writes Elisabeth Easther.

New Zealand's best produce is world class and a first-rate reason to travel, writes Nadia Lim.

Sharks are the least of James Russell's worries at Kelly Tarlton's.

Danielle Wright heads into the CBD to find family options that'll get the heart pumping.

Need a cure for summertime blues? This patch of coast has the remedy year-round, writes Elisabeth Easther.

A Waitomo caving experience will leave your mind blown, writes Alex Robertson.

A wildlife expedition to Fiordland takes you up close to a pristine land of legend and glacial beauty, writes Jim Eagles.

As we tough out our longest stretch without a public holiday, here's the good news — Kiwis are among the luckiest in the world for annual leave and beat America hands down.

Cycling adventures show off the country's most exhilarating views, discovers Ellie Mitchell.

On a scenic flight in the south, Elizabeth Carlson gets into the pilot's seat.

A shelter of the steppes finds a place under the nikau, writes Monique Balvert-O'Connor.

Intrepid trampers or a bunch of softies? Pam Neville puts the case for guided walks.

Catherine Smith enjoys a city break in her hometown.

Winston Aldworth stays in a Mighty Deuce 2Y campervan in Waipara.

Pamela Wade finds the unspoiled beauty of New Zealand's southeast is wasted on some.

Named for Plymouth in England, where many of the early colonial settlers came from. Taranaki is Maori for shining mountain.

Just 45-50 minutes northwest of Auckland, via SH1 and SH16, you'll discover Kaukapakapa on the delightful Kaipara Coast.

When you're sick of walking around the block or park with your kids, take them on a family tramping adventure and watch them come alive.

Winston Aldworth overnights at a classic central city hotel.

Elisabeth Easther explores this picturesque town's rich history.

Earlier this year we sent Warriors fullback Sam Tomkins bungy jumping in Queenstown after asking readers for their tips on what he should do in New Zealand. Here are some of the other great suggestions that came in ...

In Wellington, bad weather means a chance to learn something, says Sharon Stephenson.

Eric Watson writes: Are there potentially a large number of Kiwis who feel aggrieved because our "most important" public holidays are Christian holy days?

Sarah Lang salivates over the delights to be found at Wellington on a Plate.

There's more to the West Coast than gannets, finds Danielle Wright.

Anne Gibson takes in the luxurious accommodation and dramatic surroundings at a Palliser Bay lodge that's hosted royalty.

The road around Banks Peninsula is steeped in history, finds Wendy Dunlop.

Danielle Wright spends a rainy day in Waikato, in the company of the Incas' silent brothers — the llamas.

On the streets, in the parks and galleries, Auckland has a wealth of art treasures to seek out.

Tristram Clayton finds a warm welcome and cold craft beers at the foot of Mt Ruapehu.