Central Otago's historic steam train the Kingston Flyer is back on track and should be carrying tourists again by October, says its new owner.

Jim Eagles goes flora spotting on the wild and windy Chatham Islands.

No good at skiing? No problem. Danielle Wright sets out in snowshoes through Queenstown's backcountry.

The Manukau Harbour reaches its fingers far inland and you're still on the highway when the first mangrove-fringed estuaries hove into view.

A Whitianga thermal spa is an instant de-stresser, writes Dionne Christian.

Paul Rush takes a sea change along the shipwreck coast of southern Wairarapa.

Cath Fraser samples a Queenstown-based visitor activity aimed at unleashing the artist within.

Auckland has been ranked seventh in a list of the best value cities to visit by a US travel site.

Boutique hotel on the edge of Christchurch's red zone among those singled out by Travel + Leisure magazine.

Libby Nicholson-Moon takes a food lover's adventure tour.

When it comes to fine food, the capital just keeps giving, discovers Kerri Jackson.

An 11-deck cruise ship arriving for the Rugby World Cup has been forced to slash prices by half in a bid to spark interest among Kiwis.

Jim Eagles visits a nursery for the most endangered of our kiwi species.

We visit Mt Ruapehu and Coronet Peak to find out what’s on offer this year.

Bronwyn Sell has the arduous task of eating her way around the hotspots of a wintry beachside town, with interludes of hot pooling and a ride on a Harley.

Three of Viva's favourite fashion girls share their stylish mid-winter holiday escapes.

Chris Samsara visits a rugged spot that has been heaven to some and hell to others.

If you're looking for a cheap holiday in New Zealand then Auckland is the place to go.

Donna McIntyre puts her best foot forward and takes the scenic route through Auckland on a Coast to Coast walk.

Sue Baxalle and family enjoy an adrenalin-packed weekend with a few hairy moments.

A five-star, 300-room hotel will fill former America's Cup sites on one of the most valuable pieces of waterside property in the country.

Elizabeth Binning exchanges adventure for luxury in a Queenstown hideaway.

Christchurch "is back on its feet as far as welcoming travellers" and is still worth a two or three day visit.

Is the threat of a $200 instant fine going to deter the feckless minority of free campers?

An old central Auckland pub has attracted visitors by advertising itself as a "boutique hotel".

History is served up with gorgeous scenery and great food on a road trip to Russell, writes Susan Edmunds.

Overseas visitors are ditching brochures and tuning into radio as their preferred travel guide to New Zealand.

It's not everyone's idea of an ideal place to visit, but Elisabeth Easther finds treasures on a trip to Huntly.

There's nothing quite like a weekend of incredible food and wine to wash away the blues.

It's definitely not a winterless spot, but there's warmth in Northland's history, says Pamela Wade.