Families can enjoy a close encounter with Aoraki/Mt Cook 'The Cloud Piercer' from the comfort of the valley floor, finds Paul Rush.

September arrivals for British visitors were the lowest in a decade, Statistics NZ figures show.

Watch out for the sea lions when you're on the Auckland Islands, warns Jim Eagles.

A landmark road which played a key role in the Central Otago gold rushes has been recognised by the New Zealand Historic Places Trust.

There are many parts of Auckland worth exploring at sea level, discovers Kirsten Warner.

Jim Eagles takes the grandkids to Glenbrook to meet a favourite family friend.

As you drive up the long tree-lined road into Millbrook Resort, you get the eerie sensation that you're leaving the world behind you.

The Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is a mammoth event. Phil Taylor shares his experience.

Jill Worrall discovers a settlement that time forgot.

A New Zealand retreat billed as "somewhere between seven stars and heaven" has been named the world's top luxury coastal hotel.

Spooky tunnels and historic weapons keep young and old entertained at Auckland's North Head, writes Jim Eagles.

Here are New Zealand's Top 10 favourite native birds as voted on ForestandBird.org.nz, with the kakariki taking out Bird of the Year 2010.

It's a shame the path around Devonport's North Head isn't quite complete, writes Jim Eagles.

On October 23, enjoy a day exploring the glorious gardens and woodland trails at Eastwoodhill Arboretum near Gisborne for half price.

The courses run by Tree Adventures at Woodhill Forest can prove just as much of a fun challenge for adults as for kids. Kirsten Warner gave it a try.

A new property just out of Hastings offers stylish and modern accommodation in a gorgeous setting, writes Joelle Thompson.

Trade Me has clamped down on sellers encouraging flight ticket buyers to impersonate them at check-in to bypass airline security rules.

Next time you're passing through Christchurch International Airport during the hours of darkness keep an eye out for the control tower.

During Waimarino's new Thermal Hot Pool & Glow-worm Cave Kayak Tour, paddlers skirt the bushy shores of Lake Rotoiti before slipping into a cave where glow-worms twinkle all around.

The Waitakere Tramline was built in the early 1900s to facilitate repairs and maintenance to the Waitakere Dam. Weekly trips have now been running for 35 years and are a great way to amuse the entire family, whatever the weather.

We sent our two experts out to find Auckland's best playgrounds. Diana Clement reports back.

Rotorua has a host of new activities, making it even more of a destination for a weekend away. Anna Jones investigates.

Staying home is the new going away. Bronwyn Sell looks at how the 'staycation' can be just as fun as a holiday away - and at the same time can save you lots of money.

Fast boats, helicopter views and thundering water - the central plateau provides adrenalin galore, writes Beck Vass.

Saddle up with a friend, your partner, or the kids these holidays. Some of these facilities also offer school holiday camps.

Cape Kidnappers is a rugged, chaotic and whiffy bird-lovers' paradise, writes Paul Rush.

We have a family pass valued at $390 for two adults and two children to venture out to one of the most diverse marine parks in the world - Auckland's own Hauraki Gulf.