Jill Worrall finds a surprising number of settlements along the south Wairarapa's seemingly inhospitable coastline.

Pure? Hardly. As the Government tries to woo overseas visitors to the Rugby World Cup, the only tourism boom is backpackers.

Rob Cox enjoys a host of challenging activities at a world-class Hawkes Bay resort.

New Zealand named one of the best by readers of Conde Naste Traveller magazine.

Jim Eagles discovers that small boats deliver big results.

Things to see and do around New Zealand over the next month.

Ten candidates vying to win trip.

Kerri Jackson takes a punt on the weather and finds the windy city beautiful in spring.

No support for debt-ridden tourist icon the Kingston Flyer.

Air NZ to introduce $39 standby fares for Otago University students.

Mounting debts spell end of the line for historic South Island train service.

Things to see and do around NZ as we enter spring.

Maria Slade enjoys some serious snow in Queenstown.

Picking daffodils at Middlerun farm near Carterton has been a tradition since the 1920s.

Steve Sole explores a road rich in views and colonial New Zealand history.

Things to see and do around NZ over the next month.

Cyclists and walkers are like oil and water, says Herald Travel editor Jim Eagles.

Popularity of short-haul travel proves a boon for local tourism.

Inside Huka Lodge's luxurious new cottage.

From the air, the Orakei Korako thermal area looked like a giant pallette some monster artist had left lying on the banks of Lake Ohakuri.

Find inspiration for your next winter break...

Kate Roff discovers there's more to do in Hanmer Springs than soaking in hot water.

Northland boasts a number of thriving wineries worth a visit, says Helen Twose.

Rob Cox spends a weekend soaking up the atmosphere at luxurious Kauri Cliffs.

Beauty in the peaks, beauty in the valleys... the Ruahine State Forest has it all. But in winter, taking in the high-level scenery requires determination, stamina - and a good set of woollies.