Linda Herrick travels the length and breadth of New Zealand by rail, heading for the town she grew up in.

Wayne Thompson relaxes at a northern coastal getaway close to white sand beaches and tranquil inlets.

A massive flying fox said to be the world's largest and "most thrilling" is about to open near Taihape.

Summer time and the living is made easy at a Provence-style bed and breakfast. Geraldine McManus reports.

Michele Crawshaw visits a luxury boutique lodge which commands a grand view over the Bay of Islands.

Sometimes you wonder just what could be achieved in the world if small-town enthusiasm was harnessed, writes Colin Moore.

Sue Farley takes the plunge into the cold, watery underworlds of the upper South Island.

A dream to open up rural New Zealand to travellers on foot is coming closer step by step, writes John Yeld.

A Far North farm hostel has been voted the favourite in New Zealand by those who like staying at backpacker lodges. Colin Moore discovers its attractions.

Jo Johnson finds Whangarei is the perfect place to head for a midwinter weekend break.