History is alive and well but the present also thrives, writes Natasha Jojoa Burling.

It's paradise, and the locals know they are on to a good thing.

Elisabeth Easther talks to Amy Hodgkinson from NZ Māori Tourism.

Tess Nichol enjoys the solitude of a redwood forest, with only a few youthful distractions

Jane Jurgens finds the world's best ski resorts for snow-bunny families.

A trip through the Taranaki heartland is full of romance and nostalgia.

Elisabeth Easther talks to the Tour leader from Adventure South New Zealand.

A beachy upbringing is a wonderful gift, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Northland is the proverbial fishermen's basket.

Jesse Mulligan cherry-picks from the best of Queenstown's eateries.

Leonie Freeman writes of the joys of autumn in Auckland.

Justine Tyerman previews the ski season at Cardrona.

Elisabeth Easther talks to Shane McKay from Pelorus Eco Adventures New Zealand.

Author Dean Parker follows in the footsteps of a literary hero.

Stephanie Holmes gets the VIP treatment — which is par for the course at Kauri Cliffs.

Helen Van Berkel gets the balance right during a colourful four-day stay in Queenstown.

There is much to enjoy here on a mother-and-daughter getaway weekend

Sunny Hawke's Bay boasts a variety of attractions to entertain all ages.

Tess Nichol finds five things to do in Rotovegas, no matter the weather.

Jesse Mulligan takes the family back to nature — with a few home comforts thrown in.

Elisabeth Easther talks to Susanne Kiely of Pukekohe Travel.

Our top picks for your next weekend getaway.

Self-sufficiency on the road has never been so comfortable, writes Steph Rowe.

Elisabeth Easther meets Glenn Edney from Ocean Spirit.

A Northland retreat is in harmony with nature, writes Lindy Davis

A weekend escape that is not too far, yet far enough away from home.

A good campervan holiday needs different thinking, writes Claudia Tarrant.

Rafting on the mighty Rangitikei is the perfect adventure.

There's no reason to put off a holiday break in Christchurch, writes Alexia Santamaria.

Elisabeth Easther meets Cally Johnstone of The Quince Boutique Bed & Breakfast.