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

Northland is the proverbial fishermen's basket.

Justine Tyerman finds a place near Wanaka where the landscape talks.

It's an area with much to offer and it's hard to leave.

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.

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.

Elisabeth Easther meets Doug Hudson, Fullers Group board member and former CEO.

Stephanie Holmes checks into the Airport Motel @ Rainbow Point, Taupo.

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.

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.

Justine Tyerman discovers something akin to a set of Russian dolls on Lake Wanaka.

Rail journeys through NZ, with the occasional trip by car, open up the country.

Alexia Santamaria and her Auckland family are wooed by some of the delights of Dunedin.

Wellington's Homegrown festival is filled exclusively with Kiwi musicians.

Belinda Feek enjoys the natural beauty of Queen Charlotte Sound.

Elisabeth Easther talks to a Great Barrier resident whose work touches the sky.

Jane Jurgens lists her top west coast beaches.