Leonie Freeman plots a course for a few pleasant strolls.

Wairarapa's Castlepoint is among nominees for the Herald's best beach competition.

A 110km bicycle ride's a breeze when it's topped up with a wine or three.

Ellie Hutchinson encounters adrenalin, exhaustion and good food near Thames.

Alex Braae faces currents and rapids of mighty Whanganui.

Kiwis give their picks for the best beach in NZ.

The beauty of a day trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound is a northerner's wake-up call.

Hahei is another of our top 10 beaches. You can vote got your choice of best NZ beach.

David Smith checks into the Baycrest Lodge, in Taupo.

Generations of Kiwis have made holiday memories at this Coromandel hot spot.

Motutapu is a remarkable island.

Helen van Berkel checks into the Aleenta resort, at Phang Nga, in Thailand.

It is worth the effort to get to Crosbies Hut near Thames for the view of the Pinnacles.

When the time is right Te Puia provides a unique experience.

Got To Get Out: Cape Brett Lighthouse

This week the Herald is profiling different hikes you can do to get fit.

The Herald's summer campaign to find the country's greatest beach continues.

Here's the quintessential adventure guide to holiday hotspots.

Mount Pirongia gives you something new to look at all day.

Hiking up or around Mt Taranaki gives you amazing views from nearly every direction.

We want to find New Zealand's best beach — and we need your help to do it.

Small towns are coming up with creative ways of battling bad party behaviour.

As city dwellers make a break for it, new villagers pop up to enjoy the rays of summer.

Stay close to the shore with these beautiful stays around the country.

Stephanie Holmes checks in to the Avani Metropolis Auckland Residences.

We've compiled some essential tips to help you make the most of your summer adventure.

Happiness is north in the Bay, writes Miriyana Alexander.

Luxury can be the freedom to do what you like and eat what you like in your own city.

Actor Claire Chitham shares her favourite Kiwi holiday destinations.

Dunedin has great ways to welcome the weekend, writes Alexia Santamaria.