Zoe Walker checks in for a luxury 'staycation' at the Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour.

Magnificent Fiordland compensates for a rough start to a voyage, writes Pamela Wade.

Lorna Subritzky almost beats her travel hoodoo with workmates in Rotorua.

MP Tamati Coffey offers his top tips for where to eat, drink, ride your bike and relax.

Liam Dann doesn't let a forecast storm stand in the way of a warming family holiday.

The little spotted kiwi population is thriving at Kapiti Island nature reserve.

Ashleigh Collis drinks in the atmosphere at Wairarapa's wine festival.

Emirates embraces heritage wine, writes Shandelle Battersby

Donna McIntyre takes to the iWays and byways of Hawke's Bay for a festival of cycling.

Shandelle Battersby checks into a one-bedroom Seaview Cottage, overlooking the harbour.

Darragh Walshe and family traverse the historic and beautiful Whanganui River.

There are many attractions in the capital that can turn into a refreshing adventure.

Bronwyn Sell finds the best spots in the capital to feed the family.

There would be Alps. Snow. A dining car, and possibly dodgy travelling companions...

There's no escaping politics in New Zealand, with only 20 days until the election.

Shandelle Battersby checks into Distinction Palmerston North Hotel and Conference Centre.

The West Coast has seen booms and busts but the beer has been flowing for 150 years.

Shandelle Battersby sees how the other half live during a luxury stay in the Wairarapa.

Steve Braunias finds his muse in a hotel room.

Sarah Atkinson checks into a Superior Lakeview Room in NZ's geothermal heartland.

Try one of these great routes next time you're in the mood for a roadie.

Lauren Jones takes a week-long roadie that crams in heaps of South Island beauty spots.

A return trip goes up a gear, writes D'Arcy Waldegrave.

Eli Orzessek checks into a centrally-located hotel with waterfront views.

Eveline Harvey takes in the serenity and starry skies while staying at a Napier vineyard.

It's a great place to break your journey, as Shandelle Battersby discovers.

The fight was long but the plus points of a campervan won, writes Trevor McKewen.

Kids are fearless and quick to learn, writes Winston Aldworth.

A relaxing weekend is not for everyone, writes Tina Moore.

Five-star luxury and sustainability can be a winning mix, writes Sarah Daniell.