Pio's paradise: From Cape Reinga to Bluff
Te Araroa: New Zealand's Trail is 3000km of continuous walking from one end of Aotearoa to the other, connecting Cape Reinga in the north to Bluff in the south.
Te Araroa: New Zealand's Trail is 3000km of continuous walking from one end of Aotearoa to the other, connecting Cape Reinga in the north to Bluff in the south.
In both New Zealand and Australia, we pride ourselves on our "big things" - whether it's a carrot in Ohakune or a banana in Coff's Harbour.
We already know we've got great beaches in New Zealand - but it's always nice to have it internationally recognised.
Staying at Kinross Cottages is like taking a step back in time, only it's comfortable and luxurious.
New Zealand's Great Walks are acclaimed around the world. Make the most of them.
Leila George finds out what's new at Queenstown's skifields and down in town.
Shandelle Battersby gets a taste of tramping through the bush, with the luxury of home.
It's not just the skiing that attracts John Parker to our mountains.
A seriously major MTB park is currently being built in the hills and will feature a huge variety of trails.
Queentown is a mecca for the world's wealthy, who need experiences and accommodation to match.
One day I hope to recite a story which explains why life as a sports writer can be so rewarding.
Gun-toting Sarah Ell becomes a member of the cool crowd for a high-flying adventure.
Elizabeth Binning is pleased she mustered up the courage to visit Rotorua's Farm Show.
You're not in Auckland anymore Toto - the temperature drop was noticeable the moment we stepped out of our Jucy 4WD rental car.
The founders of this skifield still love strapping on their skis, writes Kelly Lynch.
Helen Van Berkel discovers the perfect place for Mother's Day - or any special occasion.
Pirongia is Maori for "like a bad smell" although Pirongia is pretty and not at all smelly.
Settled in the 1860s by hardy pioneers from Bohemia, now part of the Czech Republic, the intrepid Bohemians were lured with the promise of free land.
Simon Kay relishes the fact that he is finally a welcome guest at an iconic hotel.
New Zealand has been named as a popular fishing destination for millionaires.
It may be our majestic mountains and pristine lakes that tourists come for, but apparently the loos are worth a gander as well.
At Mangarara, they put the planet before money, writes Tim Roxborogh.
The entrance could be better signposted: I tried to enter via the exit and ended up dithering dangerously on a high-speed road.
Elisabeth Easther seeks out the historical and beautiful sides of this Hauraki Gulf gem.
Winston Aldworth lays down his towel at a classic Coromandel beach.
We were asked to keep our heads down, follow the path and walk single file with no talking.
Our third island offers friendly locals and an array of adventures.