Elisabeth Easther finds a touch of Northland paradise.

The food on the Hauraki cycle trail was worth dismounting for, says Nadia Lim.

Liz Light visits Ruatahuna, deep in Te Urewera National Park.

Elisabeth Easther revisited her hometown for a refreshing outdoor experience.

Hamilton's river and gardens put you in the mood for wonderful walking It's a 45-minute walk around Hamilton Lake.

Hayden Donnell hops on a bicycle to explore the newest trails around Queenstown.

There are heart-stopping moments on a Rangitaiki River jet boat wave attack, writes Paul Rush.

Elisabeth Easther discovers good things in a small package.

Andy Pickering finds action and relaxation aplenty at Coromandel's Whitianga.

In the first of a three-part series, Ben Crawford takes an exciting weekend road-trip to Coromandel.

Sometimes wildlife is a bit too wild, so we appreciate sculptures of animals instead, embedded in concrete, as nature could have intended.

Tiritiri Matangi isn't just for the birds, as Elisabeth Easther discovers on a visit to the island's wildlife sanctuary.

John Roughan gains a deeper understanding of how Cook first saw New Zealand.

Elisabeth Easther may just have to return to Whitianga in September for its famous Scallop Festival.

Only accessible by high tide, Motukaraka promises magic and adventure.

Pohutukawas are trees made for climbing. Here's where to find some great specimens.

Elisabeth Easther finds a goldmine of flora and fauna on coastal walking tracks.

Never shy of sticking her oar in, Elisabeth Easther shares some ideas for nautical adventures you can embark on - if you sea fit.

Danielle Wright takes her family on a vintage steam train along the main street of a tiny town with a big reputation.

Justine Tyerman meets an all-star cast on the Milford Track.

What's a Blokart? Essentially it's a land sailing gizmo, a wind powered go-kart. Super easy to drive and great fun.

A trip south leaves a glowing impression on Elisabeth Easther.

Justine Tyerman manages to leave Waiheke with her limbs intact after spending Easter - but not a fortune - on the island with her family.

Catherine Smith pedals Taranaki's seafront, stopping along the way.