Belinda Henley samples of the resort town's newest foodie offerings... and some old favourites.

Belinda Henley discovers a unique five-star accommodation offering on a working high country farm near Wanaka.

This working high country farm on the western shores of Lake Wanaka is also home to a luxury tented lodge, where guests can stay in five-star comfort summer or winter.

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Belinda Henley checks out the latest development for adrenaline junkies at Queenstown's Shotover Canyon Swing.

Abby Gillies laps up the idyllic sights and flavours of Wanaka.

Chloe Johnson delves into Oamaru's present and its charming Victorian history.

Mountain Scene editor Ryan Keen shares an insider's guide to having fun on the cheap in New Zealand's premier resort town.

Due to be completed in November 2012, this 312km trail runs from Tasman Point near Aoraki/Mt Cook through the Mackenzie basin and the Waitaki Valley, before winding its way to the Pacific Ocean at Oamaru. The Alps 2 Ocean Trail is one of 18 New Zealand cycle trails which will eventually extend 2000km throughout the country.