After a long week of making my greatest attempt at work-life-mum balance, a weekend away from it all is the perfect, luxurious southern ...

Monarch is a sensory experience that feels like it belongs in New York, Tokyo, or London. Something special for the audiophiles among us who ...

One of Auckland's newest hotels, voco Auckland City Centre, yesterday upped its eco-friendly game by launching a fleet of bamboo bikes for ...

Christchurch's The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora is getting better all the time, and the latest phase of its post-earthquake upgrade includes ...

Explore the West Coast on a jet boat, kayak, rubber ring, or head out under your own leg power into lush rainforest or out on top of a glacier. ...

What’s up with New Zealand’s small towns and giant statues? Compensating for something? You’ve probably spotted at least a few big things in ...

Dominated by the enormous Lake Taupō and a trio of volcanoes including Mount Ruapehu, the Central Plateau is sporting a plethora of natural ...

With historic and modern culture aplenty, hit up these top North Island cultural attractions, featuring art; film; architecture; and historic ...

Arty, beachy and beautiful with a bounty of activities and attractions on offer. Maybe your taste tends toward pulse-pounding white-water ...

This sweet, picturesque seaside village is a gorgeous holiday destination, settled by the French in 1838 and retaining a unique continental ...

Immerse yourself in the scenery on a Great Walk (or even just a regular walk), explore local beaches, and ponder the wonders of the universe as ...

Strap on your skis, hiking boots, or latest season heels – you’re in Wānaka, baby! This happening alpine town is famous for its winter sports, ...

Get amongst hiking, surfing and cycling to exploring the quirky, creative corners of Taranaki towns. The region’s extensive sparkling coastline ...

Mountains! Seas! Castles, glaciers and rainforest! It’s hard to pick the top things to see in Te Waipounamu, the South Island, but we’ve got ...

Gold and black beaches, pristine diving and snorkelling, mind-blowing views, world-class museums and some of the best craft breweries on the ...

The South Island’s walks span mountains, fiords, forests, rivers and glaciers. Locals will tell you Te Waipounamu has the best hikes in Aotearoa ...

Get your thrills high in the sky or deep underground, race at high speeds over water or on two wheels. Te Ika-a-Māui, the North Island, has ...

Get a load of this subtropical treasure trove of lush native bush, pristine beaches, volcanic monoliths and geothermal wonders that is Te ...

This World Heritage Site contains some of Aotearoa New Zealand’s best untamed natural beauty. Fiordland is the perfect place to disconnect from ...

If you like to stroll the green on award-winning courses surrounded by stunning scenery, Te Wiapounamu’s golf courses have plenty to offer. ...

This sun-drenched corner of the South Island is the largest wine-growing region in New Zealand, and you should take full advantage by visiting a ...

It’s one of the North Island’s favourite holiday destinations – ringed by golden beaches, blanketed in green valleys and beautiful rainforests, ...

The Bay of Islands is a subtropical paradise with myriad ways to enjoy the sparkling blue waters. It’s also home to charming towns, natural ...

Get off the beaten track and experience untamed nature in the raw and rugged Catlins. You’ll find gorgeous waterfalls and quirky collections of ...

Sometimes overlooked on the great southern road trip, Oamaru is a destination with wildlife, wine, history and future up its sleeve. Get your ...

Experience the healing properties of slipping into a mineral hot spring, get your pulse racing with one of Rotorua’s famous adventure ...

Stunning landscapes to satisfy any appetite for nature, whether you’re setting out on a relaxing lakeside walk, a multi-day hike or bike ride, ...

The North Island’s balmy and bountiful wine country is all rolling hills and dramatic cliffs, with stunning Art Deco architecture you won’t find ...

The South Island is bursting with adventure activities to give you that heart-pounding rush of excitement. It’s the birthplace of jet boating ...

Te Waipounamu’s thriving arts communities, Māori cultural experiences and colonial architecture form a rich tapestry. Dip your toe in some local ...