Catherine Smith enjoys the high life with great views at Matakauri Lodge.

Owners of a Whangarei lodge have apologised after turning away a lesbian couple who had booked a shared bed - but are not ready to welcome back gay people.

A mix of comfort and adventure awaits you, writes Elisabeth Easther.

A luxury lodge in Canterbury has survived earthquake damage to be named home of one of the top suites in the world.

Jennifer Ennion discovers Thailand's Koh Phangan is perfect for those who want to get away from it all.

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

Increasing numbers of campsite holidaymakers fly to Italy, but taking the decision to drive across mainland Europe is worth the effort.

Joanne Carroll's confidence grows in safe Fijian waters.

Aussie travellers are among the worst culprits when it comes to stealing souvenirs from hotel rooms.

Justine Tyerman delves into the history of a grand old house in Manapouri, Fiordland.

A former Takapuna Grammar student, who migrated from Malaysia 12 years ago, has just completed one of this year's biggest commercial property deals.

King Kong thunders into Melbourne this June. Rachel Grunwell meets the lead.

Brett Atkinson explores the charms of Niue's coral atoll.

A fully equipped motorhome has replaced a canvas tent in Sarah Lawrence's holiday affections

If I seem a bit sniffy, I assure Robertson locals, it's certainly not intentional nor an indication that I don't like the place.

On Lantau Island off Hong Kong, Duncan Gillies sees Snow White and an extremely large Buddha.

A Queenstown hotel and a Marlborough bed and breakfast rated well with TripAdvisor guests.

Two tenants who moved into their Auckland state house two years after the start of World War II are still living there - more than 70 years later.

Rustic mountain huts, baches on the beach and a miner’s cottage with vineyard views - Danielle Wright discovers humble holiday homes to book in advance.

Hawkes Bay real estate agent Simon Tremain says he will fight a verdict of unsatisfactory conduct from the Real Estate Agents Authority.

A big "explosion" over a year in bedbug infestations is being blamed on the hard-to-kill pests hitching rides to Auckland on increasing numbers of world travellers.

A secluded country house amid olive groves offers boutique hotel services as well as outstanding views, says Mick Webb.

Packages with 'the comforts of home' on New Zealand's Great Walks are gaining popularity.