Rob Cox longs for a lake view and a big tub.

Nicky Park plays leading lady during a rainy weekend excursion to the Coromandel.

Joanna Mathers uncovers disquieting stories of places where the former inhabitants just don't want to let go ...

This exclusive island on the Great Barrier Reef has six luxury tents with kingsize beds and reef outlooks. For further information see wilsonisland.com.

Caroline Phillips visits Puglia's newest village resort and marvels at the region's food.

Two South Island hotels are looking forward to big spin-offs after appearing on Conde Nast Traveler's 'Hot List'.

Surf Haven Bali is an exclusive retreat for women which offers an ideal environment for rejuvenation and relaxation.

For further information see surfhavenbali.com.

Despite its remoteness in South Luangwa National Park, Zebra Plains combines discreet indulgence with authentic bush atmosphere.

A quick trip down country allows Alexia Santamaria a break from two little boys and plenty of chances to indulge her feminine side

It's all happening in Queensland - from the reopening of the upgraded Orpheus Island resort to a plan to protect the turtles on Heron Island.

The views from Cumbria's Dome House are spectacular, with Lake Windermere and a great arc of craggy peaks clearly visible over the rooftops of Bowness.

A B&B in the wilds of Montana offers hospitality to wolves as well as humans, writes Rhys Davies.

More than a dozen lighthouses in Sardinia are to be leased to private businesses and converted into boutique hotels.

Bath butlers, shoe removers and fire stokers: tiny Bhutan treats its visitors like members of its royal family, Leah McLennan writes.

Danielle Wright spends a weekend on Kawau Island and discovers an ideal lifestyle for resourceful people.

The elegant charm of lakeside Queenstown brings on an old-fashioned feeling of serenity for this lucky couple.

Airport authorities have established a campervan park to allow travellers a chance to get a good night's rest prior to embarking on their journey.

Freedom campers have much to offer, write Tony and Sandra Gavin, freedom campers from Wellington.

Copenhagen's Ibsens Hotel is located just north of Norreport Station, amid residential housing, cafes, bakeries and boutiques.

Whangamata remains the top spot for Kiwi holidaymakers over summer, according to new figures.

A touch of luxury is being offered for trampers on the rugged Auckland coastal trail bearing the name of explorer Sir Edmund Hillary.

Sandspit Holiday Park Park is a family-oriented getaway 45 minutes north of Auckland that is steeped in history.

Backpackers are still flocking to Christchurch as a must-stop destination, despite the ongoing shaking.

Hôtel Americano, the latest project of the Mexican hotel group Habita, is in Manhattan's Chelsea district.

Leah McLennan plays tourist in her own city at the five-star Crowne Plaza Coogee Beach.