Elisabeth Easther explores a piece of paradise, at the top of the South Island.

Elisabeth Easther finds herself stoked with a small town's selection of brews.

Elisabeth Easther cycles the Great Taste Trail from Nelson to Kaiteriteri.

This caring community's a one-stop shop for food, fiestas and outdoor fun.

There are mouth-watering distractions on the Tasman Great Taste Trail, writes Fiona Terry.

The Wilsons could rightly claim Abel Tasman, but choose to share the land.

Abel Tasman's coastal track meanders past some of our most beautiful bays and beaches.

The 'Island of Weka' is full of natural beauty, says Elisabeth Easther.

Nelson is host to a bike path that meanders through beautiful countryside.

After a hard day's hike, there's nothing better than a gourmet meal.

Rika Milne shares the Abel Tasman Coast Track with a fascinating array of other walkers.

Jill Worrall takes a hike to one of her favourite South Island beaches.