The Central Plateau is making a name for itself in viticulture, writes Jim Eagles.

The imposing spirit of New Zealand's greatest soldier, Charles Upham, dominated the second leg of my rail trip on the TranzCoastal.

Liz Light explores a heritage trail that has escaped intrusion by developers and entrepreneurs.

Jim Eagles is granted rare access to the lonely but lovely Sub Antarctic islands.

Jim Eagles finds the attractions of this rail route very much suit his tastebuds.

Jim Eagles' journey aboard the Kaitaki from Wellington to Picton leaves him feeling replete.

Megan Singleton grabs some vino and enjoys a girls' weekend in magical Mangawhai.

Jim Eagles gets a dose of wildlife and culture in a stopover on his great NZ train journey.

Joelle Thomson talks to one of the founding fathers of Marlborough's wine industry.

Jim Eagles continues his exploration of New Zealand by train, checking out the Ohakune Old Coach Road.

Jetstar has opened a pay-per-use lounge at Auckland Airport's domestic terminal.

Kerri Jackson revels in the luxury of Auckland's restored and refined Hotel DeBrett.

Victoria Bartle looks at the people behind Nelson's boutique breweries.

Jim Eagles takes a fresh look at rail travel in New Zealand.

Diana Clement is blown away by the views, birdlife and forests of Northland's Bream Head.

Jim Eagles braves rough seas, icebergs and whipping rain to get to know some of the amusing inhabitants of the Sub-Antarctic islands.

Taranaki town is so bard it's brilliant, writes Chris Samsara.

Helen van Berkel tackles the Pinnacles walk and discovers astounding scenery - when she works up the courage to open her eyes.

A New Zealand luxury lodge has been recognised for its consistent high standards by a century-old English high society magazine.

Karen Jackson rediscovers New Zealand's riches from the comfort of a well-stocked campervan.

Jaqueline Smith put her hand up for a swim in Kelly Tarlton's Shark Cage and was relieved it wasn't bitten off.

A rural bed and breakfast near Queenstown has been named the best accommodation of its type in the South Pacific.

Explorer Abel Tasman missed out on a wonderful park, writes Jim Eagles.

Find inspiration from classic books such as Dracula and Where the Wild Things Are.

Kerri Jackson takes a walk through Auckland's expansive botanic gardens and discovers more than flora and fauna.

Sue Baxalle's family try out a 4-berth campervan for size.

Tuatapere has created a unique walking track with a difference, says Andrew Stone.

Greg Dixon takes a day trip to a treasured island and meets a variety of indigenous inhabitants going about their daily rituals.