Sharon Stephenson travels back in time to the kitsch 60s.

The 30km latest addition to Te Araroa - the nation's 3000km north-south hiking trail - over country music star Shania Twain's Central Otago high country property - is no walk in the park.

Tim Lamb turns easy rider for a two-wheeled tour of Central Otago.

If there's an easier way to make a living than wrapping rubber bands around your face, no one has told Shay Horay.

A trek in the remote Ruahine Range turns into a religious experience for Tess Redgrave.

Hanmer Springs' chief attraction is its thermal resort and spa and the sleepy town is the perfect place to relax, writes Janetta Mackay.