Sally Jackson tests the waters at five of New Zealand's lesser-known hot springs.

Steve Braunias finds his muse in a hotel room.

Sarah Atkinson checks into a Superior Lakeview Room in NZ's geothermal heartland.

Try one of these great routes next time you're in the mood for a roadie.

Lauren Jones takes a week-long roadie that crams in heaps of South Island beauty spots.

A return trip goes up a gear, writes D'Arcy Waldegrave.

Eli Orzessek checks into a centrally-located hotel with waterfront views.

Eveline Harvey takes in the serenity and starry skies while staying at a Napier vineyard.

It's a great place to break your journey, as Shandelle Battersby discovers.

A relaxing weekend is not for everyone, writes Tina Moore.

Five-star luxury and sustainability can be a winning mix, writes Sarah Daniell.

Courtney Whitaker checks in for the Veuve Clicquot Hotel du Marc-experience.

Living among the vines is wonderful when you don't have to do any work.

Greg Bruce and his family enjoy a Coromandel break, despite the weather.

Elisabeth Easther checks into Northland motel that's heavy on Kiwiana charm.

Helen van Berkel discovers the windswept treasures of our islands off to the side.

These Aussie astrophotographers make our country look amazing.

Get out and around and about this beautiful country, writes Lauren Jones.

Sarah Downs finds 10 family-friendly Rotorua activities and five just for the grown ups.

Thousands visit this town each winter - here are the most luxurious boltholes on offer.

Greg Fleming stays at an award-winning boutique hotel in Canterbury.

Driving from Auckland to Queenstown, Jonathan Killick deals to an unwelcome stowaway.

A trip to the beach in Taranaki brings much into focus, writes Sadie Beckman.

Shandelle Battersby checks into a Heritage Collection hotel on Taupo's lakefront.

In the run-up to the winter festival Lorna Subritzky has great food and wine suggestions.

A celebration takes Michelle Hurley to a special winery and an equally special farm.

Good food and wine in beautiful surroundings make for a memorable Waiheke visit.

A motorhome break is enjoyable for the whole family, writes Anna King Shahab.

Pampering in Paihia is the icing on a Bay of Islands trip, writes Miriyana Alexander.

Kelly Lynch spends an afternoon exploring a secluded reserve in Whangarei.