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He Tangata: A chat with Rose Griffin
Elisabeth talks to Rose Griffin, of The Gentle Cycling Company.

Which area has the keenest beach-goers?
Find out how many days Kiwis spend at the beach by region.

Your best camping tips
Here's a selection of great camping tips sent in by readers - plus a chance to WIN a Kathmandu tent.

Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia
Tina Trenkner-Meade checks into reasonably-priced digs in a great location.

Great Kiwi stays honoured
The results of this year's annual Booking.com Guest Review Awards are in and 13 properties in New Zealand have received honours.

Nelson Tasman: In the land of Plenty
A fully equipped home on wheels and a week of sun thrills Anna King Shahab.

Tips for a smooth camping trip
Readers who entered our Kathmandu Summer Camping competition give their best tips for making camping holidays go more smoothly.

On a natural high in Glenorchy
Stephanie Holmes finds a multitude of benefits after an uphill struggle.

Just wild about the South's Riviera
It's small but perfectly formed and too good for a flying visit, writes Eleanor Ainge Roy.

Travel Insider: Marlborough
What's your favourite thing about living in Marlborough? The proximity to a diverse and incredible outdoor playground: five minutes

Six overlooked Auckland gems
The sunny outlook for Auckland Anniversary Day is an ideal opportunity to get out of the house and explore the beauty the region has to offer.

He Tangata: Sandy Waters
Elisabeth Easther meets Sandy Waters the owner/operator of Snowy Waters Lodge in Raetihi.

Queenstown: Private pleasures
Amid the hurly-burly adventures to be had, Riki Swannell opts for quiet ult-luxe.

Busting a knee on Shania Twain's trail
Scott K MacLeod spends three days shivering and hobbling his way along the Motatapu Track.

Eat, drink and love Southland
Eleanor Ainge Roy swigs, slurps, munches and nibbles through a food safari.

Stephanie Holmes: Left, right and over it
DoC's confusing direction signs raise the ire of Stephanie Holmes.

Hawke's Bay: Glamping all the way
If doing the hard yards on a camping trip isn't your thing, how about glamping?

Stars' best Kiwi camping tips
We've rounded up some expert campers to share their best advice for weekends away.

Auckland's most accessible regional parks
So you fancy escaping the city but don't want to spend all day in your car? Here's everything you need to know about Auckland's most accessible regional parks.

Choosing the best Kiwi festivals for 2017
Leila George looks at the best of the Kiwi festivals for 2017.

Summer secrets
In response to our SoFloat competition, readers share their favourite relaxing holiday spots and cherished memories from those places.

Summer holidays: World famous in NZ
One of the great joys about January in New Zealand is that you can always grab a bottle and a picnic and find a deserted beach ...

Where to go to enjoy NZ nature
Fancy a bush walk or want to see an albatross? Here is where to go to enjoy the best New Zealand has to offer.

Summer holiday spend-up in Coromandel
Kiwis spent more in the Coromandel last summer than in any other holiday hot-spot, according to research by consumer spending analysts

Bikini blogger mocked by Kiwi fans
Australia's favourite bikini blogger has been mocked by fans for thinking Australians are the first to open their Christmas presents.

World's best new hotel is in NZ
The luxurious Helena Bay Lodge in Northland has been named the world's best new hotel.