Eli Orzessek on how to get more from the pilgrimage all Kiwis should make.

A fully equipped home on wheels and a week of sun thrills Anna King Shahab.

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

Elisabeth Easther talks to Craig Rutland, proprietor of Last Light Lodge and Cafe, Tuatapere, Southland.

Trail markers and directions fail the Travel team again. This time, Grant Bradley is faced with a big call in the back of beyond.

Stephanie Holmes finds a multitude of benefits after an uphill struggle.

It's small but perfectly formed and too good for a flying visit, writes Eleanor Ainge Roy.

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

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.

Scott K MacLeod spends three days shivering and hobbling his way along the Motatapu Track.

Shandelle Battersby flies NZ417 to the capital.

Eleanor Ainge Roy swigs, slurps, munches and nibbles through a food safari.

Chocolatefish Media owner Adele Thurlow shares the best things about her adopted home.

There's more to a great beach than sand and surf.

DoC's confusing direction signs raise the ire of Stephanie Holmes.

If doing the hard yards on a camping trip isn't your thing, how about glamping?

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

Elisabeth Easther looks back on her big collection of small town stories.

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

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 ...

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

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

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

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

Gore's anti-prohibition whisky makers had plenty of bite, writes Eleanor Ainge Roy.

Justine Tyerman and her husband warm to the deadline-free realities of life on the road.

COMMENT: Christmas is an official holiday pass to do what you want.

Soak up Waiheke's creativity, writes Dionne Christian.

A new mascot for Waitomo has been unveiled. Sam the Moa sits on the side of State Highway 37 in Hangatiki. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Queues? What queues? Lorna Subritzky goes by rail to enjoy Tongariro National Park and salutes traffic jams as she passes through.