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.

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.

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.

Beautiful Portobello has wildlife, great views and excellent coffee.

'Twas the month before Christmas when photographer Jason Oxenham got an all-access pass to the making of the Smith & Caughey's Santa rooms. Story by Kim Knight.

Parnell is enjoying a renaissance thanks to its retailers and galleries, writes Sarah Daniell.

A huge new body of water on their property wasn't part of their plan, but these North Canterbury farmers want to make hay while the sun shines.

The Bay of Islands' biggest jewel is ideal for a classic Kiwi beach break, writes Elisabeth Easther.

No, it's not the Sheraton or the Four Seasons - New Zealand's latest accommodation provider to list its wares on Booking.com falls a little further off the beaten track.

Everything from lakes and beaches to cities and movie sets have featured in New Zealand's most Instagrammed locations this year.

Shandelle Battersby checks into The Heritage Collection Waterfront Suites, Paihia.

New research from Cheapflights.co.nz found Kiwis looked for cleanliness, decent toilets and a good range of bars and restaurants in airports.

Farmer Stu Muir talks to Matt Philp about transformation and taniwha.

Elisabeth Easther finds horticultural heaven, just a short jaunt down the motorway.

NZ places where earthquakes or volcanic activity have changed the landscape forever.