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Kid-friendly fun in our northernmost city
Shandelle Battersby finds plenty of activities for families in and around Whangarei.

Waiheke Island: Welcome return
Neil Reid travels to Waiheke Island for a 24-hour getaway and rediscovers one of the jewels in the wider Auckland region.

Bar/fly: The Duke of Marlborough, Russell
In New Zealand's original seat of power, Winston Aldworth finds a pub to celebrate.

Kia ora: Tasman Village
Elisabeth Easther explores a piece of paradise, at the top of the South Island.

Sea Spray Suites, Paihia
Winston Aldworth checks into a property with postcard views of prime New Zealand scenery.

Wellington: Crafty capital
Wellington is a very easy city to love, and it's just about perfect for a food-and drink-filled weekend getaway.

Dunedin street's bizarre optical illusion
A Dunedin street has become an unlikely tourist attraction, after people have shared photos on social media of a bizarre optical illusion.

Five (more) things for Yao Ming to do in Dunedin
NBA legend Yao Ming made a surprise appearance in Dunedin this week.

Five of NZ's top hot springs
New Zealand is full of these wondrous warm spots and many of them are free. Here are some of the best to check out around the country.

High tea secrets in the Waikato
There's intrigue in the bushes at Zealong estate, and the owners will not give up their secrets easily, learns Tim Roxborogh.

Hitting the snow with kids in tow
Herald Travel readers share their advice for getting kids on skis or boards this winter.

Taranaki: Tangerine dream
A mid-winter mission in a muscle car is just the ticket, writes Alanah Eriksen.

Rotorua: Say spa
A winter treat brings warmth and a feeling of well-being, writes Lydia Jenkin.

Tongariro: Mountain adventure
Andrew Gillick tests his driving and cycling skills in Tongariro National Park.

Top food and drink spots in Central Otago
These places will prove to be the cherry on top of your Otago holiday.

Raw nerves on Mt Ruapehu
Chris Daniels apprehensively doubles down on the North Island's highest mountain.

Paihia: Bay watch
On the way out to Moturua Island, our guide pointed out a spectacular mansion on the sprawling hillsides of Russell.

Taking the waters at Waitomo Caves
Helen van Berkel heads underground with her daughter for the stunning delights of Waitomo.

Taranaki: Under the mountain
Eli Orzessek takes a walk on the wild, wonderful and weird side of Taranaki.

Six things to do in Southland
Venture to the bottom of the country and you'll find a warm welcome.

Nelson: Glam tramping the Abel Tasman
One of the best lookouts on the trail takes in Awaroa Inlet, the home of the beach New Zealanders bought through a crowd-funding campaign earlier in the year.

NZ tops travel destination wishlist
New study shows Brits are taking vast amounts of holidays - and they all want to come to NZ.

Nelson: Winter is perfect for the light festival
Deep in the bush of the Abel Tasman National Park, four trampers are scuffing their feet along a sandy path, eyes intently scanning the canopy above.

Kauri Cliffs: Cliff hanger
Rob Cox finds himself caught short when he takes his wife to the exclusive Kauri Cliffs resort in Northland for a Mother's Day treat.