Auckland's easternmost suburb offers the ideal family trifecta: bike trails, beaches and stunning beauty, writes Debbie Griffiths.

4 of the best learn-to-ride bike trails for kids to find their balance.

Bush lovers, art enthusiasts and beach babes alike will be taken with the Kapiti locale.

Rob Cox refuses to let some wild and crazy weather ruin a weekend away at Glinks Gully.

Michael Brown and his family test-drive some of the city's 21st century attractions.

Alexia Santamaria finds out some of the city’s most delicious secrets.

Elisabeth Easther enjoys great outdoor activities in a quaint hamlet.

Pull on your gumboots for four days of exhibitions, contests, entertainment, food and even art and fashion at Hamilton's Fieldays, says Sarah Ell.

There's more to check out while you're in the region for Fieldays.

There's no shortage of options for keen skiers in the South Island, writes Jane Jeffries.

The decades-long battle for Otago's cycle route was worth it, finds Cassandra Mason.

It’s cold outside, but the last thing we want to do is hibernate all season long.

Kelly Lynch outlines what's happening at the largest ski resorts around the country.

Danielle Wright snowshoes cross-country in Wanaka.

A town rich in history and teeming with native birdlife charms Elisabeth Easther.

Here's a glimpse at where the rich and famous sleep when they are in Auckland.

The North Shore is a playground for footy fans seeking a break, writes Sarah Ell.

Young and old are captivated at museum's new exhibition, finds Dionne Christian.

Music jams, history lessons, making new friends — the best things in life can be enjoyed for nix in Auckland, Diana Clement discovers.

Catherine Smith makes friends with feathered creatures great and small on a Habitat Tour.

Lovely harbour has a rich history and top fish and chips, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Fergus Blakiston finds time between lattes for snowboarding on a trip to Queenstown.

A literary tour of the West Coast takes Bronwyn Sell on a journey that traverses brooding landscapes.

A hike up and down a volcano gets Duncan Garner thinking he should really do more of this kind of exercise.

Head to Hawkes Bay for a weekend of culinary delights and top-notch drops, writes Shandelle Battersby.

Elisabeth Easther booked a trip to the wild West Coast to fritter away a weekend.

Lonely Planet has confirmed what Northlanders have known for years - the unmissable site that has made New Zealand's top 10 list.

Enjoy the meandering Kaiapoi River in this pretty little historic town, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Elisabeth Easther makes some scaly, slithery new friends.

Daily deals make it even easier to pick up what Ponsonby is putting down, writes Donna McIntyre.