A Rotorua couple's retreat is full of surprises, finds Rebecca Barry Hill.

Trotting out to West Auckland for a day of equestrian events, Elisabeth Easther discovered the charms of Woodhill Sands Equestrian Centre.

Eveline Harvey enjoys a babymoon break in the heart of the city.

Elisabeth Easther gets a little taste of what the generous fruit bowl of New Zealand has to offer.

Taupo has some great places to eat out - here are Megan Singleton's top five recommendations.

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.

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.

It's a bewildering experience, that first half-hour drive on the highway north of Napier, finds Jamie Morton.

Elisabeth Easther scopes out the many attractions of the tiny community nestled at the end of Lake Wakatipu.

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.

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.

Jane Jeffries looks forward to ski season at the North Island's great mountain.

Justine Tyerman has a few problems with her conscience on the Hollyford Track.

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.