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.

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

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.

Cathedral caves and ringing birdsong - the Catlins astound Jane Jeffries.

From wildlife to heritage to chocolate, Peter Feeney finds plenty of reasons to extend your visit to Dunedin.

Room escape games are taking the world by storm so Elisabeth Easther took a posse of puzzlers to find out what all the fuss is about. We promise, no spoilers.

Shandelle Battersby spends a night in the bush at Waitakere Estate.

This South Taranaki town has some top-notch dining and several great museums.

Shandelle Battersby roughs it, Auckland-style, in a luxury motorhome for a weekend.

Motoring the Mainland loop is a classic trip, finds Cameron Williamson.

Open Kasey and Karena Bird's new cookbook and you'll find recipes that owe much to the fresh-caught fish of their home town, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Elisabeth Easther enjoys the serenity at a boutique hotel in the capital.

Chase the sun north to a proud town where Elisabeth Easther finds a warm welcome and a fascinating history.

A Central Otago boutique hotel with a conscience mixes pleasure with wellbeing, discovers Jesse Mulligan.

Te Papa never does anything by halves. The new exhibit, 'Gallipoli: The Scale of Our War', to mark the centenary of the Gallipoli landing, is an extraordinary event.