TourismFive-star hotel planned for top waterfront spotA five-star, 300-room hotel will fill former America's Cup sites on one of the most valuable pieces of waterside property in the country.13 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelQueenstown: Relax like a RomanElizabeth Binning exchanges adventure for luxury in a Queenstown hideaway.13 Jul 12:00 AM
TravelLonely Planet: Christchurch again 'a valid destination'Christchurch "is back on its feet as far as welcoming travellers" and is still worth a two or three day visit.12 Jul 07:51 PM
Opinion<i>Jim Eagles:</i> Tightening rules for campers a fine planIs the threat of a $200 instant fine going to deter the feckless minority of free campers?11 Jul 08:00 PM
TravelVintage pub's boutique claims grossly misleading, says guestAn old central Auckland pub has attracted visitors by advertising itself as a "boutique hotel".11 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelRussell: Northern lightsHistory is served up with gorgeous scenery and great food on a road trip to Russell, writes Susan Edmunds.11 Jul 02:00 AM
TravelHuntly: More than meets the eyeIt's not everyone's idea of an ideal place to visit, but Elisabeth Easther finds treasures on a trip to Huntly.09 Jul 05:30 PM
TourismTourists 'talk' their way aroundOverseas visitors are ditching brochures and tuning into radio as their preferred travel guide to New Zealand.09 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelA weekend in gorgeous GisborneThere's nothing quite like a weekend of incredible food and wine to wash away the blues.08 Jul 12:00 AM
TravelKaitaia: Golden age of the DalliesIt's definitely not a winterless spot, but there's warmth in Northland's history, says Pamela Wade.07 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelQueenstown: New hotels open up 'other side' of WakatipuThe city's recently-opened Hilton properties are situated in a stunning lakeside location, writes Belinda Henley.06 Jul 01:00 AM
KahuCultural village puts Te Hana back on the mapA replica 17th-century Maori village is reinvigorating a town, discovers Danielle Wright.04 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelTen of the best ... Sunday drives from AucklandHop in the car and explore the byways beyond our biggest city. Cate Foster goes wandering.03 Jul 12:00 AM
TravelGet merry in MatakanaJust north of Auckland is a cluster of our best vineyards, discovers Susan Edmunds.02 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionJohn RoughanJohn Roughan: Courage beyond the volcanoFour times in the past week, I have put my life in the hands of Air New Zealand's decision to fly under an ash cloud.01 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelHawkes Bay: A big bite out of the BayA weekend in Hawkes Bay was timed well for the food and wine festival, writes Catherine Smith.01 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelChatham Islands: Myths form on mystic islesMagnificent formations on the Chathams deserve their own tales, writes Jim Eagles.30 Jun 05:30 PM
TravelMt Maunganui: Up, up and away with boredomIt's never too early for your children to become social climbers, writes Alex Tully.30 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandBackpackers cop blame for plague of bedbugsBedbugs are back - experts say a plague is affecting hotels, apartments and student housing.29 Jun 05:30 PM
LifestyleA creative retreat in beautiful MangawhaiRetreat to a beachside paradise with conversation and craft, writes Amanda Linnell.29 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandSnow news not good newsThe skiing outlook for the upcoming school holidays is better than it was, but what is really needed is a snow storm.28 Jun 01:29 AM
TravelAuckland to Wellington: It's the journey that countsGood things take time, as Danielle Wright discovers on an Overlander scenic train trip to Wellington.27 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandPolar blast to blow skifield gates openA bitterly cold southerly from the Antarctic will sweep up the country this week, bringing snow to all skifields.26 Jun 05:30 PM
TravelHelensville: West of EdenHelensville weaves its historic origins into a modern-day paradise, writes Cate Foster.25 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandEden Park security staff talk of boycottSecurity officers at the firm operating in Eden Park have threatened boycotts because they say they are unpaid.24 Jun 05:30 PM
TravelWalking the Waiheke wayGood food and wine reward your exertions on a new Waiheke track, writes Donna McIntyre.24 Jun 05:30 PM
TourismHilton opens two new hotels in QueenstownQueenstown's tourism industry has been given a huge boost with the opening of two Hilton-operated hotels.23 Jun 09:43 PM
OpinionBrian RudmanBrian Rudman: Chinatown idea misses pointHere we go again. Another call to designate an enclave of Auckland "Chinatown".23 Jun 05:30 PM
TravelBreathtaking encounter with 'cloud-piercer'New Zealand's highest peak is a magnificent sight even on a cloudy day, writes Jim Eagles.23 Jun 12:00 AM
TravelMackenzie Country: A southern trail of epicurean fanciesThere are of course dozens of wineries around Lake Dunstan, but I had decided to focus on the Gibbston Valley area.22 Jun 05:30 PM
Small BusinessHire rate tripled but 'we're not like hotels'Rugby World Cup fans wanting to hire campervans face a shock.22 Jun 05:30 PM
TourismTourism operators urged to focus on Oz and AsiaStatistics New Zealand yesterday reported visitor numbers for the year ended May were up 1 per cent to 2.5 million.21 Jun 05:30 PM
TravelTravel book: <i>New Zealand Landscapes</i>This book was honoured as the best pictorial book in this year's Cathay Pacific Travel Media Awards and it's easy to see why.20 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelWild weekend on a budgetDiana Clement grabs a cheap weekend in the Central North Island.20 Jun 12:00 AM
