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Akaroa's French Bay House is a homely B&B ideal for romance and exploring the local area.
Turns out -8 degrees isn't as cold as you'd expect. But -13C? Forget about it. . .
Low prices aim to give tourism industry a boost in what is usually its peak season.
Beyond Queenstown's obvious attractions are fascinating history-rich gems and raw thrills.
The route from Dunedin to Oamaru is a pleasant 90-minute drive, full of foodie treats.
To travel Northland's Kauri Coast is to journey through time.
The Scenic Plus experience on the Coastal Pacific is a unique way to see New Zealand.
Devonport provides prime Prada Cup watching and primo food and drink.
16 students are completing New Zealand's most adventurous Hillary expedition.
We bring you the best travel deals going.
Samantha Olley checks into the Onetangi Beach Apartments at Waiheke Island.
A flying visit to Hawke's Bay gives the chance to get close to a national icon.
This Central Otago apartment accommodation makes the most of Lake Dunstan location.
The sun, sand and surf are still there, but there are many new reasons to visit.
Local experts from some of New Zealand's loveliest regions recommend the top spots to see.
Ōpua's Marina Cove caters for those wanting a boutique getaway
Kiwi as bites you'll only find in New Zealand.
Ōpua's Marina Cove caters for those wanting a boutique getaway
Kiwi as bites you'll only find in New Zealand.
Stay in this cottage on a working farm, surrounded by palms, cycads, cacti and more.
In Nelson, 'it feels as if the sun is on you, no matter where you go'.
In the outer Marlborough Sounds is one of the most scenic, and least known, roads in NZ.
Aer you up to cycling, walking and kayaking across the South Island in four days?
A remote wilderness experience with hot showers and welcome creature comforts.
From established attractions to remote pools - there's something for everyone.
Aotearoa has some world-class options when it comes to wellbeing retreats.
History's on tap at these indispensable inns.
A guide to the neighbourhoods of Auckland, according to the city's top foodies.
Get your motor running on these spectacular journeys across Aotearoa.
Dozens of cellar doors and plenty of produce to taste in and around Blenheim.
Take the plunge at these away-from-the-crowds locations.
For Kiwis, cruising is back. Here's some of the best trips available this season.
Check out our pick of New Zealand's fairways to heaven.
What does the beach mean for you? Writers explain what their favourite means to them.
The Hawk House near Lake Wānaka is a private, luxurious haven.
There's something sustainable for every budget.
This could be your ticket to one of the most hard to reach places on earth: Antarctica.
Will you all live in a yellow submarine?
Where you'll find the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand.
Load up the chilly bin and head to these superb sites for your summer break.
Holdiay hotspots around the country that deserve a closer look.
Refresh your spirits after the trials of 2020 at one of these high-end destinations.
Wherever you are this summer, keep cool at these perfect Kiwi swim spots.
Load up the chilly bins and the car, and go beach or bush this summer.
"Once you've seen paradise, why would you look anywhere else?"
As far as once in a lifetime trips go, tramping Te Araroa is spectacularly transformative
How many of New Zealand's big roadside objects have you passed?
These destinations might not be on your radar, but visit… we dare you!
Reflective of shifting tastes, one New Zealand experience made this year's list.
We have scoured the country for local record breakers and the strangest bragging rights.
Manea Footprints of Kupe tells of the first chapter of the human story of Aotearoa.
Troy Kingi on Kerikeri's best swim spot and Greg Prebble on Bob Dylan's visit.
Stuart Nash on the Art Deco capital and Delaney Davidson on Lyttleton's storied epicentre.
Eugenie Sage paddles the peninsula Six60 find plenty of reasons to love Invercargill.
Anna Coddington in Raglan and Warren Maxwell's unassuming little gem.
Planning can avoid the 'I just give up' nightmare on an overnight hike
World famous flavours and hidden doughnut dispensaries: get you fill in Wellington.
This summer make the time to seek out a "world famous in NZ" moment all for yourself.
For the real scoop on Aotearoa's most perfect holidays, we ask the experts.
How much do you know about the Chatham Islands and the people who live there?
Terra and Tide offers sailing trips, walking tours, forest therapy and wellness retreats.
This mighty maunga will leave you starry-eyed.
Grab the fins, snorkel or scuba gear and dive into our beautiful underwater world.