Queenstown and Southern Lakes has been named one of Lonely Planet's top 10 regions to visit next year.

We've rounded up some of the best events happening all over the country this long weekend.

But for some, buying bullion has been a costly mistake...

No good at skiing? No problem. Danielle Wright sets out in snowshoes through Queenstown's backcountry.

Three good, non-sinister reasons why young foreign tourists would want to hasten their departure

The city's recently-opened Hilton properties are situated in a stunning lakeside location, writes Belinda Henley.

Queenstown's tourism industry has been given a huge boost with the opening of two Hilton-operated hotels.