Kerri Jackson sings Nelson's praises, even when it's pouring down.

Isaac Davison tries out a floodlit night course at Snow Park.

Heather Ramsay discovers you don't have to be a skier to enjoy The Remarkables.

Jill Worrall finds a surprising number of settlements along the south Wairarapa's seemingly inhospitable coastline.

Pure? Hardly. As the Government tries to woo overseas visitors to the Rugby World Cup, the only tourism boom is backpackers.

Rob Cox enjoys a host of challenging activities at a world-class Hawkes Bay resort.

New Zealand named one of the best by readers of Conde Naste Traveller magazine.

Ten candidates vying to win trip.

Kerri Jackson takes a punt on the weather and finds the windy city beautiful in spring.

No support for debt-ridden tourist icon the Kingston Flyer.

Megan Singleton discovers the powers of chocolate therapy.

Things to do around New Zealand over the next few weeks.

Air NZ to introduce $39 standby fares for Otago University students.

Mounting debts spell end of the line for historic South Island train service.

Things to see and do around NZ as we enter spring.

Maria Slade enjoys some serious snow in Queenstown.

Things to see and do around NZ over the next month.

Cyclists and walkers are like oil and water, says Herald Travel editor Jim Eagles.

Popularity of short-haul travel proves a boon for local tourism.

James Russell relives the joys of a Kiwi surfing safari.

Homeowners willing to let rugby fans take over their house during the Rugby World Cup are set to rake in up to $4500 a week.

Inside Huka Lodge's luxurious new cottage.

From the air, the Orakei Korako thermal area looked like a giant pallette some monster artist had left lying on the banks of Lake Ohakuri.

Find inspiration for your next winter break...

Kate Roff discovers there's more to do in Hanmer Springs than soaking in hot water.

Northland boasts a number of thriving wineries worth a visit, says Helen Twose.