TravelCoromandel Peninsula: Peak fitnessHelen van Berkel tackles the Pinnacles walk and discovers astounding scenery - when she works up the courage to open her eyes.26 Jan 11:00 PM
TourismHuka Lodge wins travel awardA New Zealand luxury lodge has been recognised for its consistent high standards by a century-old English high society magazine.26 Jan 01:50 AM
TravelRoad trip: Closer to homeKaren Jackson rediscovers New Zealand's riches from the comfort of a well-stocked campervan.25 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandKelly Tarlton's: In at the deep end with scary sharksJaqueline Smith put her hand up for a swim in Kelly Tarlton's Shark Cage and was relieved it wasn't bitten off.22 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelQueenstown B&B named best in South PacificA rural bed and breakfast near Queenstown has been named the best accommodation of its type in the South Pacific.22 Jan 12:45 AM
TravelTasman: Close encounter of furred kindExplorer Abel Tasman missed out on a wonderful park, writes Jim Eagles.21 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelHow to start a new chapter in your travelsFind inspiration from classic books such as <I>Dracula</I> and <I>Where the Wild Things Are</I>.18 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelAuckland: Park lifeKerri Jackson takes a walk through Auckland's expansive botanic gardens and discovers more than flora and fauna.17 Jan 11:00 PM
TravelBay of Plenty: Adventures start with Base JumperSue Baxalle's family try out a 4-berth campervan for size.17 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelTuatapere: The little town with a big backboneTuatapere has created a unique walking track with a difference, says Andrew Stone.16 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelTiritiri Matangi: Birds of paradiseGreg Dixon takes a day trip to a treasured island and meets a variety of indigenous inhabitants going about their daily rituals.16 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelGreytown: History amid the wild beautyVictorian-style Greytown has long been a hot holiday spot.14 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelRiverton: Great southern landJacqui Madelin delves into the historic Riverton coast.13 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds keen for lodge giveawayA Taranaki businessman's proposal to give away a historic 10-bedroom lodge on the slopes of Mt Taranaki has drawn almost 300 submissions from New Zealand and overseas.12 Jan 07:57 PM
TravelWaitakere: Backyard adventurePamela Wade walks the new Hillary Trail in the Waitakeres.12 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelPlayground on the wild sideHerald photographer Sarah Ivey recalls a trip to Lake Ellery in the deep south.12 Jan 03:00 PM
AirlinesMore flights scheduled for QueenstownAir New Zealand is to increase the number of direct flights between Australia and Queenstown this winter.11 Jan 10:51 PM
New ZealandSpecial day on the trail of Sir EdThe family of Sir Edmund Hillary yesterday marked the second anniversary of his death by walking a rugged seaside hill track which bears his name.11 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelCyclone forces midnight escapeIn the third of our series, Alanah May Eriksen recalls her family's flight from a storm-battered camping ground.11 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandOpunake: Town of high achievers boasts some really great surfing tooIt could be something in the water or maybe it's the clean country air - but for whatever reason, Opunake has produced more than its fair share of high-achieving New Zealanders.10 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandGreat Barrier wants cycleway linkGreat Barrier Island is emphasising its wealth of natural features and paucity of cars in an application to become part of the New Zealand Cycleway.10 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelKawakawa: Pioneer route back on trackMost travellers in the north know Kawakawa as the town with the railway running down the middle of the main street.08 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandOutdoors safety code aims to cut tragediesIncidents of tourists hiking in rugged terrain in Jandals and running out of food while out camping have led to the development of a NZ outdoors code.07 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelSex and sex toys the new vibe at hotelsCouples getting intimate in hallways and swimming pools, forgotten sex toys and even a misplaced nun's habit feature in a shocking hotel chain survey.07 Jan 12:30 AM
TravelSurf's up and the coffee's hot at spectacular Piha BeachPhoebe Falconer checks out another great summer holiday place within an hour's drive of downtown Auckland.06 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelFranklin Zoo: A walk on the wild side at TuakauThe zoo provides a home and rehabilitation for at-risk animals as well as chances for visitors to interact with the animals every day.06 Jan 03:00 PM
TravelGreat Barrier: Barrier break awayPaul Rush goes on a journey of discovery and draws on his survival skills to become a castaway.05 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandBotanic Gardens: Plants to delight the eyePhoebe Falconer suggests a series of great summer holiday destinations within an hour's drive of downtown Auckland.05 Jan 03:00 PM
New Zealand$40 fine 'small price to pay' for touristsVisitors to the Coromandel say a $40 fine for freedom campers will do little to deter those who choose to doss down in beach carparks.05 Jan 03:00 PM
New ZealandRangitoto: Botanical gem on city doorstepLava caves, lava fields, pillars and tunnels are all part of Rangitoto's landscape.03 Jan 03:00 PM
