TravelWaitangi: Keeping the kids at BayRob Cox and family are charmed by Waitangi and its neighbouring towns.25 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandThe word 'Christmas' gets the heave-hoA leading Auckland migrant settlement agency is avoiding the word Christmas and will instead be talking about "happy holidays" and "season's greetings".20 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelKia ora: Tokomaru BayElisabeth Easther dives into the East Coast's pristine beaches and chilled-out vibe.19 Nov 08:30 PM
TravelMt Taranaki: Ring around a mountainA trip around Mt Taranaki is a magical experience.14 Nov 08:20 PM
TravelCoromandel: Hot spot on the seashoreMeander down to the beach, dig yourself a hole and wallow in the thermal water, says Sarah Ell.14 Nov 02:07 AM
TravelKia ora: WaipuIt's no wonder Scottish migrants chose to settle in Waipu. Elisabeth Easther discovers its secrets.12 Nov 08:30 PM
TravelDunedin: Scarfing it down in scarfie townHungry, and perhaps a little thirsty in Dunedin? Anna King Shahab discovers 10 great places to sate your appetite.11 Nov 11:00 PM
TravelBlenheim: Horrors and heroes of warPeter Jackson uses his creative genius to tell aviation stories.10 Nov 11:00 PM
TravelAuckland: Be a tourist in your own townSarah Ell finds our favourites around the edges of the city.08 Nov 02:00 AM
TravelSouthland: Just BluffingBluff has an annual rainfall of about 1000mm, although I'm told the town enjoyed just as brilliant a summer as the rest of us.08 Nov 12:57 AM
TravelPauanui: Family-friendly gathering placePauanui was a perfect weekend getaway, says Holly Jean Brooker.07 Nov 02:00 AM
TravelKia ora: KumaraElisabeth Easther strikes gold for visitors to the West Coast's former mining town.05 Nov 08:30 PM
TravelNorthland: The curves of the roadHelen van Berkel becomes a fan of life on the road as she tours Northland in style.03 Nov 08:00 PM
TravelWhakatane: Flying in styleElisabeth Easther takes a trip back to a time when flight was an adventure.03 Nov 02:00 AM
TravelCentral Otago: In the valley of exquisite pinotIn the heart of Central Otago Paul Davies is a little enclave that gives wine lovers a taste of heaven.02 Nov 08:00 PM
TravelRaglan: Surf the weekend awaySo you're a grommet, I say to my teen on the way to Raglan. He looks puzzled but his friends enlighten him. A grommet or grom is slang for a young surfer.31 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelWaiheke: Clip-clopping island-styleLong faces are nowhere to be seen when trekking on Waiheke, discovers Pamela Wade.30 Oct 08:00 PM
TravelKia ora: PateaElisabeth Easther gets down to the disco beat of 'Poi E' with the Patea Maori Club.29 Oct 08:30 PM
TravelWest Coast: Wild, wild westBronwyn Sell finds the natural wonders of the West Coast can match the Big Five of any safari.28 Oct 11:00 PM
OpinionWinston Aldworth: Island praise well deservedWaiheke - The jewel of the Hauraki Gulf has been named as one of the world's best regions in Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2016, the publisher's annual summary of the travel trends for the upcoming year.27 Oct 08:30 PM
TravelFifth best destination in worldLonely Planet rates island among the hottest travel destinations.27 Oct 04:30 PM
TravelGibbs Farm: The magnificent megaphoneLiz Light visits Gibbs Farm for art's sake.25 Oct 02:20 AM
TravelWhirinaki: The forgotten forestDebbie Griffiths discovers the wonder of a Bay of Plenty 'Dinosaur Forest'.23 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelKia ora: PunakaikiPunakaiki's pancake rocks are enough to make Elisabeth Easther flip out.22 Oct 08:30 PM
TravelSouthland: Gore blimeyWhisky and art are the first drawcards - but Colin Hogg is surprised to find there's much more to the once-named Chicago of the south.20 Oct 08:00 PM
TravelMarlborough: Wine country goes hops madWorld-famous for its vines, Marlborough is now getting a reputation for craft beer.18 Oct 08:00 PM
TravelTaupo: No adrenalin requiredFresh local fare, a gentle massage and thermal valleys -- Catherine Smith takes it easy.16 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelKia ora: Titahi BayColourful boatsheds set the scene at friendly Titahi Bay, finds Elisabeth Easther.15 Oct 08:30 PM
EntertainmentAussie Bachelorette loved-up in RotoruaThe Melbourne beauty and her last two suitors take part in white-water rafting, luxury sailing on Waitemata Harbour and trip to Waiheke Island.15 Oct 04:00 PM
TravelFive weird things to do in AucklandMegan Singleton looks at some of the more unusual ways to occupy yourself in Auckland.14 Oct 02:00 AM
TravelKia ora: OphirElisabeth Easther finds gold in a charming hamlet in Central Otago.08 Oct 08:30 PM
TravelBar/fly: Prenzel, BlenheimA fruit distillery provides an alternative to Marlborough's usual wine tours.08 Oct 02:00 AM