Elisabeth Easther finds a goldmine of flora and fauna on coastal walking tracks.

Never shy of sticking her oar in, Elisabeth Easther shares some ideas for nautical adventures you can embark on - if you sea fit.

Danielle Wright takes her family on a vintage steam train along the main street of a tiny town with a big reputation.

Justine Tyerman meets an all-star cast on the Milford Track.

Justine Tyerman manages to leave Waiheke with her limbs intact after spending Easter - but not a fortune - on the island with her family.

Catherine Smith pedals Taranaki's seafront, stopping along the way.

Elisabeth Easther hits the Ngati Otara trail and finds gems along the way.

Justine Tyerman joins the Milford Track fan club.

Elisabeth Easther visits the South Island's sealife mecca.

Tent, sheltered swims and G&Ts provide Jane Binsley's family with Tapapakanga tranquillity.

Donna McIntyre and kids glide across the ice at Mission Bay.

The wonderful Waipara Valley produces remarkable handcrafted classic wines, writes Paul Rush.

Danielle Wright and family discover life is laid-back on Rakino Island.

Danielle Wright finds a game of snakes and ladders the perfect lure for her family along the Pakuranga Rotary Walk.

Justine Tyerman delves into the history of a grand old house in Manapouri, Fiordland.

Elisabeth Easther delves into a true national treasure - Rotorua.

Edward Gay flies CV91 to a remote outpost of New Zealand.

Elisabeth Easther on a charming southern town.

Three volcanoes, a castle and a train make for magical holiday ingredients, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Danielle Wright takes a sneak peek under water in a glass-bottom boat at New Zealand's first marine reserve, at Leigh.