Train your palate
The new Wairarapa Grape and Grain Escape is a one-day train and coach package that incorporates visits to a Wairarapa vineyard, and Tui Brewery in Mangatainoka. It includes beer tasting and a special Kiwiana lunch. It departs Wellington daily at 8.25am.
Contact: 0800 471 227
On the web: tranzit.co.nz
Flying free
Queenstown's Ziptrek Ecotours' new Kea 6-Line Tour includes the world's steepest tree-to-tree flying fox. The eco-adventure starts near the Skyline Gondola and takes thrill-seekers through the air at speeds of up to70km/h. Participants must be over 10 years' old.
On the web: ziptrek.com
Race on down
For a family-friendly day at the races, check out the Interislander Summer Festival programme. It kicks off on Boxing Day and offers 30 events throughout the country.
On the web: theraces.co.nz.