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Itinerary: how to spend a long weekend riding the Hawke’s Bay cycle trails
With predominantly flat, coastal landscapes, lots of sunshine, an abundance of vineyards and a plethora of locally-grown produce, Hawke’s Bay...
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Stop in at Elephant Hill for a wine tasting on your cycle journey. © Hawke's Bay NZ
5 fun things to do in Canterbury's Hurunui District
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From the famous thermal pools and day spa at Hanmer Springs to glamping in an alpine village, an exotic forest...
7 of the best things to do in Whanganui
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From genteel cruises on historic river boats to garden ambles, glass-blowing, excursions into the national park and one of New...
4 great activities for a weekend in Taupō
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Taupō could justifiably be considered the adventure capital of the North Island.
Ride the new SkySlide at Auckland's Sky Tower
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Imagine flying through the air 186 metres above Auckland City on a sparkling summer’s day.
Eight no-snow things to do in the Ruapehu region
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Visiting the Ruapehu region and the weather is not playing ball for a trip up the maunga? Not into skiing...
11 things to do on a long weekend around New Zealand
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Celebrate Matariki, our newest public holiday, with a long weekend away.
11 Intriguing things to do in Southland
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From whaling history to wonderful gardens, beaches studded with semi-precious stones, suspension bridges, great cafés and classic cars, hit the...
Six scenic spots to discover in the Catlins
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The Catlins, the remote south-eastern corner of Southland, is comprised of bucolic farmland and pockets of beautiful bush, edged with...
Five fun things to do in Gore
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While it may be a small country town in the heart of Southland, Gore does not live up to its...
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