In the Winter Olympics luge event, the athlete reclines on a light toboggan that he or she pilots down the...

The upper reaches of the Kaituna River are pretty and placid enough.

Known as Roto-Vegas for good reason, the Rotorua tourist trail is bright, exciting and loaded with thrills.

A mountain biking mecca on the outskirts of the city, Christchurch Adventure Park is like nirvana for riders and adventurous types.