Coromandel

Lisa Jansen had to steel herself (just a bit) to drive the narrow twisting route to Port Jackson. But she’s grateful she did.

Of all the Waikato’s RV-friendly places, the town of Paeroa, plumb in the middle of the Hauraki Plains, must be one of the most welcoming. But why would anyone want to go there in winter? Jill Malcolm finds out.

Jill Malcolm pops in to the Woodturners cafe, located halfway between Tauranga and Auckland. Find out how you could win a voucher valued at $70 below.

Colenso Cafe has upheld its popular reputation for over 30 years. Find out how you can win lunch valued at $70 below.

The Miranda Holiday Park is likened to a resort, with an inviting 38°C thermal pool, surrounded by rock gardens. Find out how you could win a stay below.

Eggsentric embodies the inspiration, laissez-faire attitude, and easy friendliness typical of the Coromandel. Find out how you could win a $100 voucher.

NZMCD writer Jill Malcolm joins the crowds at the recent Steampunk festival in Thames

NZMCD checks out The Lost Spring in Whitianga. If you're looking for a relaxing day, enter our competition. We're giving away two all-day passes to the Lost Spring!

NZMCD visits eco-friendly attractions on the Coromandel Peninsula where sustainability and care for the environment are guiding principles

MCD's travel writer Jill Malcolm talks to some of the locals in this Coromandel town-on-the-rise and discovers there’s more to the town than its golden history

MCD heads down to Pollen Street in Thames, where business Savour and Spice talk popular products and their passion for flavour

MCD checks out the seaside town of Whitianga in the Coromandel