Coromandel

Paula Trubshaw overcomes her initial reluctance to join converts to Nga Haerenga, replaced with new zeal and a desire for a softer cycle seat.

Heather Whelan takes in the many activities on offer around the Hauraki Plains, cycling, walking and strolling around the lovely townships.

Adventure traveller, author, and journalist Shane Boocock samples the food and wine at the annual Whitianga Scallop Festival before heading off for more adventure on the Coromandel Peninsula.

Of all New Zealand’s motorhome- and caravan-friendly places, the town of Paeroa must be one of the most welcoming.

Migratory birds lure Liz Light to the Miranda coast and the Pukorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre.

Shane Boocock samples the food and wine at the annual Whitianga Scallop Festival before heading off road for more adventure.

The national president of Britain’s Merchant Navy Association and a veteran five-star traveller, Vivien Foster rates her Maui adventure as one of life’s great luxuries.