Northland

Waitangi Mountain Bike Park is so highly regarded in Northland, it even inspired MCD writer Cornelia Luethi to get back in the saddle after a 20-year hiatus

The Ludbrook House jellies, syrups and preserves have won awards and excited the taste buds of anyone who loves innovative food. Find out how you could win a two-night stay below.

Barbara and Ian Candy live on Puketi Forest’s edge and have been guiding people through the wild tangle of kauri, podocarp and hardwood trees for the past 15 years. Find out how you could win a tour for two below.

NZMCD reader Lisa Jansen shares her recent explorations of the east coast from Whangarei to Russell

NZMCD writer Cornelia Luethi takes us to Lake Manuwai, a peaceful spot where Northlanders enjoy serene kayaking excursions

The quest to uncover the history of winemaking in New Zealand leads Heather Whelan to Kerikeri where the country’s first vines were planted

Kerikeri local Cornelia Luethi shares an insider tip on how to get off the well-beaten Northland tourist trail and discover a secret spot hidden for decades

Butler Point is home to a wonderful old house and garden and a museum of intriguing memorabilia

NZMCD visits Dargaville, the Northland river town that’s steeped in history

MCD travel writer Heather Whelan heads to the winterless north for a wander through Kerikeri

NZMCD meets the owners of Marsden Estate, a winery and restaurant in Kerikeri, which serves delicious food that complements its award-winning winesn

From giant trees to giant sand dunes, and giant warriors to giant oysters, Northland is a region that is larger than life in so many ways