West Coast
Paul Owen found an historic trail with plenty of opportunities for cyclists and independent RV travellers on the South Island’s epic West Coast.
Destinations
Hawke's Bay
Hawke’s Bay has long attracted visitors for its climate, beaches and world-class food and wine. These days it’s a destination where art, culture and architecture combine. Jacqui Gibson gets the inside story.
Canterbury
Paul Owen takes a whole different type of track when he boards the train to cross the South Island from Christchurch to Greymouth.
Otago
Eleanor Hughes discovers a melting pot of stories of this now-tiny town that once boasted double the population of Dunedin.
Wellington / Wairarapa
Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush, near Wellington city, is a favourite for visitors wanting to immerse themselves in peaceful, green forest, away from the hustle and bustle, says Vivienne Haldane.
Northland
It’s hard to resist the lure of the Far North, where pōhutukawa trees hang out gnarly limbs on shady beaches and the sun-winking sea curls onto salt-and-pepper sand. Jill Malcolm finds her happy place in Whananaki.
Canterbury
Paul Owen finds Christmas in a campervan means plenty of family time, loads of fun – and there’s some welcome provision for that much-needed peace and quiet time too!
Waikato
MCD subeditor and campervan enthusiast Shannon Williams revisits the small rural town that’s definitely worth stopping for.
West Coast
This tiny town may no longer be the source of gold, but Ross is rich in stories, native bush and 150 years of fascinating history. Paul Owen takes a closer look.
West Coast
Paul Owen reflects on the wild history and deep resilience of Greymouth, the town with a dramatic past that’s doing its best to become a 21st century city.
Southland
There’s a lot of excitement in Invercargill as it’s been announced that the George Begg Festival is returning to Teretonga Park at the end of March 2023. Alexia Santamaria finds plenty of reasons to extend your stay.
Wellington / Wairarapa
Vivienne Haldane found one of Wellington’s best-kept secrets at the top of the Cable Car in Kelburn.
