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Haka - A New Zealand Icon

Explore the stories and the meaning behind the haka, an ancient Maori dance, which electrifies the start of every All Black rugby game.

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Features

From fascinating places to visit, to culture, special events and more - we've collected a range of feature articles about New Zealand here for you to browse, learn from and be inspired by.

 
The REAL New Zealand Festival

The REAL New Zealand Festival

For the six weeks of Rugby World Cup 2011 we are holding the REAL New Zealand Festival, a nationwide celebration of all things quintessentially Kiwi.


Taste New Zealand

Taste New Zealand

Take a gourmet journey through the North and South Islands and discover your appetite for
New Zealand.


Farmers' Markets

Farmers' Markets

Shopping and eating are things that all travellers enjoy. At farmers' markets throughout New Zealand, you can combine the two and get a taste of local life.


Surfing the Menu

Surfing the Menu

Join two surfed crazed chefs as they travel around New Zealand filming their TV show 'Surfing the Menu'. Find out how you can go to the same places, do the same activities and have the same experiences as them.