Features

The Lord of the Rings was filmed over 274 days, using 350 purpose-built sets in more than 150 locations all over New Zealand (including 30 Department of Conservation sites).

A possum fur coat with hat and gloves to match? Or a bikini of silky possum skin? In New Zealand the anti-fur protesters have given these garments the thumbs up.

Arts and Culture Feature; Overview of famous past and contemporary New Zealand artists and how they interpret their country, identity and culture.

Makara Peak in Wellington, New Zealand's capital city, has caught the attention of the world's best-read mountain biking magazine and its advertisers.

Feature on the New Zealand spa experience and why New Zealand spas are unique.

Spas in Rotorua move with the times. The Polynesian Spa opens its new Lake Spa Retreat and Hell's Gate at Tikitere has opened deep bathing mud pools.

Guests unwind in the natural surroundings, savour the fresh food and rejuvenate at Earthsong Lodge on Great Barrier Island, Hauraki Gulf (close to Auckland).

So, God was a Golfer; Feature on Kauri Cliffs Golf Course and Luxury Lodge, Northland New Zealand.

The diversity of the New Zealand landscape astonishes visitors. The country has glistening sand, primeval forests, bubbling mud, green pastures, snowy peaks and bountiful marine life.

Great regions for New Zealand snow adventures. Covering best skiing and snowboarding areas, in North and South Island.