New Zealand is known as one of the world’s last frontiers for truly wild trout, its noted varieties being brown and rainbow.

Visitors to New Zealand are presented with many opportunities to experience Maori culture first-hand. Many cultural events and works of art combine Maori and European traditions.

Split Enz, Bic Runga, Flying Nun records

New Zealanders’ love of the outdoor lifestyle and adventure has led to the international success of several fashionable outdoor clothing brands.

New Zealand fashion designer Kate Sylvester has lived in the shadow of Karen Walker, but has become an entity in her own right - wowing them regularly at Mercedes Australian Fashion Week.

New Zealand fashion designer Tanya Carlson is having an impact on the international fashion market.

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

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).