Negotiating with gravity on New Zealand's Southern Alps
There are three parts to a heli-ski day – the helicopter ride, the immersion in the remote mountains and the skiing itself.
Why do weird adventure sports proliferate in New Zealand?
Bungee jumping, zorbing, black water rafting ... what are they thinking?
Paddling in a Maori war canoe: What could possibly go wrong?
Chanting ''hee'' and then ''haa'' helps us paddle in unison.
Airline review: Air New Zealand's new A321neo is perfect
Flying the new A321neo is as comfortable as it gets crossing the Ditch.
Kayaking one of New Zealand's most stunning waterways
It's hard not to be impressed floating along one New Zealand's most stunning waterways.
Dream Destinations: Eight destinations for a culture hit
Looking for a culture hit? Here are eight destinations that will hit the spot.
This Kiwi boutique hotel is fit for an (abdicated) king
Hotel Grand Windsor is fit for a king and his would-be queen.
Why we love New Zealand, now more than ever
Spectacular scenery, warm and unpretentious hospitality, beguiling cities and so much more.
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Nature rules in New Zealand, and its proud locals will guide you around the best spots of this adventure sport capital; for they invented crazy activities such as black water rafting in caves lit by glow worms and flying through canyons on zip wires. You can also enjoy tramping over rolling green hills or active volcanoes, skiing at world-famous Queenstown or perhaps floating through the breathtaking Milford Sound.
