Katherine Mansfield At the very heart of the North Island is a lake. It is the largest in New Zealand, and it is named TauponuiaTia. Appropriately, Taupo, as it is called, is somewhat heart-shaped ...

While much of the world is basking in the summer sun from June to August, a handful of countries experience the exact ...

Wendy Altschuler is a seasoned travel and adventure writer and author. New Zealand’s North Island is a picturesque destination with an outdoor ethos, full of interesting cultural activities ...

The North Island is known for ... and pleasant temperatures, while winter, from June to August, is perfect for skiing and snow sports enthusiasts. Among New Zealand's top destinations, Queenstown ...

Our edit of the best farm stays New Zealand has to offer. From luxe accommodation to quaint Airbnbs and self-catering ...

Between June and August, both temperatures and tourism drop off, however this is the time to go if you’re looking for a ski vacation in North ... reversed here: Winter in New Zealand coincides ...

A pre-feasibility study shows that a Winter Olympics could come to ... Transportation between Auckland, on New Zealand’s North Island, and Queenstown, on the South Island, remains a barrier.

Separated from the South Island by Cook Strait, New Zealand’s North Island is home to five of its main wine regions (seven, if you include Waikato and Ōhau), and is known for a wider variety of wine ...