Canterbury NZ travel: Where to eat, play and stay

Christchurch was changed forever when two earthquakes struck in 2010 and 2011, but visit today and you’ll discover a totally revitalised city. The wider Canterbury region is ripe for exploration, with the spectacular Southern Alps - including New Zealand’s highest mountain, Aoraki/Mount Cook - towering above.

The forgotten wine region of New Zealand

48 hours in Mackenzie Country

Holiday hungry Cantabrians investing in bolthole properties not far from home

With the pandemic wrecking overseas travel plans, prices in Castle Hill, Hanmer Springs and Akaroa – all within 90 minutes of Christchurch – are taking off.

Three of the best eateries in Akaroa

Head to this former French settlement for modern Indian fusion and seasonal bistro cuisine.

Mt Hutt full to bursting on 'bluebird' day

Some skiers had to turn to other ski fields as snow sports enthusiasts flocked to Canterbury's largest skifield on the last day of the school holidays, creating large queues.

Travel bites: Dimitris' souvlaki, the perfect marriage of meat and bread

TIME names Christchurch and Northland among 'world's greatest places'

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Escape to the laid-back Cook Islands at Muri Beach Club Hotel

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7 Day Luxury Food and Sightseeing Tour of the South Island

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3 Day Seafood Lovers Tour - Lake Eyre Peninsula

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Otago’s jaw-dropping heritage landmarks

The interisland journey that's the most scenic way to travel

Auckland's Weta Workshop Unleashed a memorable experience

Hurry to Hurunui: Glamping, wine and horse riding

Bestselling author Nicky Pellegrino finds plenty to write home about the east of our own Main Divide.

22/7/2021

The magic of Kaikōura: Nature and stoic optimism

“I’ve lived here all my life, but sometimes I look out the window and go, ‘Wow – I’ve never seen that before.’”

20/7/2021

24-hour guide to Christchurch

With flat streets, the narrow Avon River tranquilly winding through heritage and modern architecture, central Christchurch is a pleasure to explore.

27/6/2021

The 'untouched' charm of Akaroa

Local bed and breakfast owner Jacqui Richardson says the town has a lot of offer.

26/6/2021

Is New Regent St really the most beautiful street in NZ?

A Christchurch mayor declared it as such on April Fool's Day in 1932, but there are other contenders.

25/6/2021

A taste of Palestine at Christchurch's Habibi Sweets

Carla Motta and her husband Edivanio are bringing a Palestinian twist to pastry in the Garden City.

23/6/2021

What's good, Christchurch? Six of the best pizza slices

Megan Hancox-Hammer of Lyttelton’s Arbour Bar pizza restaurant shares her favourite places to grab a slice in Christchurch.

23/6/2021

How to spend 48 hours in charming Akaroa

With cruise ships still off-limits, there's never been a better time to savour this historic township's many charms.

21/6/2021

Christchurch: NZ's most underrated city for a winter escape

Many people head to the mountains for a winter escape, but one of our cities has a whole host of fun for the colder months — from hot tubs to storm domes.

13/6/2021