AA Travel : Food and drink in New Zealand

With nearly 800ha in grapes, Marlborough is New Zealand’s largest wine-growing region and the list of local labels often features at the honours table of international wine festivals. Read the story . . .

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Loved by the locals: Gisborne

Do what the locals do in Gisborne. Read the story . . .

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Loved by the locals: Matakana

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Nelson: living the good life

Tucked away at the top of the south, Nelson is a town of 50,000 people working hard at enjoying themselves. Read the story . . .

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Hawke's Bay: the finest of wines

There are over 70 vineyards in the Hawke's Bay – about half of which you can visit. Taste the fruits of the vines and their vintners’ zeal and, in many cases, have a bite to eat at the same time. Read the story . . .

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Simple pleasures at Mangawhai

Escape the city for a weekend at a slower pace filled with simple pleasures at Northland's Mangawhai Heads. Read the story . . .

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Geraldine: tasty town

The South Canterbury town of Geraldine is home to some of New Zealand’s most successful food producers. Read the story . . .

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Loved by the locals: Waiheke Island

Do what the locals do on Waiheke Island. Read the story . . .

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Loved by the locals: Central Hawke's Bay

Do what the locals do in Central Hawke's Bay. Read the story . . .

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New Plymouth: mountains and masterpieces

The wavy stainless steel exterior of the Len Lye Centre shimmers and plays; people walk close and back off and look up and laugh at their mangled reflections. It is instantly fun. Read the story . . .

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