The chic boutique Boatshed is an exclusive island-style seaside hotel sitting above sun-drenched beaches on the island of Waiheke, just a short cruise from downtown Auckland or via helicopter from the airport or city. The 7 designer suites, with panoramic ocean views are luxurious, elegant and contemporary with TV, DVD/CD player, heated bathroom floor and a fireplace. Dinner is a special occasion and delicacies are sourced daily with a focus on fresh, organic produce. Gourmet picnic lunches can also be arranged for visits to the beach. Guests can choose whether to enjoy a private seafood platter for two on the balcony al fresco style, or join the other house guests in the dining room for a memorable Mediterranean feast.

A new property in the heart of Auckland, The Westin Lighter Quay is located on the waterfront overlooking the Viaduct Harbour, close to the city’s bustling restaurant and shopping districts. The hotel’s 172 rooms and suites offer superb first class comfort and an enviable range of modern amenities including a 32” LCD Television, with either a balcony or patio. The hotel also features a pa and Wellness Centre and an indoor heated swimming pool.

With lavish suites and villas that have delightful lake or valley vistas, Treetops Lodge is a secluded and award-winning retreat set amidst 2,500 acres of native forest, 15 km from Rotorua. Combining a love of outdoors with luxurious comfort, this lodge has over 70 km of walking, mountain bike and riding trails, an ancient forest and 7 trout streams. The 4 lodge rooms and 2 villas are elegant and visually captivating, with luxurious interiors and spa baths. Gourmet cuisine is an integral part of the experience with a full breakfast, dinner, pre-dinner drinks and canapés included in the room rate. Whilst the grounds offer a natural refuge of waterfall walks and manicured lawns.

Situated in the heart of Hawkes Bay amidst 30 acres of picturesque gardens, Greenhill the Lodge is an exclusive and historic lodge overlooking the farmland and vineyards of some of New Zealand's most prestigious wine and food growing regions. Exuding all the period charm of its heritage, the lodge offers 6 well appointed en suite guest rooms, most of which offer glorious views over a superbly restored pergola. The lodge also serves a delicious 4-course table d'hote meal in the dining room and features a spa house, swimming pool, gymnasium and croquet lawn providing the ideal base from which to explore the surrounding area.

Timara Lodge is one of the country's most luxurious and private lodges situated in the province of Marlborough, known around the world for its wines and gourmet foods. A haven of peace, quiet and relaxation Timara Lodge is set amongst 600 acres of land, including 25 acres of one of New Zealand's most beautiful English style gardens and a five-acre, man-made lake. Adjoining the gardens is the 350 acre Spy Valley vineyard and winery. The lodge accommodation options compliment the overall ambience of privacy and comfort. All rooms have picturesque views of the magnificent gardens, stunning man-made lake, or the distant magical mountains. The rooms feature fine art and antiques and the quality furnishings are modern and tasteful. Full breakfast and dinner are included during your stay. (Please note this property is closed for July and August 2009.)

Situated between the Kaikoura Seaward Mountains and Mangamaunu Bay on New Zealand’s South Island, Hapuku Lodge is set on a deer farm amidst an expansive orchard of olive groves. A contemporary country lodge offers 6 well-appointed guest rooms, 5 luxury tree houses and a spacious stand-alone apartment. The tree houses are located amongst a native Manuka grove, some 10 metres above the ground and afford breathtaking views of the mountains and are beautifully appointed with handcrafted, custom designed furnishings and some have the luxury of wood burners. The lodge affords stylish and uniquely designed comfort in one of the country’s most spectacular natural settings. The onsite restaurant is renowned for its delicious seafood and guests will be spoilt for choice with the many activities on offer including mountain biking, nature hikes, whale watching, dolphin or seal swimming and sea kayaking.

An award-winning hotel, internationally recognised for its fine dining and impeccable service, The George is a boutique hotel overlooking Hagley Park and the Avon River. Ideally located close to the centre of the city, it affords discerning guests intimate style in any one of its 55 spacious rooms and suites which are designed with a stylish eye for detail and come complete with luxury amenities, ensuring you the most comfortable stay. The hotel’s two award-winning restaurants, Pescatore and 50 on Park are renowned for creating some of New Zealand’s most innovative and exciting food, matched with superb local and international wines.

Combining the comfortable elegance of a luxury hotel, with the intimate charm of a country estate, the Remarkables Lodge is a quite superb haven on the eastern edge of Lake Wakatipu. Enjoying the benefits of the afternoon sun, the lodge offers a choice of 7 luxurious guestrooms that boast stylish en suite areas. With a mountain waterfall supplying pure, fresh water and an award-winning chef on hand to create delicious cuisine, the lodge provides an ideal retreat amongst idyllic scenery.