The South Island is home to some of the world's most famous walks – but if you're not ready to tackle the Milford or the Routeburn yet, try our pick of five easy day walks.
It took Sarah Catherall 25 years and three trips to fall for Paris, but after a long journey of changing perspectives and growing older, she finally did.
''It might seem crazy, flying your dog around the country on holiday, but when you compare it to the price of a kennel it very quickly starts to look reasonable. And besides, he’s a member of the family!''