The winners of the Herald Travel‘s annual Best Beach competition have been revealed - and the results may come as a surprise.

offers one of Abel Tasman's most scenic panoramas. Here, you get to stroll along stunning sandy beaches and expansive green foliage while seabirds fly overhead. The best part about this area is ...

NZ Herald's Best ... beach itself borders the town centre, flush with restaurants, cafes – and yes, ice cream. Take the kids out for a day of family fun, followed by a casual beachside dinner ...

A South Island beach has taken on the northern big guns for the first time.

For those with more time, the Abel Tasman Coast Track takes three to five days and meanders through forests and beaches. Summer months are busy, so previous visitors advise booking smaller ...

and Abel Tasman), miles of sandy beaches, and adjoins two wine regions (including Marlborough, New Zealand’s largest). Or perhaps it’s the makers: the artists, horticulturists, vintners ...