Voting closes at 11.59pm on Sunday, January 26. The Best Beaches winners will be announced on Sunday, February 2. Check out the New Zealand Herald for profiles on each of the finalists.

In the little flat I lived in, I could walk to the beach, the native forest, or the bustling inner city all within 15 minutes ...

Despite not placing on a single podium last year, this dark horse has risen through the ranks and become the new Best Beach victor. The small town, located in Bream Bay in the Whangārei District ...

past burgeoning cascades and empty stretches of sandy beach along trails that are among the world’s best. For the time-limited, New Zealand’s cities afford proximity and easy access to amazing ...

If you want to spend your days exploring lush nature trails, exploring impressive waterfalls, zooming around a lake on a jet ...

New Zealand is world-renowned for its majestic natural escapades and scenic beauty, making it one of the most popular ...

Others visit New Zealand’s beaches, mountains, forests, lakes, geothermal areas, national parks, and stargazing opportunities. Whether travelers stay in campsites, hotels, or luxurious resorts ...