Tourism
Travel industry keen to work with governments
Australia's Prime Minister says plans for seamless travel between Australia and New Zealand could take less than a year to set up.
Anthony Albanese and Chris Hipkins have announced a taskforce to… Audio
Destination Hauraki Coromandel reminds Kiwis region is open for business
Destination Hauraki Coromandel says New Zealanders seem to have forgotten how good the peninsula is.
Auckland bars excited for busy world cup matches
FIFA fever is building after the Football Ferns historic opening match win, and bars and restaurants near Eden Park are expecting a busy day as Auckland prepares to host its second FIFA World Cup…
Tourism firms need to adapt post-Covid - report
The tourism sector is being told it needs better strategy, more investment and must be prepared for takeovers if it is to thrive, post-Covid.
Most embrace tourism in survey, but worry over cost of domestic holidays
More New Zealanders are getting onboard with tourism in Aotearoa, but higher holiday costs are causing concern, according to new research.
Thousands of US fans expected to descend on NZ for World Cup
Football fever is sweeping through the United States, as fans make their way to Aotearoa, for start of the FIFA Women's World cup.
Camping an affordable way for Kiwis to have a holiday this summer
Despite the cost-of-living crisis, the tourism industry remains optimistic that many Kiwis will still hit the road this summer.
'Everyone was screaming and running': Whakaari eruption survivor tells court of harrowing scenes
Teenage tourist Jesse Langford says he was unaware of how dangerous the island was before setting foot on it.
Only member of family to survive Whakaari describes lack of warnings
A young Australian who was the only member of his family to survive injuries from the Whakaari White Island eruption in 2019 has described a lack of information about the dangers for tourists visiting… Audio
Tourism operators report big boost from winter school holidays
Tourism operators say the winter school holidays have brought a much welcome boon to numbers during a traditionally quieter season. Audio
School holidays provide tourism boost
Tourism operators say the school holidays have been a much welcome boost during a traditionally quieter season.
It's been a warmer break than the ski fields were after, but businesses say it has… Audio
Maori tourism operators welcome increased Matariki awareness
Maori tourism operators are welcoming more public awareness and interest in Matariki. Last year was the first time it was marked with a public holiday. This Friday Matariki events are organised across… Audio
Slow ticket sales ahead of World Cup
There's been a lack of hotel bookings in New Zealand and ticket sales for the World Cup are yet to take off.
But the latest data from Airbnb shows rentals on the online accommodation service are up.
…Stars arrive for World Cup
Some of football's greatest players have started arriving in New Zealand and Australia, chasing the biggest prize in the game.
This FIFA Women's World Cup is touted to be the biggest and best ever.
… Audio
Officials seek solution to Lyttelton cruise ship passengers overwhelming buses
Canterbury Regional Council has committed to reducing the impact of cruise ship on its buses services which are struggling to keep up with demand.
Great Walks bookings to open, DOC assures technical problems fixed
Tourism businesses are looking forward to securing Great Walks bookings after months of technical glitches and false starts.
Famous Lake Dunstan floating cafe up for sale
You may have heard of the three rules of good real estate -- location, location, location. But a couple wanting to sell their quaint eatery is hoping buyers will be attracted to much more than just… Audio
Hamilton Gardens voted one of the best places in the world
Now even if you haven't been there, you will have heard of them - the Hamilton Gardens! The botanical destination has been named among top one percent of travel experiences in the world - according to… Audio
Wharf project for Stewart Island now uncertain
Plans to replace an ageing wharf on Stewart Island have stalled due to uncertainty over the Department of Conservation's position, Southland District Council says.
Queenstown cruise ship to change ownership
Tourism operator Southern Discoveries says it is selling its Queenstown cruise boat to invest more into its Milford Sound operations.
