New Zealand Tourism News
Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand team up on Japanese campaign
Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand have today launched a major joint campaign to encourage Japanese travellers to visit New Zealand between April and October 2015.
Air New Zealand appoints new general manager for UK and Europe
Air New Zealand has appointed Kathryn Robertson to the role of general manager UK & Europe. Robertson has a wealth of market knowledge and industry experience, first joining the Air New Zealand team in 2007 as marketing manager UK & Europe.
European markets lead tourism growth in New Zealand
Impressive growth from New Zealand’s western markets has pushed international visitor arrivals for the year-ending April 2014 to more than 2.78 million, up 6.1 per cent year-on-year. The UK was amongst the stand-out performers with a growth of 2.8 per cent for the 12-month period.
England Rugby fever returns to New Zealand
The sporting spotlight will once again be on New Zealand this June as the England Rugby team takes on the All Blacks in their final tour before the World Cup in 2015.
How will the royal visit effect kiwi tourism
There is no doubting that the latest royal visit to New Zealand has been a huge success in bringing the two nations closer together, however, it has also already caused major ripples across the local tourism industry with experts predicting a boost to New Zealand’s visitor numbers for years to come.
A Royal guide to New Zealand
When Their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive in New Zealand on 7th April, it will be their first official visit as a family, and the first visit to New Zealand for both the Duchess of Cambridge and eight-month-old Prince George.
New business visa will fuel migration to New Zealand
A new business visa has been introduced in New Zealand to encourage migrants to set up high-quality businesses overseas. The new Entrepreneur Work Visa is set to create a pathway for Brits who are looking to set up and invest in businesses down under.
New Zealand readies for Royal ‘family visit’
Jet-boat thrills, sailing, award-winning New Zealand wine and encounters with both celebrated and ordinary Kiwis are all part of the itinerary for the coming New Zealand royal visit. When the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, and little Prince George, arrive in New Zealand on April 7th, the royal family will be ticking off a series of firsts - their first official visit as a family, and the first visit to New Zealand for both the Duchess of Cambridge and eight-month-old Prince George.
Tourism New Zealand launches new trade website
Tourism New Zealand has announced the launch of its new look trade website, which is now aligned with the organisation’s online brand to provide a consistent ‘look and feel’. As the primary source of information to help travel sellers learn more about New Zealand and how to sell it, the site provides training tools and resources such as TNZ’s online modules and the 100 per cent Pure New Zealand Specialist programme.
One year countdown to Cricket World Cup begins
New Zealand’s love affair with cricket hits an all-time high today as the country celebrates 12 months to go until the opening match of the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup. Countdown clocks started ticking in the seven host cities around New Zealand as giant cricket balls were rolled out to show the world that a warm Kiwi welcome awaits visitors arriving for the major event next year.
New Zealand Tours chooses .travel domain for optimal travel exposure
NewZealandTouris.travel is one of the most awarded tourism businesses in New Zealand. Its extensive range of Auckland Tours is the result of the passion of its Directors Neill and Ceillhe Sperath for the outstanding natural beauty, Maori culture, and friendly people that Auckland and New Zealand have to offer.
New Zealand unveils new Hobbit filming locations
Tourism New Zealand has unveiled four new filming locations from the film for visitors looking to experience the reality of Middle Earth. In the North Island, the mountains of Turoa are in the spotlight as ‘Hidden Bay, whilst the South Island was used for three new filming locations.