New Zealand Tourism News
Tourists killed in New Zealand volcano eruption
At least five people have been killed after the White Island volcano erupted in New Zealand. Tourists were seen walking inside the crater of the volcano just moments before the eruption, with the number of fatalities expected to rise.
American Airlines to launch increased New Zealand connections
American Airlines has unveiled plans to launch the only non-stop service from Los Angeles International Airport to Christchurch, New Zealand, next October.
Tourism New Zealand launches Good Morning World campaign
New Zealanders are opening their hearts and hometowns to the world, with locals from across the entire country sharing a ‘Good Morning World’ welcome message from their very own sunrise, every day for the next year.
Eleven Experience signs for Cedar Lodge, New Zealand
Eleven Experience has acquired Cedar Lodge on the South Island of New Zealand. The property will be operated as an Eleven Experience Lodge in collaboration with the previous owners for the upcoming fishing season.
Swiss-Belhotel International to add two new Queenstown properties
The company will launch two new operations in the Kiwi market in late 2020, with the launch of Swiss-Belhotel & Residences Queenstown, and the younger, more value-conscious brand Zest Queenstown by Swiss-Belhotel both opening at the same time.
Naumi Hotels welcomes Dairy Private Hotel, New Zealand, to portfolio
Naumi Hotels, a Singapore-based private hotel owner and operator, has announced that it is expanding its presence in Australasia with the acquisition of business of the Dairy Private Hotel in Queenstown, New Zealand.
Tourism New Zealand signs Tencent partnership to woo Chinese guests
Tourism New Zealand has signed a memorandum of understanding with Tencent Holdings to jointly support the growth of Chinese arrivals to the destination.
British nationals urged to remain vigilant following New Zealand terror attack
British nationals in New Zealand have been urged to remain vigilant by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office following a terror attack in Christchurch.
Pip Casey, regional manager, UK & Europe, Tourism New Zealand
Pip Casey, regional manager for the UK & Europe at Tourism New Zealand, speaks to Breaking Travel News during ITB Berlin. She tells us how the destination is trying to showcase more of its offering, how important Europe is as a source market and what we can expect in 2019.
New Zealand unveils Tiaki Promise
New Zealand’s tourism industry has come together to launch a major initiative inviting visitors to care for its unique land and environment.
New European marketing manager for Tourism New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand has appointed Dani Benjamin to the role of trade marketing manager for Europe, based in London. Benjamin will join the trade team in developing and implementing Tourism New Zealand’s trade marketing strategy in the UK and Germany.
Tourism New Zealand launches new agent training videos in UK
Themes include overcoming barriers to travel, landscapes and wildlife, self-drive holidays, flying domestically in New Zealand and the seasons and time of year to travel.