New Zealand Tourism News

Sixt expands into New Zealand with Giltrap deal
Giltrap is a leading automotive company in the destination with over 50 years in the market, providing an infrastructure that includes distribution, retail and vehicle financing.

Breaking Travel News interview: Joelene Ranby, programme coordinator, Resolution Retreats
Having been recognised as one of the leading hospitality providers in New Zealand by the World Spa Awards, Breaking Travel News here chats with Joelene Ranby, programme coordinator with Resolution Retreats, about the prestigious honour

Tryp by Wyndham headed for New Zealand
The company will develop two new hotels: the 212-room Tryp by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown and the 76-room Tryp by Wyndham Tory Street Wellington.

Oceania winners at the World Travel Awards unveiled
The untamed wilderness and laid-back charm of New Zealand helped it lift the title of ‘Oceania’s Leading Destination’, with its hub Queenstown voted ‘Oceania’s Leading City Destination’.

Australia reopens borders to New Zealand travellers
Passengers on the first commercial flight between the two countries in seven months arrived at Sydney International Airport earlier today as a trans-Tasman travel bubble is launched.

Tourism New Zealand waves hello to the world
While the borders remain closed, New Zealand government departments have worked together to co-create a new campaign that gives a “shout out” to the rest of the world.

New Zealand reflects on value of tourism
The New Zealand tourist board is seeking to reconnect with friends around the world to share a reflection on what is important in life, as early signs of recovery begin to emerge for the island nation.

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.