New Zealand Tourism News
NEW ZEALAND IS WORTH A ‘SPECIAL JOURNEY’
Aotearoa New Zealand has officially joined the global MICHELIN Guide map, marking the Guide’s first-ever expansion into Oceania. The MICHELIN Guide New Zealand 2026 recognises 110 restaurants across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown, celebrating their quality, creativity and strong sense of place. After months of anonymous inspections, the MICHELIN Guide has awarded one restaurant in Queenstown, Essence, Two MICHELIN Stars. Fourteen restaurants have received One MICHELIN Star across all four regions, 35 have been recognised with a Bib Gourmand for
Marriott International Signs Agreement to Debut St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in New Zealand
Marriott International, Inc. announced a signed agreement with PHC Queenstown Limited to debut St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Queenstown, New Zealand. Combining timeless glamour and vanguard spirit, the property is anticipated to offer exquisite experiences in one of the world’s finest addresses starting in late 2027.
TruTravels Goes ‘Down Under’ with the Launch of Their First-Ever New Zealand Adventure!
Social adventure specialists TruTravels are taking on New Zealand with the launch of their highly requested 13-day New Zealand Adventure! For the first time ever, TruTravels is bringing its signature group travel experience to one of the most breathtaking destinations on Earth.
New Zealand Visitors Increasing in 2025
New Zealand’s tourism industry is well-positioned to set international visitor records in 2025. Over the last few weeks, various government agencies have updated Vista requirements and safety advisories and clarified vaccination recommendations for visitors to the ‘Most Beautiful Country.’
Christchurch ready to welcome delegates for sell-out MEETINGS 2022
Christchurch is set to welcome business events professionals from across New Zealand and Australia to sell-out industry exhibition, MEETINGS 2022.
Five reasons to visit New Zealand this year
New Zealand’s borders are beginning to reopen in May 2022, making it the perfect time to take in the splendour of its cities, lakes and mountains. From the wineries of Queenstown to the natural springs of Lake Taupo, here are five places to visit in the lush island country this year.
30th Anniversary of New Zealand’s great walks
The Great Walks are New Zealand’s most popular multi-day hikes, providing unparalleled access to some of the country’s most incredible natural landscapes, wildlife and cultural heritage. The 2022-23 booking season marks 30 years of the Great Walks, and they’ve become a popular drawcard for both domestic and international visitors.
New Zealand reopens to tourists after two years
New Zealand has welcomed its first international tourists since March 2020 as part of the government’s phased reopening. Visitors from 60 visa-waiver nations, including the US and UK, can now enter for the first time since the closure of borders and the ensuing implementation of some of the world’s toughest contra pandemic measures.
New Zealand accelerates border reopening plans
The government of New Zealand has announced borders will reopen to vaccinated travellers from May 1st. Arrivals from visa waiver countries will no longer need to isolate on arrival.
New trade website from Tourism New Zealand
The new website provides a comprehensive one-stop-shop for online training and inspirational content, as well as all sales tools and resources.
P&O Cruises cancels New Zealand cruise season
P&O Cruises Australia has announced the cancellation of its 2022 Auckland cruise season. The move comes in “the absence of an agreed restart plan for cruising in New Zealand,” the line said in a statement.
New Zealand to gradually reopen borders to travellers
Officials in New Zealand have confirmed the country will begin to reopen its borders in the coming weeks. However, the process is not expected to be completed until October at the earliest.