New Zealand Tourism News
New Zealand to reopen to tourists in April
It will be the first time the country has been open to travellers since prime minister, Jacinda Ardern, announced a snap closure in the first month of the pandemic last year.
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street opens in New Zealand
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has continued to expand its portfolio in Australasia, with the opening of Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street in New Zealand.
Mercure Auckland Queen Street opens in New Zealand
The hotel is set to become a destination of choice for business travellers and leisure guests looking for comfortable and convenient accommodation.
Trans-Tasman travel bubble opens for first time
The Trans-Tasman bubble, linking Australia and New Zealand, has officially opened. The first flights landed in New Zealand earlier this morning.
New Zealand to reopen to Australia travellers this month
Jacinda Ardern has confirmed a two-way travel bubble will open with Australia later this month. Residents of both countries will be able to travel without having to quarantine from April 19th.
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.