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eXplore Central North Island, New Zealand, takes on SLC in UK
eXplore Central North Island, the collaboration of the eight regional tourism organisations in New Zealand’s central North Island, has appointed SLC Representation as its first representation agency in the UK.
Emirates to launch Dubai-Bali-Auckland service this summer
Emirates has announced plans to launch a new daily service from Dubai to Auckland via the island of Bali, Indonesia, starting from June 14th.
Naumi Auckland Airport set to open in February
Naumi Hotels, the Singapore-based design hotel group, is to launch Naumi Auckland Airport as its first location in New Zealand. The move is part of wider expansion plans in Australasia and internationally.
Tianjin Airlines launches new flight to Auckland
Tianjin Airlines has debuted its first flight from Auckland to Tianjin, via Xi’an. This is Tianjin Airlines’ second intercontinental flight between China and New Zealand, coming after the flight from Auckland to Tianjin via Chongqing which began to operate in December 2016.
M Social to expand into Auckland, New Zealand, in early 2018
Singapore-based M Social has now successfully been transplanted abroad. A second M Social opened its doors in Auckland earlier and has started making waves in New Zealand’s hotel sector.
Yoshihiro Kawamura, director & owner, The George Christchurch
Yoshihiro Kawamura, director & owner, The George Christchurch, takes a top title at the World Travel Awards and tells Breaking Travel News how it feels to have won.
Avani Hotels to debut in New Zealand with Auckland property
Avani Hotels & Resorts has announced the acquisition of the Metro Suites business in Auckland, New Zealand. In a deal worth over NZD11 million, the Metro Suites business currently operates in the luxury 40-storey tower and will be transformed through a major room refurbishment programme.
New Zealand In Depth launches PurePod concept to travellers
Providing unobstructed views from every direction, New Zealand’s PurePods are free-standing glass accommodations designed for up-close and uninterrupted encounters with nature. Set in an open clearing on private farm land, the four PurePods provide a singular boutique hotel experience, a one-room home that offers comfort, luxury and dramatic vistas without neighbours.
Cathay Pacific adds new seasonal departure to Christchurch
Cathay Pacific will introduce a new seasonal service between Hong Kong and Christchurch from December 2017, directly linking the two cities by air for the first time and complementing the airline’s existing services to Auckland.
Qatar Airways launches world’s longest commercial flight to Auckland, New Zealand
Qatar Airways has launched its new record-breaking Auckland service on one of the country’s most significant days of the year – Waitangi Day. The first Qatar Airways flight touched down on the North Island of New Zealand, just after sunrise.
Strong growth for New Zealand visitor arrivals
The latest international visitor arrival figures from New Zealand show continued growth with total arrivals up 11.7 per cent for the year ending November and another successful spring. The results come as the tourism industry heads into what promises to be the biggest summer on record.
England-Hall to lead Tourism New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand has announced the appointment of Stephen England-Hall to the position of chief executive. TNZ chair Kerry Prendergast confirmed England-Hall will commence the role in early April 2017, based in Auckland.