A tourism chief is warning part of New Zealand's $100 million-plus marketing push overseas could be wasted if visitors continue to get attacked in this country.

A tourism boss has defended New Zealand against claims it has a growing reputation as an expensive international destination.

Australian gay and lesbian couples are already lining up to marry in New Zealand, with marriage equality advocates estimating it will pump millions into the economy.

One leader says some of the Government's $158 million boost for promoting tourism should stay in this country.

Auckland city's tourism and economic development body is hoping for a big return from a major conference for travel industry leaders from around the world.

A national appeal to help a cash strapped government department will get underway today.

A tourist industry group is worried about the impact of cuts at the Department of Conservation while another organisation says more charging for visitors is inevitable.

A Government-commissioned report into the booming Chinese tourism market finds visa processes should be streamlined to encourage travel by "low risk" high-spending visitors.

Like many, I have the occasional dream in which I've arrived somewhere - usually on a form of public transport - stark naked.

Air New Zealand has announced it will be getting rid of standby fares and says the move is driven by customer demand.

Air Pacific's first new Airbus A330 touched down on home soil today carrying the refreshed 'Fiji Airways' branding.

Peter Dunne has sent a "time bomb warning" to Prime Minister John Key, saying his "cut through" approach risks becoming "a major problem".

A superyacht service business says the country is not doing enough to promote high end tourism.

The one thing that stood out to me is the sheer number of tourists that Waiheke pumps through each day, especially over summer, writes Dita De Boni.