TourismDollar drop boosts tourism + videoTourism Holdings chief executive Grant Webster says the falling New Zealand dollar will boost the visitor sector but is unlikely to encourage a big surge in numbers this high season.07 Oct 08:45 PM
TourismNZ surfing the superyacht waveA study of the superyacht industry has found visiting vessels generated more than $40 million for New Zealand last summer - which could rocket if facilities were expanded.30 Sep 04:00 PM
TourismHotel sector springs back to lifeThere are increasing hotel sales and new hotel construction activity, with the industry showing signs of renewed optimism that is expected to continue into 2015, says Dean Humphries, national director of hotels at Colliers International.30 Sep 04:00 PM
TourismJohn Key tops tourism's wishlistTourist industry leaders have a short wishlist for the next John Key Government and topping it is having the Prime Minister continue in the tourism portfolio.23 Sep 05:00 PM
TourismFive extremes in 24 hoursTourism New Zealand and a travel agency have teamed up to promote the possibility of five extreme activities in a day in the South Island.22 Sep 11:30 PM
TourismIt's 3D Hill thanks to GoogleLos Angeles, London, Paris, Rome, now Auckland. Google yesterday has added the city to the list of locations with 3D maps allowing users 'virtual travel'.18 Sep 05:00 PM
BDBDAgribusinessBalance of payments deficit hits cyclical low pointNZ's current account deficit rose by $1.4b in the past three months reflecting falling dairy prices and a large revision to investment flows into the country.16 Sep 11:23 PM
TourismMaking Megaships - how the biggest cruise ships are builtGrant Bradley travelled to Papenburg, Germany to see first-hand the process behind building megaships.12 Sep 05:00 PM
Freight and logisticsMegaship cruise boom - videoTake a look at the German launch of a megaship so big that Auckland will expand its wharf for its visit11 Sep 02:30 AM
AgribusinessTourism aims to beat ministry forecastsThe tourism industry wants to outperform Government forecasts to cement its position as one of New Zealand's biggest export sectors.09 Sep 05:00 PM
TourismVisitor growth helps drive hotel rates up 7pcThe cost of a night away from home is on the rise.02 Sep 05:00 PM
LifestyleFilthy rich and on their way hereNew Zealand is increasingly becoming the No 1 travel destination for the rich and the famous.31 Aug 01:50 AM
TourismCruise lines reaching 'tipping point'New Zealand needs to be competitive to continue attracting cruise ship seasons worth more than $365 million, according to the national voice in the sector.18 Aug 07:18 AM
AirlinesSpending by tourists continues to surgeTotal visitor spending in New Zealand grew by 11 per cent to $7.1 billion in the past year, driven by strong growth from the United States, Germany and China.14 Aug 12:29 AM
TourismSkyCity full-year result gets tickAnalysts appear to be satisfied with SkyCity Entertainment Group's performance, despite a drop in annual profit.13 Aug 05:00 PM
TourismSkyCity unveils big new hotel planSKyCity has dramatically increased the scope of its planned Auckland convention centre, announcing plans for a five star hotel and a 50 per cent increase in spending on the project .13 Aug 12:00 AM
TourismBig push to boost events industryMore than $2 million a year will be spent to almost double the economic spinoff from Auckland's business events sector to $430 million annually in the next decade.12 Aug 05:00 PM
TourismAuckland convention spin off plan unveiledAuckland aims to almost double the economic spinoff for the business events industry to $430 million industry by 2023.12 Aug 04:00 AM
TourismNew surf-equipped cruise ship coming to NZPassengers aboard the biggest ship based in this region will be able to go surfing onboard.08 Aug 02:55 AM
TourismMore cruise ships to hit AucklandAuckland can expect a boost of millions to the economy with a record number of cruise ships hitting our shores.05 Aug 05:00 PM
TourismEventful outlook - NZ's booming convention businessOn the floor of a conference about conferences, there's excitement mixed with a measure of frustration.31 Jul 05:00 PM
TourismTourism chief no stranger to firing lineChris Roberts is no stranger to being in the firing line.29 Jul 05:00 PM
TourismVisa move baits hook for top actsKiwi music lovers could be in for more big name international acts under new visa laws due to come into force in November, a tourism body says.29 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandChain strung across Hole in RockA chain stretched across an entrance to the Hole in the Rock scenic marine attraction in the Bay of Islands has been removed after being deemed a navigational hazard.26 Jul 02:54 AM
TourismAuckland's new cruise shipBus operator InterCity Group is launching overnight and day cruises from Auckland aboard a 44m vessel from September.22 Jul 03:00 AM
