Tourists back on road thanks to good Samaritans
The pair had been heartbroken at the thought of their NZ roady coming to an end.
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Most Airbnb owners dodge bed tax
Airbnb hosts now have to pay tax. One problem - the council can't track them down.
Thousands of visitors expected for peak summer holiday week
The city is preparing for a big week of events and the thousands of visitors they bring.
Peter Miles: Fair rules needed for holiday rentals
COMMENT: Taxing holiday homes like hotels could drive owners out of the business.
Guest nights at record high as tourism surges
In the year ended October 31, there was a record 40.2 million guest nights.
Kiwis mourn Grace Millane with walk and minute of silence
Crowds have swarmed to Auckland's Aotea Square to remember Grace Millane.
New $8 million Kiwi musical plays to near-empty houses
A colourful Chinese businessman is behind NZ's most expensive musical.
Is Auckland ready for its mega 2021 year?
Project Auckland panel thrashes out biggest issues facing city.
Tourist recalls meeting Grace: 'She seemed like a really gentle girl and really cool'
The death of British backpacker Grace Millane has rocked tourists travelling NZ.
Duke of Marlborough's $12m, nine-year revamp
Upgrade to Russell hotel includes new frontage, new rooms and conference facilities.
Comment: We should tax tourism more heavily
Taxing tourists makes sense when in an economy with no need to favour exports.
Inside Korea's surreal cheese theme park
Looking for the cream of Korea's tourist attractions? Try the Imsil Cheese Theme Park.
Russian billionaire sells stake in Waiwera Thermal Resort
Mikhail Khimich has sold his Waiwera interests to his Amercian associate
Tamaki Maori Village announces new partnership
A new partnership has been formed between Tamaki Tours and a Māori land trust.
Is the Golden Age of Travel over?
The surge in new airlines to Auckland has dried up over the past year.
Widow's emotional plea to PM over husband's NZ holiday tragedy
An American woman whose husband died on holiday here has written to the Prime Minister.
$25,000 a day: Luxury tours to woo Chinese visitors
Itineraries costing up to $25,000 per family a day being rolled out.
Why spending by Chinese tourists is booming
Total spending by the surging Chinese visitor market helped by weaker kiwi dollar.
Volcanic theme lights up Auckland's newest hotel
The $91m hotel with chandeliers, $23k leather couches and rooftop bar.
Women's RWC part of blockbuster year
The big rugby event kicks off between the America's Cup and Apec.
Hope for Waiwera? Australasian giant eyes park
The hot pool giant is eager to start discussions with the owners.
Fallen paradise: Can Waiwera be saved?
Property owners are hoping to revive once-bustling hot pools complex.
Tourism boss says change in strategy overdue
The drive for higher-spending tourists rather than more of them has been welcomed.
Government plans unveiled for $80m tourism levy
Tourism strategy says government will take stronger stewardship role
Adorable photos: Kelly Tarlton's welcomes two new babies
Kelly Tarlton's has shared how you can spend time with these cute chicks.
Witnesses sought in relation to fatal Kingston crash
Car may have been passing truck when it crashed into a tourist bus.
The royal itinerary: How did it rate?
As the royal tour wraps up, how did the visit deliver as an advertisement for New Zealand?
'75.9% Pure NZ': How green is your holiday?
"100% Pure" NZ slips six places as rankings reveal 'eco-destinations'' shortcomings.
Watch: Tourism industry's pitch to make all travellers guardians of NZ
A new video is aimed at encouraging visitors to take better care of NZ.
What next for troubled Waiwera Thermal Resort?
The Waiwera Thermal Resort could be permanently forfeited and a new operator be sought.
One dead, 10 hurt as tourist bus and car collide near Queenstown
A car and a tourist bus have crashed near Queenstown, closing State Highway 6.
When you need 'to go', Rotorua is a great place to go
When you need to go, turns out Rotorua is a great place to go.
Rolling out the red carpet: Businesses gear up to host Harry and Meghan
Kiwi businesses are preparing to roll out the red carpet for royal visit next week.