A daily roundup of national and international tourism industry news, views and analysis.
The tourism and hospitality minister says NZ has “reset” its relationship with global cruise lines.
New Zealand’s efforts to build a more regenerative tourism system is at risk of being undermined.
Queenstown will mark its earliest-ever start to winter with the launch of Snow Fest, a successor to the former Winter Festival.
The agency unveils its “More Wellington” brand platform and a campaign featuring local perspectives.
International visitor spend totalled $2bn in March 2026, up 10% from the $1.8bn reported for the same month last year.
A daily roundup of national and international tourism industry news, views and analysis.
Travel services are already NZ’s largest export to India, worth $1.14bn or more than half of total exports.
The director of museum and commercial services will finish tomorrow after three-and-a-half years in the role.
The changes aim to modernise regulations for operators in high-risk, niche aviation segments like skydiving and gliding.
Coronet Ridge Resort, The Rees Hotel Queenstown, Drifter Christchurch and Lylo are among the finalists in this year’s awards.
Qantas and Virgin Australia warn about rising costs and reduced flight capacity while simultaneously launching large-scale domestic sales.
