TourismNZ recession 'almost certain' - independent economistEconomist predicts where the downturn will hurt most - and how the blow will be softened.28 Jun 05:23 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesTravel rebound: Wendy Wu Tours heads back to JapanDuring Covid the group travel specialist expands reach and does some housekeeping.16 Jun 05:22 AM
TourismSkyCity trading 'stronger than expected'Guests and customers are returning to hotel, gaming, restaurant and bar properties.13 Jun 08:34 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismSkyCity Entertainment enjoys new recovery phase, business returning"We're now in a new phase where people are returning," says Sky CEO Michael Ahearne.06 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Flight path back to sustainable tourismOPINION: Our editorial on welcome arrivals in the resort town as tourists begin to return.26 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismHilton boss: Wages have to rise or hotels face caps on room salesHotel veteran says recovery has been stronger than expected and so is labour shortage.26 May 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismHotel hotspots: The regions where recovery is quickestOne area that's been popular with Kiwis took a hit during April19 May 05:48 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismBudget 2022: Unspent tourism funds for $54m 'innovation programme'Sector group frustrated by lack of detail on which firms will qualify19 May 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismAirbnb reveals what new Kiwi hosts are earning and where Kiwis want to stayFirm benefitting from the digital nomad trend and Kiwis want to climb on board.18 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRoger Partridge: Border announcements a mix of half-measures, muddled thinkingOPINION: NZ's border settings continue to confound, NZ Initiative chairman writes.18 May 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismFrom MIQ to Mövenpick: Grand Mercure rebrand aims at the sweet spotThe chain draws on its 74 years of Swiss heritage - and offers free icecream for kids12 May 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismFive-star feud: Owners v owners in waterfront hotel disputeIn a clear display of neighbours at war, Sofitel and Marsden operate in the same hotel.11 May 07:16 PM
AirlinesTravel boost: Pre-departure tests on way out, cruise ships returnAirlines say the pre-departure tests need to go straight away.11 May 05:32 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismGovt says NZ is open: Travel and tourism groups say not reallyPre-testing can badly derail travel into NZ and faulty forms can cost you $4000.09 May 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlines'Flights are full': The big airline rebuild - the carriers coming back to NZAirlines have full planes but lobby group says border rules need further relaxation.05 May 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismOpinion: What is NZ's plan to balance out the brain drain?New Zealand needs to offer people enough value to stay, writes Sébastien Desclée.02 May 05:35 AM
TourismWhat hard-hit Auckland hotels are doing to bring back guestsOccupancy in Auckland plunged to less than a third in February and scheme aims at reboot.01 May 06:32 PM
PremiumPremiumAged careMarket close: Prices up despite lurking grey cloudsSharp rise despite lockdowns, rising interest rates, talk of US recession.28 Apr 06:08 AM
PremiumPremiumTourism244-room Auckland hotel hits marketThe building stands on a leasehold site owned by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei Whai Rawa.26 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismTourism Export Council says NZ risks being left behind by testing rulesAs NZ drops some entry requirements a tourist group says there's still a long way to go.25 Apr 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionFlight Centre to Govt: Time to start trusting the expertsOpinion: The travel industry was better placed to handle MIQ booking systems than MBIE.25 Apr 02:00 AM
OpinionWithout stricter conditions, NZ should be in no hurry to reopen its border to cruise shipsCOMMENT: Should New Zealand rush to welcome back cruise ships? Experts disagree.24 Apr 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismCould $120m+ Queenstown case top NZ's largest leaky claim?Oaks operates the Auckland and Queenstown buildings that have major leaks, fire defects.22 Apr 05:27 AM
TourismWaiwera's derelict and abandoned hot pools: New hope for a thriving futurePools and a bottling plant were once owned by Russian Mikhail Khimich, who has died.20 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismJames Doolan: How tourists subsidise date night - and why we need them back fastHotel Council Aotearoa director James Doolan describes how tourists subsidise date night.18 Apr 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismLuxury cruise ships return to NZ: A butler for every berthHope is growing in the cruise industry that ban on ships is about to be lifted.13 Apr 05:33 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPow! Bam! Holy crime-busters, Batman! It's the touristsOPINION: Hotel Council Aotearoa strategic director talks law and order in city centres.12 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismTourism warning: Return of Aussies no quick fix for battered sectorRecovery of NZ's top foreign exchange earner will take years as competition heats up.11 Apr 09:30 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismHotel horror: Revenue plunges in NZ to pandemic lowAn analyst says border opening will provide only limited relief for the hard-hit sector.10 Apr 03:10 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismDavid Downs: How Covid has changed world's perception of New ZealandAs New Zealand reconnects with the world it's time for a fresh look at our image.08 Apr 05:38 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesHawaiian Airlines returns to NZ skies: What's powering the comeback?After an 834 day absence Hawaiian Airlines will resume flights to NZ on July 4.07 Apr 04:00 AM
OpinionAs borders reopen, can New Zealand reset from high volume to 'high values' tourism?New Zealand Tourism has a choice: try to revive the old ways, or develop a new model.06 Apr 11:56 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionFixing $750m convention centre - the next steps after the fireThree years after the massive fire, work is about to start rebuilding the roof.06 Apr 05:20 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismJucy warning: Why the cost of your holiday car rental could nearly doubleAs NZ reopens to tourists it could be missing a critical part of its infrastructure.05 Apr 04:02 AM