TourismKiwis set to reap big RWC dividendNext year thousands of cashed-up rugby-going foreigners will invade NZ shores.But how much will they be prepared to pay for a comfy bed and their own kitchen during the World Cup?19 Jun 04:00 PM
TravelWharekauhau: A rowlocking good timeHorseplay at Wharekauhau is a breathtaking affair, says Diana Balham.18 May 04:00 PM
New ZealandTour co offering authentic iwi cup stayA tour company is teaming up with iwi to offer up to 10,000 beds at marae during the Rugby World Cup.15 May 04:00 PM
Opinion<i>Martin Snedden:</i> Rugby profiteering will hurt NZTaint the Rugby World Cup by irresponsible profiteering within any aspect of hosting the event as a nation and we'll suffer badly.12 May 04:00 PM
Small BusinessRWC minister issues hotels price-gouge warningMurray McCully has written to the Hotel Council asking it to persuade its members not to risk damaging NZ's reputation by over-charging.07 May 12:00 AM
TourismRugby fans set sights on private propertiesAs hotels begin cashing in on next year's Rugby World Cup by increasing prices, interest in private homes is also picking up pace.06 May 04:00 PM
Small BusinessSky-high Cup hotel pricesTourists are paying more than $17,000 a week to stay in hotel rooms barely bigger than a prison cell during the Rugby World Cup.05 May 04:00 PM
Small BusinessB&B 'free' to charge $1600 - and risk scaring tourists off43,000 people may be in Auckland for the Rugby World Cup finals, but "reckless" pricing from hospitality providers could drive business out of town, says Tourism Auckland's CEO.05 May 07:35 AM
Small BusinessRWC B&B shock quote - $1600 a nightA Yorkshire woman was horrified to discover she had been quoted NZ$1600 for a one-night stay in a Mt Eden bed and breakfast during next year's Rugby World Cup.04 May 11:45 PM
InvestmentRWC rental alert - tell your insurer firstHomeowners looking to rent their properties out for the Rugby World Cup have been warned to let their insurance company know - or risk being hit with the bill if damage is done.03 May 01:00 AM
TourismRWC warning issued over misleading rental claimsHomeowners exploiting others with misleading claims about their properties ahead of the World Cup are sounded a warning by industry leaders.28 Apr 04:51 AM
TourismFewer UK fans expected for RWC 2011Estimates from the Ministry of Tourism point to lower numbers of British rugby fans traveling here for the 2011 World Cup.12 Apr 11:00 PM
TourismInternational guest nights up in FebruaryOverseas visitors spent 1.7 million guest nights in commercial accommodation in February.12 Apr 12:16 AM
TravelA good time for a holidayThe cost of travel basics like accommodation and flights may have gone up a bit over the past few months as the global economy stabilises, but they're still incredibly good value, writes Jim Eagles.06 Apr 09:28 PM
New ZealandNeighbours give Shore 'love motel' cold shoulderA bid to set up a North Shore version of a Brazilian "love motel" has struck trouble after neighbouring businesses withdrew offers to hire out their carparking spaces on busy nights.05 Apr 04:00 PM
Small BusinessPrice gouge warning for World CupGreedy accommodation operators cashing in on next year's World Cup NZ risks tarnishing NZ's reputation as a fair nation, one travel executive says.23 Mar 09:30 PM
TravelHot Deals: Sydney stealVictoria Bartle rounds up the best accommodation packages for travellers on any budget.17 Mar 02:00 AM
TravelSydney: Hostel with the mostestSydney's new YHA is a fresh take on budget stays, writes Sharon Stephenson.16 Mar 11:08 PM
TourismAuckland's hotels show up as global bargainsCity's rates third cheapest in survey of 77 centres, but industry says it's misleading04 Mar 03:00 PM
TravelHot Deals: Stop over in TahitiVictoria Bartle rounds up the best travel deals going.23 Feb 11:00 PM
