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Record tourist numbers boost accommodation coffers

Accommodation providers benefited from the highest-ever guests stays in September, as record numbers of tourists travelled the country.

AKL-LAX fare war begins

The long-awaited airfare war between New Zealand and the United States has taken off and is being welcomed by the Kiwi travel and tourism industry.

Gloves are off as US heavy hitter flies in

COMMENT: Qantas now has the biggest airline in the world to do some of its heavy hitting, writes Grant Bradley.

American Airlines confirms NZ flights

Dreams of an air fare war between New Zealand the United States have been realised.

Interactive: Hobbit films spur NZ tourism surge

Interactive: Data shows leap in spending for Matamata region as fans flock to Hobbiton attraction.

Tourists skipping big cities

Short-stay Chinese visitors are spending up large in Auckland and Queenstown but snubbing some of the country's biggest cities for the cultural hot-spot of Rotorua.

Rotorua to get unique view of space

Licence delays 'crippling tourism'

Tourism operators say their industry is being crippled by a lengthy process forcing seasonal staff to wait months to get special driver licences.

Bali flights cancelled as volcano erupts

Thousands of Bali-bound holidaymakers - including countless Kiwis - have been delayed due to volcanic ash wreaking havoc at Denpasar Airport.

How many kiwis work while on holiday?

As the long weekend approaches, our thoughts turn to having a break away from work - but many of us will carry on with the job while we're away.

Auckland Airport raises capex forecast

Auckland International Airport hasraised its forecast for annual capital expenditure to enable it to better cater for future growth.

Aussie Bachelorette loved-up in Rotorua

The Melbourne beauty and her last two suitors take part in white-water rafting, luxury sailing on Waitemata Harbour and trip to Waiheke Island.

Meet the man who sells high-end golf properties

Expat American working on a property development that just happens to include an exclusive golf course.

United flying back to NZ

American airline returning to New Zealand with flights between Auckland and San Francisco as it deepens its partnership with Air NZ.

Jetstar announces NZ - Rarotonga flights

Jetstar says it'll start flying between Auckland and Rarotonga from March next year.

Skyline Rotorua takes out top award

Skyline Rotorua has won the top company prize in the tourism industry's annual awards.

Tourism NZ video pulled from YouTube

Tourism NZ has confirmed a promotional video has been indefinitely pulled off the internet after it featured a campervan driving on the wrong side of the road.

Ngai Tahu's net profit drops 25%

South Island-based Ngai Tahu made $109.3 million net annual profit, down $36.1 million on last year because of lower earthquake damage insurance payouts.