TourismWorld's worst tippers: KiwisNew Zealanders are the lousiest tippers when travelling overseas according to a global survey by travel firm Expedia.10 Jun 01:15 AM
New ZealandTourists call for better driving tipsCar rental companies and airlines could do more to advise tourists about driving in New Zealand, say a visiting American couple.08 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCalls for action over quad bike deathThe uncle of an Australian tourist who died after falling from a quad bike has backed pursuing legal action against the adventure tour company, despite it going into liquidation.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandDrunken tourist's early morning dipA German tourist swam from Tauranga Harbour to Mount Maunganui after a night on the town.31 May 08:55 PM
OpinionEditorial: Rejection of Fiordland monorail right callEditorial: Not many tourism proposals deserve to fail on their artist's impression but the Fiordland monorail did.30 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesAuckland's plane route: New approachA controversial landing trial into Auckland Airport will be restarted next year, a report recommends - but with a higher altitude over certain suburbs.29 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandBright Kiwi students really going placesAn app concept that lets travellers plan, book and pay for a holiday tailored to their age, preferences and mood has earned four Kiwi students a trip of their own - to France.26 May 05:00 PM
TourismCampaign's 100% Pure revampThe long-running 100% Pure New Zealand brand campaign is in for a revamp, emphasising Maori culture.22 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesSpending by tourists soars 18 per centSpending by tourists is up 18 per cent in the past year as the tourism industry continues its recovery from tough times.21 May 05:30 PM
BDBDTourismKiwis moving to Australia at record lowKiwis leaving for Australia fell to a record low boosting net migration to levels the Reserve Bank says will help drive up house prices and stoke inflation.21 May 12:16 AM
AirlinesAirline, Tourism NZ extend partnershipAir New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand will extend a $20 million marketing partnership to promote the country in important markets over the next year.20 May 05:00 PM
TourismSkifield invests for long runOwners of The Remarkables skifield are laying long-life cast-iron piping throughout the trails in what they call a vote of confidence in the future of the ski business.20 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesAir NZ - Tourism NZ partnership extendedAir New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand will extend a $20 million marketing partnership to promote the country in key overseas markets.19 May 11:13 PM
TourismAuckland's $7b plan to pull in touristsSeaplanes, America's Cup yacht charters and the Auckland Harbour Bridge SkyPath are among forecast visitor experiences tipped to boost the city's tourism income.19 May 05:30 PM
TourismCompetition rising for NZ tourism firmsNew Zealand tourism operators face increased competition from other countries for their slice of the $1.6 trillion of spending by international travellers.18 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesQueenstown welcome mat out for rich-list jetsA new mini-terminal has been opened in Queenstown to handle an increase in the number of private jets coming to the resort town.13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ's newest zipline thrillFor an intoxicating few seconds, the world is a weird blur, rushing by in streaks of blue and green. Past the toes of my red sneakers, I make out Mokoia Island in the centre of a sparkling Lake Rotorua.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandInvestment plan for Kiritimati IslandThe government has announced an investment plan to develop tourism in Kiribati.26 Apr 12:33 AM
TourismChina Business: Shared vision takes flightTourism industry players are seeing the benefits of joining forces for the China market, writes Fran O'Sullivan.15 Apr 04:15 PM
TourismDunedin $100m hotel plans scrappedPlans for a $100 million waterfront hotel in Dunedin have been scrapped and the developers' partnership with the council has descended into acrimony.14 Apr 07:32 PM
WorldTough times on tourism trailSalam Abdullah repeats a single English phrase while leading tourists across the sandy, sun-blasted slopes above Cairo's Giza pyramids.12 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandPeter Calder: Gracious guides 100% Pure goldMasako Shinagawa has walked the Milford Track 188 times. I think. My eyes glazed over when she got to the "one hundred and eighty ..."08 Apr 04:15 PM
LifestyleNorthland tops holiday hot listNorthland is the most popular summer holiday destination, according to an Automobile Association survey.31 Mar 03:15 PM
TourismChinese investments approvedChinese companies are stepping up New Zealand investment after two big approvals were granted.31 Mar 03:15 PM
AirlinesMiddle Earth tourism upA successful Middle- earth marketing campaign appears to be driving a resurgence in Western visitors to New Zealand, according to a new report.27 Mar 03:15 PM
TourismTourism chiefs hope for $41b revenue +videoA decade ago tourism revenue was growing at around 6 per cent a year. Average spending per visitor was close to $3000 and international tourism topped dairy as our top export earner.23 Mar 06:30 PM
New ZealandTourism safety checks hit snagAn overhaul of adventure tourism safety rules ordered by Prime Minister John Key has hit trouble - and a grieving father is furious.08 Mar 04:30 PM
TourismKiwi hotels lead way in recoveryNew Zealand hotel prices have risen at a faster rate than in other parts of the world but the high Kiwi dollar is helping bring down room rates in many places overseas.04 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandShark tourism gets tougher regulationGreat white shark tourism operators will be need to have a permit in the same way as for whale, dolphin and seal watching, the Government has announced.28 Feb 01:47 AM
AirlinesBig spenders love it hereThey have superyachts, choppers and personal staff at their disposal - and New Zealand tops their list as a holiday destination. Ultra-wealthy travellers.22 Feb 04:30 PM
