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Guilt a factor for post quake holidaymakers

Guilt will be one factor facing the Christchurch tourism industry as it tries to rebuild itself, a tourism operator says.

Chinese airline to spend $10m plugging NZ

Rebuilding Brand NZ post earthquake

Politicians, industry bodies and celebrities have been urging tourists to keep coming, with the message NZ is open for business.

InterContinental pulls name out of Wgtn Holiday Inn

A big global hotel chain has pulled out of Wellington's $100 million Holiday Inn after a long-running dispute between management and investors.

Parker: Don't take RWC from us

Christchurch is "utterly" committed to holding its Rugby World Cup matches, and its citizens "will be far from pleased if they miss out on an event that has taken on a different meaning", Mayor Bob Parker said this morning.

Survivor loss hurts Tonga

Key: I want RWC in Christchurch

John Key says his "strong preference" is to hold Rugby World Cup games in Christchurch, and says it's still possible if AMI Stadium is fit for matches.

Christchurch earthquake: Hotel operators in dark while cordon remains

Christchurch hoteliers are waiting to assess the damage to tourist accommodation with about 3000 rooms behind the CBD cordon.

Rugby fans holding on to bookings, says Cup agent

A Rugby World Cup agent for package trips says nobody has cancelled following the earthquake but overseas fans will need reassurance about Christchurch's infrastructure.

Swinging into action on Auckland's fairways

For a day of fresh air and fun, golf can't be beat. Graham Hepburn visits Auckland's courses.

Michele Hewitson Interview: Nigel Morrison

<i>Brian Rudman</i>: Tourism icon forgotten in rush to tart up for World Cup

Hundreds of millions of dollars are being spent rebuilding Eden Park.

Air NZ adds new flights to China

Air New Zealand will be adding two new direct services each week to China from December, meaning it will have a direct service to China every day.

SkyCity says 'reasonable' regulator behind $30m growth

Smoking ban drags down Sky City result

A smoking ban at Sky City's Darwin casino has dragged profits down for the company.

<i>Jim Eagles</i>: With freedom comes responsibility

After digesting both sides of the debate, Jim Eagles believes there should be a uniform set of rules governing freedom camping.

Transport, surcharges keep overseas tourists away

Paul Henry and transport are among reasons overseas tourists don't like us.

Motels feel pinch