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How Japan in mid-2022 prepared for tourists from abroad

Japan is bracing for a return of tourists from abroad, as border controls to curb the spread of coronavirus infections are gradually loosened. Video / AP

NZ recession 'almost certain' - independent economist

Economist predicts where the downturn will hurt most - and how the blow will be softened.

Dubai restaurants awarded first Michelin Stars in Middle East

Dubai becomes the first Middle Eastern city to be presented with a Michelin Guide.

Travel rebound: Wendy Wu Tours heads back to Japan

During Covid the group travel specialist expands reach and does some housekeeping.

Study reveals size of New Zealand tourism lag

New Zealand has landed in the bottom twelve countries for tourist return.

SkyCity trading 'stronger than expected'

Guests and customers are returning to hotel, gaming, restaurant and bar properties.

No 'I' in Wellington sign a hit on social media

The sign was pitched as being one of Wellington's Instagram-able moments of the year.

SkyCity Entertainment enjoys new recovery phase, business returning

"We're now in a new phase where people are returning," says Sky CEO Michael Ahearne.

Tourist attraction that celebrates colonisation 'still there and hurtful'

Christchurch's Time Tunnel has had complaints since it opened in 2006.

Travel uptake revealed as Visa Waiver countries return

There are fewer than five NZeTAs still valid from before the Pandemic.

Hotel hotspots: The regions where recovery is quickest

One area that's been popular with Kiwis took a hit during April

Budget 2022: Unspent tourism funds for $54m 'innovation programme'

Sector group frustrated by lack of detail on which firms will qualify

Airbnb reveals what new Kiwi hosts are earning and where Kiwis want to stay

Firm benefitting from the digital nomad trend and Kiwis want to climb on board.

Roger Partridge: Border announcements a mix of half-measures, muddled thinking

OPINION: NZ's border settings continue to confound, NZ Initiative chairman writes.

Why not all Auckland Airport retailers are open - or expect to open - anytime soon

Auckland Airport unsure if all terminal retailers will be open by the end of the year.

Editorial: Back to the brain drain as world beckons our best

EDITORIAL: Fully open border means NZ back competing for workers, students and tourists.