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Colliers warns of 'hotel crisis'

Auckland's shrinking supply of hotel rooms is putting NZ's tourism growth at risk, says Colliers International.

Airbnb open to bed tax in New Zealand

Airbnb is open to paying bed taxes here if required, and already does so in other parts of the world.

Tourist boom pushing up room rates

Rise follows another record-breaking year, with overseas visitors nearing 3.5m.

Bed tax proposal off-target and unfair

COMMENT: The Mayor's proposed way to pay for Auckland's tourism promo is a knee-jerk response that will not deliver positive benefits to the city.

Tourist spending bolsters retailers

Higher spending by tourists continued to bolster retailers last month. Figures from Paymark show February spending was up 2.2 per

National guest nights continue to push higher in December

National guest nights continued to push higher in December, driven by an ongoing increase in international guest nights.

Auckland tourism - who should pay?

A battle is brewing between Auckland accommodation providers and the city's mayor over who will pay for tourism promotion.

He Tangata: Sally Jackson

Elisabeth Easther talks with Napier City Council's manager of visitor experiences.

New 3km zipline and kiwi facility funded

Rotorua tourism attractions have been given more than $1.4 million Government funding.

Air NZ profit forecast to fall

Air New Zealand faces a sharp fall in first half profits as increased competition puts pressure on yields and oil prices edge up.

Cathay Pacific eyes Christchurch - report

An analyst believes Cathay Pacific will announce services between Hong Kong and Christchurch.

He Tangata: Luca Montagni

Elisabeth Easther talks to the owner of I Guide U Travel.

Another Chinese airline coming to NZ

Sichuan Airlines has announced three times a week services to Auckland, the latest Chinese carrier to come to this country.

Strong demand boosts Tourism Holdings profit

In the six months to December, New Zealand rental revenue rose 16 per cent to $49.4 million, while tourism revenue advanced 17 per cent to $17.7m.

This Aussie thinks NZ is really overrated

An Australian businessman says New Zealand is a cold, damp, overpriced country with no pretty women.

NZ services sector sees growth

Activity in New Zealand's services sector, which accounts for about two-thirds of the economy, rose last month to a near-record.

Young Kiwis get Spring Break experience

A series of party holiday experiences in the Pacific is proving a popular option for young Kiwis looking to experience their first international trip travelling alone.

Editorial: Pressure on national parks needs action

There are, clearly, mechanisms which could help better manage pressures arising from tourism - and sustain the appeal of our natural assets.