KahuVisitor economy businesses cohort completes first new sustainability programmeBusinesses are powering the way for sustainable tourism.02 Aug 07:47 PM
New ZealandWhanganui tops tourism growth tables two months in a rowThe growth comes at a time when tourism is usually quieter in the region.28 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelTourists reveal what they really think of New ZealandHere's how tourists have been rating New Zealand, on a scale of 1 to 5.18 Jul 07:00 PM
TravelLegends and stars: Why Waitomo's Ruakuri Cave is worth a visitNature, legend and science come together in this hidden gem.11 Jul 07:30 PM
TravelGet a glimpse into the Matariki festivities planned by Māori tourism leadersAs Matariki rises, where will you be, who will you remember, and what will you celebrate?11 Jul 07:30 AM
New ZealandWhy some of NZ’s most famous buildings sit emptyDoors are closed at famed sites from the Rotorua Museum to the Chateau Tongariro.05 Jul 06:18 PM
TravelAustralians’ biggest post-holiday regrets after visiting New ZealandAustralia is our number one tourism market. That doesn’t mean there aren't any regrets.04 Jul 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumTourism3 top-ranked Rotorua tourism experiences share their secrets to successIt didn't happen overnight, but it did happen.22 Jun 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhanganui domestic visitor spending top of the tableThis data continued the district's positive economic trends.22 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionHotel DeBrett, neighbouring office block for saleFor 182 years, the site has been used for city accommodation.20 Jun 05:38 AM
New ZealandGovt funding of $52m for 'gold-star luxury' spa has 'really paid off', says PM'We made those targeted investments where they were needed to keep our economy going.'15 Jun 06:21 PM
TravelKiwi regional tourism bodies divided over call to stop Tourism NZ's domestic marketing supportFrom 'happy' to 'disappointed', RTOs respond to the cut.02 Jun 01:06 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTourism data shows Whanganui on the riseCafes, restaurants and bars recorded the most growth in the city.28 May 05:00 PM
TravelTourist i-SITEs still have a place, industry saysThe pandemic hit i-SITEs hard, with most of them closed or put in hibernation.21 May 08:40 PM
TravelSpeed up visas or lose Chinese tourists, Air NZ Asia manager saysAn airline manager explains why New Zealand could miss out on high-end Chinese tourists.11 May 08:46 PM
AirlinesSleep pods, longer-haul flights, new snacks: The big changes coming to air travelOptimism remains high in the travel and tourism sectors.11 May 05:00 PM
TravelPeople over 70 reveal biggest travel regretsThese are the bucket list locations some travellers regret having skipped.11 May 01:29 AM
BusinessTourism leaders speak at TrenzThe tourism recovery is steady but faces speed bumps. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 May 06:12 AM
New Zealand'Deserved a better ending': Cape Kidnappers tour company closes with swipe at 'red tape'For almost 70 years they'd driven past Cape Kidnappers' stunning cliffs, until a collapse.05 May 04:03 AM
PremiumPremiumTourismEighty Kiwis stung by $6.5m luxury cruise ship failure: receiver'This cruise was a Fawlty Towers from start to end. You could not eat the food,' - review.03 May 05:37 AM
PremiumPremiumFreight and logisticsMillions lost in luxury cruise liner travel company's turmoilDramatic end to a travel journey: Millions of dollars sink.02 May 05:23 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorThe Premium Debate: Subscribers weigh in on businesses and our relationship with ChinaOPINION: Readers have their say.18 Apr 09:00 PM
KahuMinister backs Ruapehu’s tourism re-thinkRuapehu's destination management plan proves a hit with tourism minister16 Apr 05:06 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNorthland dive spots named among the best'The opportunities from this are massive'14 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan killed in Christchurch was visiting from India with wife and son"We all are trying to support the family."10 Apr 08:00 AM
New Zealand'The town is going to be jam-packed': What's on for Easter weekend in Rotorua“Happily fully booked for the first international Easter weekend in a long time.”05 Apr 10:12 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeNorthland wildlife sanctuary owes IRD $264,000, tiger and lion welfare a priorityCovid-19 wage relief subsidies of $199,000 were received during the pandemic height.05 Apr 05:23 AM
OpinionWhy sharing photos of destroyed parts of Hawke's Bay is hurting the rest of usThere is a skewed national perception of what life is like in Hawke’s Bay right now.02 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandWe’re open for business: Hawke’s Bay Tourism boss’ message for Easter visitorsMore than 85 per cent of visitor businesses in Hawke's Bay open and operating as usual.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHell in paradise: The luxury holiday hotspot where locals are sleeping in carsThe rental situation in New Zealand's tourism hotspot is growing more desperate.01 Apr 02:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Tourists 'key' to rebooting economy, council's multimillion-dollar weekly roading spendDocuments have revealed more of the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle and the recovery phase.29 Mar 03:00 AM
TourismHospitality shake up: 10 things restaurateurs wantThe hospitality group’s new wish list is urging the Government to support the sector.28 Mar 04:00 PM
Small BusinessTimes of India’s struggle with immigration and homage to independence1947 eatery owner says immigration has been a "nightmare" leading up to the launch.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Wicked vibe': The volunteers who drive CrankworxHundreds of local volunteers have donated thousands of hours of their time.22 Mar 05:06 PM