Tourism
'Setting clear expectations for campers': Harsher fines and more rules on horizon
The government is clamping down on freedom camping with harsher fines and more restrictions.
Covid-19: Omicron throws a spanner into the works for tourism
The tourism industry is grappling with the prospect of its new normal being years away with billions of dollars lost by then and many more hurdles ahead - including its latest, the Omicron variant.
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New challenges for tourism industry as Omicron variant emerges
The tourism industry is grappling with the prospect of its new normal being years away with billions of dollars lost by then and many more hurdles ahead - including its latest, the new Covid variant…
Orange regions under traffic light system a bit disgruntled
Auckland, Northland ,Taupo, Rotorua Lakes, Kawerau, Whakatane, Opotiki, Gisborne, Wairoa, Rangitikei, Whanganui and Ruapehu districts will be in the red setting when the new Covid traffic light… Audio
Carbon footprints in the spotlight at tourism industry summit
The tourism industry is being challenged to lead the fight to reduce carbon emissions as part of a major new initiative.
Roadmap for tourism recovery outlines potential challenges and costs
Tourism Industry Aotearoa chief executive Chris Roberts says the roadmap aimed to provide guidance so tourism businesses could plan for a range of potential pathways.
Coromandel tourism businesses prepare for AKers to return
Cast your minds back a few months.. say 104 days .. to August 17- the day we found out a Devonport man had tested positive for Covid-19 and the country was going into Level four lockdown.. The… Audio
Egypt revives ancient road connecting Luxor and Karnak
A restored road connecting two ancient Egyptian temple complexes in Karnak and Luxor has been unveiled in a lavish ceremony aimed at raising the profile of one of Egypt's top tourist spots.
Youth Hostel Association to close its hostels after 89 years
YHA said the the extended Auckland lockdown and no prospects of an international visitors this summer left it an unsustainable financial position.
Financial struggle closes all doors at Youth Hostel Association
A icon of New Zealand's backpackers market is closing its doors due to the financial hardship caused by the pandemic.
YHA will permanently shut its 11 hostels from December 15. Timothy Brown has… Audio
Govt announces staged reopening of NZ border
The border's slowly winching open but New Zealanders overseas will still have to wait until mid-January to avoid managed isolation on arrival.
All arrivals will require a negative pre-departure test… Audio
Queenstown business boss calls for earlier border opening
Tourist operators and towns are facing a long dry summer with international visitors still at least five months away.
The government has announced a gradual reopening of the border starting mid… Video, Audio
Serko 'burning cash' as it prepares for growth out of pandemic
The travel software company's chief executive says it's poised for growth as more normal travel conditions resume.
Border announcement: Family reunions, overseas travel in sight
So international travel and family reunions abroad will soon be back on the cards, with most saying the time to bust the international border is well overdue.
Our reporter Nick Truebridge hit the… Audio
Covid-19 Minister details border reopening, MIQ announcement
New Zealand's border restrictions are being eased early next year.
From January 17, fully vaccinated New Zealanders who test negative before departure will be able to travel from Australia without… Video, Audio
The Panel with Verity Johnson and Liam Hehir (Part 1)
Panellists Verity Johnson and Liam Hehir react to today's travel law changes and discuss the best fish and chip shops in New Zealand. Audio
Covid-19: Government's border reopening plan stirs mixed emotions
Many on social media were delighted at the news and shared what it would mean for themselves, their friends and their family.
Methven's new Ōpuke Pools opened
The new thermal pool, spa and wellbeing complex is a vote of confidence in the future of tourism and the local economy, Regional Economic Development and Tourism Minister Stuart Nash says.
How lower vaxxed regions will welcome Aucklanders
Northlanders are torn between wanting Aucklanders to come to the region over summer to give a much-needed boost to struggling businesses, and concern that this will see Covid-19 spreading through the… Audio
Queenstown businesses grappling with staff shortages ahead of summer
Queenstown businesses are grappling with severe staff shortages, with some managers preparing to pitch in on the front line this summer.
