Tourism
Bed tax could kick-start Auckland economy, Heart of the City CEO says
Auckland businesses and city leaders are renewing calls for a bed tax to levy tourist accommodation in the city to fund major events. Audio
Auckland Museum volunteers innovate after gallery closures
It's been a tough year for Auckland Museum. The discovery of asbestos in May has hit the organisation with multi-million-dollar bills and a big drop in visitor numbers. But the volunteers who guide… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 25th September 2025
In today's episode, Auckland Council has voted in favour of a new housing intensification plan that clears the way for high-rise buildings of up to 15 storeys around public transport hubs; a new… Audio
How New Zealand gets 'soft power' without spending a fortune
We've managed to develop brand awareness without spending a fortune on advertising itself.
Soft power, sneaky marketing
How New Zealand manages to develop brand awareness without spending a fortune on advertising itself. Audio
DOC trials paid parking at Aoraki-Mount Cook
Visitors will have to pay $5 per hour to park at White Horse Hill car park as part of a seven-month trial.
Cruise season returns, but fewer ships are docking
The cruise season is back underway, but far fewer ships are coming our way. Felix Walton reports. Audio
New NZ cruise season begins amid gloomy expectations
Visitor numbers are expected to fall 20 percent on last year, which were 20 percent down on the previous year.
'Welcome news': First cruise ship of the season docks in Auckland
The Crown Princess leaves at 10pm on Monday but not before those on board had a chance to explore Auckland.
Cruise ship season kicks off in Auckland
The first of an expected 170,000 cruise ship visitors to New Zealand this year have hit the streets of Auckland today, with the arrival of the Crown Princess. Retailers and tourism operators are keen… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 19 September 2025
In today's episode, in a blow for the Government, the economy has had a much larger slump than expected which the Finance Minister's blaming in part on Donald Trump's trade tariffs, negotiations… Audio
Overtourism blamed for Bali floods
Renowned as a destination for relaxation, a sense of fear is rippling through the Island of the Gods.
US travellers are 'flag jacking' and Canadians are livid
"A Canadian couple screamed at me, saying that America is selfish, and ruining everything". Video
Residents block trains to tourist attraction Machu Picchu
Train services to Machu Picchu, Peru's main tourist attraction, were suspended as protesting residents placed logs and rocks on the tracks.
NZ back in the game for 'showstopper events' - music promoter
A veteran music promoter says the government's new $40 million funding package will bring superstar acts back to New Zealand. Audio
Eden Park chief executive on govt funding for music and events
Music and hospitality leaders are singing the government's praises over a $70 million funding package for tourism and events. Eden Park chief executive Nick Sautner spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Fences up, fences down: Wellington bridge battle ramps up
Protestors say shutting the landmark bridge has deprived Wellington of a major drawcard during one of its busiest weekends.
Queenstown hotelier's false claims revealed after heli-crayfish case
Rees Management was fined for illegally selling recreationally caught crayfish and failing to keep records.
The Not Hot List: Why less popular is a good thing
Intrepid Travel's annual Not Hot List highlights alternative places for travellers to consider in light of ongoing concerns about over-tourism and its environmental impacts. Audio
The world's most unusual airport runways
When it comes to airport runways, once the safety side is taken care of, in a few parts of the world, things get a little inventive.
