Tourism
Suspected alcohol poisoning of travellers a reminder of risks
It's the time of year when many people are looking forward to getting away on their summer break -- to enjoy some sun and sea and let their hair down a little while they're away from home. But the… Audio
Ministry of Foreign Affairs raises caution level for Fiji
The Foreign Affairs Ministry has increased its alert level to two out of four for kiwis travelling to Fiji. Journalist Mereoni Mili spoke to Morning Report. Audio
Fiji govt trying to protect country's reputation as tourist destination
Fiji's government is desperately trying to protect the country's reputation as a tourist destination after seven people fell violently ill after drinking cocktails at a five-star resort on Saturday… Audio
Seven people hospitalised after drinking cocktails at Fiji resort
Fijian authorities are scrambling to find out what led to seven people falling ill after drinking cocktails at a five-star resort on Saturday afternoon. All were taken to hospital where their… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Monday 16 December 2024
In today's episode, several people, including four Australians and one American are in hospital in Fiji with suspected alcohol poisoning, critics are questioning a trip to China by more than 30 police… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 16 December 2024
On today's episode, a number of Australian tourists are in hospital in Fiji after what authorities say is a suspected case of alcohol poisoning, a politics expert says a trip to China taken by police… Audio
Great Walks, huts and campsites in great demand
Visitor demand for huts and campsites is growing, with DOC recording 1.25 million bookings last financial year.
Cruise ships in Napier – how much water do they really take?
Are Hawke's Bay water restrictions going to be an obstacle for the region's booming cruise ship trade?
Colorado man missing on Aoraki/Mount Cook
Bad weather prevented search teams from looking for the men on Tuesday, and at this stage it is unlikely they will be able to continue the search until Thursday. Boulder, Colorado based journalist… Audio
Police name men missing on Aoraki/Mount Cook
Three men who went missing after attempting to climb Aoraki Mount Cook over the weekend have still not been found. Aoraki Area Commander Inspector Vicki Walker spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Te Papa makes $750k in two months from international visitor fee
Ticket sales are about on track, and are expected to ramp up over summer, the national museum says. Audio
Te Papa makes $750,000 since charging international visitors
Te Papa has pocketed $750,000 since it started charging international visitors an admission fee two months ago. The change came in during September to help fund rising energy, insurance and staffing… Audio
Cathedral Cove track reopens after almost two years
The beach - a popular tourist spot - has been accessible only by boat since storms caused extensive damage.
Starbucks opens a cafe with a view of North Korea
Coffee lovers wanting to catch a glimpse of life in the world's most reclusive nation should get ready to travel.
Four bodies recovered from capsized tourist boat off Egypt's Red Sea coast
Rescue teams also found five people alive - two Belgian tourists, one Swiss, one Finn and an Egyptian, bringing the total number of survivors to 33.
The Western tourists going to Iraq for vacation
Multiple governments advise against travel to Iraq for security reasons, yet the country is luring adventurers and the curious.
Cruise ship industry challenged to show workings of tourism spend report
The report it issued claims cruise tourism injected $1.37 billion into the New Zealand economy in the last financial year. Audio
Mount Fuji eyes China-made tram to transport hikers
Japanese authorities seeking to reduce the carbon footprint and overcrowding at Mount Fuji will propose a trackless, rubber-tyred tram system.
Auckland taxi charges tourists $163 for journey of less than 10km
A pensioner from a small town in Central Otago says she feels she was "fleeced" after being charged more than $160 for a 20-minute taxi ride in Auckland.
NZ missing out on growing market by not targeting rainbow tourists
Pride Pledge's founder says New Zealand is an attractive destination for many LGBTQIA+ travellers but it is not actively rolling out the welcome mat.
