Tourism
Waka Kotahi signals delays ahead with New Year's Eve traffic hotspots
The transport agency is warning travellers to expect heavy traffic on highways up and down the country.
Bagmageddon: The suitcases lost for a week at Auckland airport
Christmas presents, birthday gifts, medication and clothes. It's all in Fiona Peacock's luggage which has been missing for a week at Auckland International Airport.
Tourism groups unite to run environmentally friendly bus
Tourism operators have joined forces to establish a bus service between Nelson and the Abel Tasman National Park.
Small businesses missing out on govt's tourism fund, some claim
The youth and adventure tourism industry says small businesses are missing out on the government fund to boost the sector's recovery.
Remote camping and tramping spots for summer getaways
Aotearoa boasts many out-of-the-way camping and tramping spots that take some time and effort to reach.
How to take a hike this summer while staying safe
Trampers are being urged to ensure they're well-prepared before striking out.
Highway traffic back to pre-Covid-19 levels, holidaymakers warned
Waka Kotahi has chosen this summer to carry out major roadworks as well.
How will hospitality and tourism fare this summer?
A recent survey by Tourism Industry Aotearoa finds hospitality and tourism is short of sixty-five thousand workers. Queues, reduced opening hours and minimum two night stays are on the cards this… Audio
Do hotel booking sites actually keep prices high?
If you're heading away this summer and looking at booking a hotel or motel - should you use a booking site? An investigation is underway by the Australian department of treasury - requested by… Audio
Group raising $800k to maintain KiwiRail line for historic train
A Gisborne train group needs to raise the money for repairs to a KiwiRail line so its fabled steam locomotive can continue its usual route.
Summer travel could add to ED strain - expert
As Aotearoa's emergency departments fight to keep up with demand, an expert is warning that an increase in tourism could add to the strain this summer. There had already been almost 360 deaths on our… Audio
Tourism body working to get recovery underway in volatile market
Tourism New Zealand says the industry is making promising steps towards recovery but it will take years for it to bounce back after years of disruptions.
Jucy targets premium market after Star RV brand acquisition
Traditionally low-budget tourism company Jucy is eyeing growth in the premium market following its acquisition of the Star RV brand.
Otago expected to fare best during economic growth slowdown - Westpac
Regions with a high exposure to export markets, including agriculture and foreign tourism, will generally do better than others, according to Westpac's regional report.
Business commentator Gyles Beckford
Migration and travel statistics show increasing numbers of tourists and a reduced level of migration loss for the year, since July we've been gaining migrants, reflecting relaxed visa criteria for the… Audio
Budget friendly summer activities in Waikato
It's First Up's last week of 2022 and hopefully many of us will be enjoying a summer break. So we've decided to help out by giving you a guide to summer events in the main regions on a budget - with… Audio
Stunning Tohu Whenua site highlights Fox Glacier as a taonga
A stunning new visitor experience highlighting the beauty of Fox Glacier and representing the Ngāi Tahu creation story has been opened.
The Week in Detail: In Nelson, Christchurch and Franz Josef
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
'Future looks bright': Excitement over cycling tourism potential as key trail gets green light
A key piece in the vision of connecting Queenstown and Dunedin airports by cycle trail can now proceed.
Air NZ upgrades half-year earnings guidance on strong demand, falling costs
But inflation, price volatility and the risk of recession are making it difficult to figure out what the full-year earnings might be.
