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All aboard: KiwiRail beefs up tourism expertise
KiwiRail is hoping to take advantage of the rail renaissance that attracts tourists.
100-bed hotel one of four planned for Napier
Napier could have as many as four new hotels, with a total of more than 300 rooms.
Voluntourism warning: 'A dash of enthusiasm does not qualify'
This summer we look back at the big stories of last year. This is from February.
Most Airbnb owners dodge bed tax
Airbnb hosts now have to pay tax. One problem - the council can't track them down.
Peter Miles: Fair rules needed for holiday rentals
COMMENT: Taxing holiday homes like hotels could drive owners out of the business.
Guest nights at record high as tourism surges
In the year ended October 31, there was a record 40.2 million guest nights.
Duke of Marlborough's $12m, nine-year revamp
Upgrade to Russell hotel includes new frontage, new rooms and conference facilities.
Russian billionaire sells stake in Waiwera Thermal Resort
Mikhail Khimich has sold his Waiwera interests to his Amercian associate
Is the Golden Age of Travel over?
The surge in new airlines to Auckland has dried up over the past year.
$25,000 a day: Luxury tours to woo Chinese visitors
Itineraries costing up to $25,000 per family a day being rolled out.
Why spending by Chinese tourists is booming
Total spending by the surging Chinese visitor market helped by weaker kiwi dollar.
Volcanic theme lights up Auckland's newest hotel
The $91m hotel with chandeliers, $23k leather couches and rooftop bar.
Women's RWC part of blockbuster year
The big rugby event kicks off between the America's Cup and Apec.
Hope for Waiwera? Australasian giant eyes park
The hot pool giant is eager to start discussions with the owners.
Fallen paradise: Can Waiwera be saved?
Property owners are hoping to revive once-bustling hot pools complex.
Tourism boss says change in strategy overdue
The drive for higher-spending tourists rather than more of them has been welcomed.
Government plans unveiled for $80m tourism levy
Tourism strategy says government will take stronger stewardship role
Watch: Tourism industry's pitch to make all travellers guardians of NZ
A new video is aimed at encouraging visitors to take better care of NZ.
What next for troubled Waiwera Thermal Resort?
The Waiwera Thermal Resort could be permanently forfeited and a new operator be sought.
Locals decry 'bloody mess': Inside the Waiwera wasteland
Locals worry about the impact the closure will have on the community.
Big Auckland hotel sold to Aussies for more than $50m
Downtown Auckland hotel sold to Aussies for record price.
Kevin O'Sullivan: Wharf 'dolphins' needed to keep our cruise visitors
COMMENT: New Zealand's cruise industry needs better Auckland facilities.
Here we go again - Whanganui looks to rebrand itself
A project is under way to develop Whanganui's "regional brand story".
First glimpse: Monster superyacht arrives in Auckland
The luxury superyacht was built in the Netherlands for an estimated $175m.
New $300m Park Hyatt Auckland will have a moat inside
Sneak peek inside Park Hyatt Auckland.
Revealed: Auckland Airport to get new 144-room hotel
The old Qantas building is set to become a new airport hotel.
Winter visitors give Ruapehu $8.25m boost
Collaborative approach to marketing pays off for Ruapehu region.
One big winner from the sagging kiwi dollar
While kiwis heading overseas are suffering some currency pain the tourism sector benefits
Govt spending a pretty penny: $19m for tourist toilets other facilities
More money is being spent to ease pressure from tourists on facilities around the country.
Taking the plunge: Air NZ return to Hawaii for $499
Economy fares from Auckland to Honolulu plunge to a record low amid hot competition
Revealed: Travel Agents Association winners
All the winners from Travel Agents Association awards revealed.
Revealed: The top tourist operators in NZ
The country's top tourism businesses have been named - plus the top people's choice.
Bookabach under fire over new commission-based platform
Bach owners and property managers are upset that they will now have to pay more.