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Christchurch, Taupō and Nelson-Marlborough lead the way with revenue per room.
Cathay Pacific returns to Christchurch - what’s next in NZ?
Airline has been flying here for 40 years
What's in the pipeline for tourism and hospitality? New minister's plan for summer
New minister faces long wishlist but says he’s open to new ideas about funding the sector.
Living beyond our means - current account deficit still worryingly wide
Tourism prevents NZ's current account deficit from falling deeper into the red.
First look: Inside the new $800 a night luxury Pullman hotel at Auckland Airport
Te Arikinui Pullman Hotel offers rooms for up to $820 a night.
United Airlines’ Christchurch flights mean big tourism boost
It's the first airline and US carrier to fly direct to the South Island in 20 years.
How billionaire Julian Robertson fell in love with NZ’s top end luxury lodges
What the management deal means for Kauri Cliffs, Cape Kidnappers and Matakauri.
What's on offer at $30,000 a night luxury lodge
The lodge has an ultra luxe farmhouse charm but it's the wildlife that leaves its mark.
Jetstar adds more seats as it lays down challenge to Air NZ
Budget carrier plans 150,000 more seats across domestic and transtasman network.
He’s a towering figure in the tourism industry. Last night he was named CEO of the year
Webster's drive to build back better and not waste a crisis marks his leadership.
Watch live tonight: Deloitte Top 200 awards
New Zealand's most prestigious business awards live.
NZ Jet looks for clearer air in luxury market
Some sectors feeling heat from tough economy but luxury flight deals weathering the storm.
Kiwi townhouse rental owner wins apology from global accommodation giant
A $182b online booking service says sorry after payment problems.
From butcher to hotel-maker: The Kiwi boss at global giant Marriott
And the connection he'd like to make with the All Blacks.
Travel binge: Auckland-Los Angeles return fares drop below $1000
Travel and inbound tourism is edging closer to pre-Covid levels.
Auckland like you've never seen it: Giant artwork's forest canopy to enfold city view
"Important to me that the artwork operated on a macro and micro scale." - Sara Hughes.
How CEOs should tackle the rise of generative AI
Three finalists line up for the Deloitte Top 200 CEO of the year award.
Ecosanctuary, and its birds, win supreme award
Winner 'has absolutely transformed what tourism means in Aotearoa'.
Editorial: Airline competition across the Pacific great news at both ends of the line
The arrival of new airlines is great news for passengers.
Air NZ looks to future: Supersonic planes, robots and VR travel on the radar
The airline is thinking big as it faces more disruption due to engine issues.
Tourism speed bumps: The big hurdles facing mega-industry
The industry wants a bigger share of billions collected in taxes and levies.
Deloitte Top 200: Finalists named for 2023 business awards
One emerging theme this year is how to handle new technology such as AI.
Funding for Go with Tourism a goner as pre-election spending cuts bite
Jobs platform helped prepare young Kiwis for jobs and helped them pivot during Covid.
Big catch: The $3000-a-night NZ fishing lodge bought by global luxury operator
The Nelson fly-fishing lodge is internationally famous.
Picking up the tourism tab: Hotel group’s advice for new Government over who pays
Accommodation providers may all have to add more to the bill under industry plan.
Hawaiian Airlines cuts NZ route during winter
The seasonal departure's a blow for travellers as the airline helped drive prices down.
What a global airport boss thought of his connection through Auckland
The industry leader says investment is needed to bring airports up to scratch.
Coromandel’s plea: No, we’re not closed, so come and see us
Income-starved holiday hub will need more than prayers for a good summer.
Surge in travel two-edged for New Zealand economy
The recovery in visitor numbers highest since mid-2020, but well below pre-Covid peak.
Record arrivals from India help boost tourist numbers
India is the fifth-largest source of overseas visitors to New Zealand.
‘Holy s***, I never expected that’: Big payday for Kiwi travel firm bought by global giant
Run out of an Orewa home, the business now has multi-billion-dollar backing.
Battleground route: Airline capacity to US soars on pre-Covid levels
Links to North America surge this summer as capacity nears pre-pandemic levels.