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Best skiing for a decade in Canterbury

Tuesday, 21 July 2009, 2:21 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Canterbury’s 16 ski areas are all clear and ready for more action, after a record-breaking school holiday season. More >>

Christchurch the hottest place to be this winter

Wednesday, 1 July 2009, 12:56 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

New York has one. So have London, Dublin, and all the other great winter destinations of the world. Now Christchurch is joining the party. Cathedral Square will soon be home to an ice rink in the heart of the city in a move that promises to enhance Christchurch's ... More >>

Diamond Princess arrives in Lyttelton

Thursday, 18 December 2008, 11:54 am | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

One of the world's largest cruise ships, the Diamond Princess arrives at the Port of Lyttelton on Sunday. More >>

Tourism Bosses Challenge After Glowing Endorsement

Tuesday, 19 August 2008, 2:02 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Canterbury tourism bosses are hoping Lonely Planet’s glowing endorsement of Christchurch in its latest New Zealand travel guide will encourage people to take a fresh look at the city. More >>

MTV music festival great winter gig for Canterbury

Thursday, 3 July 2008, 10:43 am | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

MTV’s decision to hold its hugely popular Snow Jam in Canterbury on August 16 will boost the region’s international profile and provide yet another reason for people to visit here, says Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism chief executive Christine ... More >>

CCT takes steps to reduce impact on environment

Wednesday, 4 June 2008, 1:05 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Canterbury’s leading tourism organisation is marking World Environment Day by renewing its commitment to environmental sustainability and urging local tourism operators to follow its lead. Staff at CCT’s administration office and i-SITE Visitor Centre ... More >>

Red carpet rolls out for Christchurch residents

Wednesday, 30 April 2008, 11:09 am | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

The red carpet is being rolled out in Christchurch’s Cathedral Square this Friday 2 May, not for royalty or a visiting dignitary but for the city’s own residents. More >>

Canterbury tourism operators challenged

Wednesday, 19 March 2008, 4:51 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Earth Hour represents a golden opportunity for Canterbury’s tourism operators to demonstrate their commitment to environmental sustainability, says Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism chief executive Christine Prince. More >>

Escape to Christchurch for a weekend break

Monday, 25 February 2008, 2:16 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Christchurch’s distinctive heritage and alpine edge are on offer to New Zealanders in a new campaign aimed at enticing them here for a short escape. More >>

Tourism leading effort to reduce greenhouse gases

Thursday, 15 November 2007, 12:41 am | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism’s efforts to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions have seen it become the first regional tourism organisation in New Zealand to earn carboNZero certification. More >>

Ready-Set-Go . . . to Cup Day in Christchurch

Saturday, 20 October 2007, 2:51 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Christchurch's new mayor and tourism leaders are hoping a special $9 airfare to Christchurch will see record numbers of Wellingtonians and Aucklanders enjoying New Zealand Cup Day festivities in the Garden City. More >>

Cheaper domestic air travel boost for Christchurch

Thursday, 23 August 2007, 12:22 am | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Lower fares on domestic airline routes provide an opportunity for Christchurch and Canterbury to capitalise on its growing reputation as a short-break destination for Kiwis, local tourism leaders say. More >>

Canterbury turns green and gold

Sunday, 4 March 2007, 3:10 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Canterbury’s autumn colours will be on display across Australia as a new tourism campaign entices our Australian friends to holiday across the Tasman. More >>

Autumn campaign sheds new light on Canterbury

Thursday, 1 March 2007, 1:38 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism is launching a new domestic marketing campaign aimed at enticing more visitors to the area in the autumn months. The Be There campaign, which begins this Sunday with television advertisements aimed at North Islanders, ... More >>

Kiwis give Canterbury three top spots

Wednesday, 14 February 2007, 2:00 pm | Christchurch and Canterbury Tourism

Canterbury’s popularity as a top holiday destination has been sealed, with three of the region’s tourist attractions winning a top 10 slot in the AA’s 101 Must Do’s for Kiwis. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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