Tourism New Zealand - Latest News [Page 6]
Autumn arrivals continue to drive positive growth
Monday, 22 June 2015, 1:02 pm | Tourism New Zealand
Continued growth in holiday arrivals from Tourism New Zealand’s target markets has resulted in a record-setting autumn, with total holiday arrivals up 16.5 per cent for the month of May. The data, released today by Statistics New Zealand, shows ... More >>
Serbia sails away with FIFA U-20 World Cup
Sunday, 21 June 2015, 10:50 am | Tourism New Zealand
A triumphant Serbia brought the curtain down on the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2015 with 2-1 final victory over Brazil in Auckland, New Zealand on Saturday (20.06.15) with the jubilant team celebrating in style after beating the tournament favourites ... More >>
Chinese mega-star picks Aotearoa for family celebration
Wednesday, 10 June 2015, 11:33 am | Tourism New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand and Air New Zealand have continued their phenomenal run in attracting China’s biggest celebrity names to showcase the country despite increasing competition from other destinations. More >>
FIFA U-20 World Cup kicks off in New Zealand
Sunday, 31 May 2015, 10:17 am | Tourism New Zealand
The FIFA U-20 World Cup kicked into action at Auckland’s North Harbour Stadium today (30.05.2015) – heralding the most important football tournament ever held in New Zealand. More >>
April arrivals another chapter in tourism’s story of growth
Thursday, 21 May 2015, 12:28 pm | Tourism New Zealand
The tourism industry is heading towards an annual arrivals figure of three million, with data out today showing yet another month of growth in visitor arrivals. Visitor arrivals for the year ending April 2015 have been boosted significantly by visitors ... More >>
Marketing executive heads home for tourism role
Thursday, 21 May 2015, 11:34 am | Tourism New Zealand
Marketing executive heads home for tourism role Tourism New Zealand has attracted a top marketer back to New Zealand to take on a key role on its leadership team. René de Monchy will take on the role of Director Trade, PR and Major Events for ... More >>
Whanganui River waka workout for Prince Harry
Friday, 15 May 2015, 11:48 am | Tourism New Zealand
Prince Harry charmed his way up the mighty Whanganui River, immersed himself in Māori culture and paddled his waka – a journey that made for a spectacular arrival in the riverside city. More >>
100% Pure New Zealand hits sixteen with new look
Friday, 15 May 2015, 9:26 am | Tourism New Zealand
The latest evolution of Tourism New Zealand’s 100% Pure New Zealand campaign has further defined the country’s unique offer to travellers with a focus on the range and closeness of New Zealand’s attractions. More >>
Prince Harry enjoys New Zealand island escape
Monday, 11 May 2015, 10:00 am | Tourism New Zealand
Prince Harry’s New Zealand visit went off-the-beaten track and away from the crowds when he travelled south to Stewart Island. More >>
March arrivals wrap up a stellar summer
Thursday, 23 April 2015, 12:41 pm | Tourism New Zealand
March has been another month of impressive visitor numbers with total arrivals up 7.1 per cent for the year– bringing a fantastic summer season to a close, says Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive Kevin Bowler. The data, released today by Statistics ... More >>
Spectacular news from Air New Zealand, says tourism partner
Thursday, 16 April 2015, 9:39 am | Tourism New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand’s Chief Executive Kevin Bowler says today’s announcement from Air New Zealand regarding the commencement of flights between Houston in the USA and Auckland, is a spectacular one for the industry. “Visitor arrivals from ... More >>
NZ aired to millions during “Germany’s next Top model” show
Friday, 10 April 2015, 10:40 am | Tourism New Zealand
Over 2.5 million Germans last night had New Zealand beamed into their homes during a 120-minute episode of “Germany’s next Top model”, filmed in New Zealand during February. More >>
New Zealand has a bird in hand for Cricket World Cup final
Sunday, 29 March 2015, 9:30 pm | Tourism New Zealand
New Zealand has gone to the birds as the sports-loving nation rolls out the latest secret weapon for the much anticipated ICC Cricket World Cup final on Sunday. More >>
Outstanding month of arrivals drives overall visitor growth
Friday, 20 March 2015, 2:49 pm | Tourism New Zealand
The combination of Chinese New Year and the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 has resulted in impressive arrivals growth for the month of February, says Tourism New Zealand’s Chief Executive Kevin Bowler. Arrivals in February 2015 were up 14.0 per cent compared ... More >>
New Zealand Screened Across World in New Global Campaign
Thursday, 5 March 2015, 9:13 am | Tourism New Zealand
New Zealand’s mountains, forests, urban streets and a remote glacial lake provide the backdrop for a global campaign for ASICS that will be broadcast across the world from this week. More >>
Amazing Race host is new face of NZ cycling in the US
Tuesday, 3 March 2015, 12:51 pm | Tourism New Zealand
Americans will be inspired to explore New Zealand on two wheels, thanks to a new partnership between Tourism New Zealand and Phil Keoghan. More >>
January arrivals a great start for 2015
Thursday, 26 February 2015, 12:54 pm | Tourism New Zealand
January arrivals a great start for 2015 New Zealand's appeal as a holiday destination continued to drive annual visitor growth during January this year - with total holiday arrivals up 5.6 per cent for the year ended January 2015. The data, released today ... More >>
Visitor arrivals hit new high in 2014
Friday, 30 January 2015, 12:32 pm | Tourism New Zealand
International visitor arrivals for December have rounded out an impressive year of growth with total arrivals for 2014 up 5.1 per cent. December saw over 400,000 arrivals, marking the highest number of visitors ever recorded for any month, pushing ... More >>
Wellington in Top 10 Cities to Visit in 2015
Saturday, 20 December 2014, 10:44 am | Tourism New Zealand
Wellington has capped off another stellar year with a place in Rough Guides Top 10 Cities to Visit in 2015 More >>
Tourism NZ endorses NZ International Convention Centre
Friday, 19 December 2014, 2:51 pm | Tourism New Zealand
Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) says that today’s application for resource consent for the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) is great news for the tourism industry. More >>