New Zealand reopens to travellers after two years
Visitors from 60 visa-waiver nations, including the US and UK, can now enter New Zealand for the first time since the closure of borders
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Air New Zealand to centralise Auckland operation and invest for future
The airline will begin building a new aircraft hangar and has approved in-principle a project to centralise its Auckland workforce at a refurbished airport campus
Tourism New Zealand relaunches travel trade website
Tourism New Zealand has relaunched its travel trade website with the aim to deliver the best information, education, resources and support to inspire and help travel agents to sell New…
Heritage Expeditions releases 2023-24 Southern Ocean Season including new destinations
Pioneering New Zealand-based expedition cruise company Heritage Expeditions has released its 2023-24 Southern Ocean Season adding some exciting destinations to its iconic voyages.
Air New Zealand resumes flights to more North American destinations
Air New Zealand has resumed its non-stop service to San Francisco and looks forward to resuming services to Honolulu on 4 July and to Houston on 7 July.
Air New Zealand welcomes Aussies back
Air New Zealand welcomed over 4,000 customers on board as the border restrictions between Australia and New Zealand were removed
Singapore latest destination to resume as flight touches down
The first Air New Zealand flight from Singapore in over 720 days arrived into Auckland yesterday marking the resumption of services to the Southeast Asian nation.
New Zealand remains high on event planners’ lists
The New Zealand government recently announced its borders will reopen on 12 April to fully vaccinated Australian visitors and then from 1 May, vaccinated travellers from visa-waiver…
New Yorkers are one flight closer to New Zealand with non-stop flights between the NYC and Auckland
Getting to New Zealand just got easier. Today, Air New Zealand has announced its first flight from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport to New Zealand will be on 17 September…
New Zealand says Kia ora world as borders reopen on 1 May
New Zealand government has announced the country’s borders will reopen on May 1 allowing international manuhiri (visitors) from visa waiver countries, including the US
Kia ora world, New Zealand is ready to be explored!
Air New Zealand is ready and waiting to reconnect friends and whānau from across the ditch from Wednesday 13 April, and visa waiver countries from Monday 2 May.
STAAH wins top connectivity provider accolade from Expedia
STAAH has earned Elite Connectivity Partner status with Expedia Group, the highest designation available in their Connectivity Partner Program
New Zealand prepares to welcome back international visitors
This week the New Zealand Government announced it is removing the self-isolation requirements for vaccinated travellers arriving in New Zealand.
Air New Zealand To Fly Non-Stop To NYC This Year
Air New Zealand is launching a non-stop service between Auckland and New York City this year, making it one of the world’s longest flights.
hoo joins hands with STAAH to offer hoteliers access to dynamic pricing and world-beating commissions
New Zealand-based technology company that specialises in innovative cloud-based solutions that simplify hospitality operations STAAH has partnered with UK-based hoo – an innovative new…
Air New Zealand B777-300ER Returns From 600 Days Of Grounding
One of Air New Zealand’s Boeing 777-300ER jets returned to service after being grounded due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected the whole fleet.
New Zealand to reopen in phases, starting with travellers from visa-free nations
New Zealand will reopen its borders in phases after having closed for two years due to the Covid-19 outbreak
New Zealand Announces Border Opening After Taliban Helps Abandoned Pregnant Kiwi
With her announcement, New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern put an end to a humiliating week that saw a pregnant Kiwi journalist stranded outside the nation seeking help from the…
Air New Zealand continues to operate domestic services
Following the New Zealand Government’s announcement that the country will move to the red traffic light at midnight tonight, the airline will continue to keep the country connected.
What’s Air New Zealand up to? Helping three lucky kiwi chicks take flight of their dreams
Air New Zealand helped three lucky kiwi chicks take the flight of their dreams to their brand-new home on Motuara Island via Nelson.
STAAH unveils top 10 online booking channels for 2021
STAAH, one of the leading cloud-based hotel distribution and guest booking platforms, has unveiled the lists of online channels that brought the greatest booking revenue to hotels and…
Air New Zealand Suspends Meal Service Onboard
Health and safety concerns over the COVID-19 Omicron model have forced Air New Zealand to halt food serving on aircraft temporarily.
Air NZ Cancels Hundreds Flight As Country Reopening Delayed
Due to the current Omicron outbreak, the New Zealand government has postponed the planned commencement of quarantine-free travel for its citizens and residents until the end of February.
Air New Zealand seeking innovators for next generation aircraft
Air New Zealand wants to get a zero-emissions aircraft in the air in the next five years and is calling on traditional aviation manufacturers as well as entrepreneurs and innovators from…
New Zealand’s border reopening delay results in flight cancellations
Following the New Zealand government’s announcement delaying the start of non-MIQ travel, Air New Zealand will cancel around 120 services through to the end of February
Tourism New Zealand marks 20th anniversary of ‘The Fellowship Of The Ring’
December 10, 2021 will mark 20 years since the international premiere of the first film in the iconic The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy, The Fellowship of the Ring
New Zealand lays out tourism recovery roadmap
New forecasts for New Zealand tourist recovery suggest it would take until 2024 for the industry to return to its "new normal."
Air New Zealand supports sustainably endorsed tourism businesses in New Zealand
Air New Zealand has announced that it will move to sell only activities and attractions awarded a Qualmark endorsement for their commitment to quality, safety and sustainability from 31…
Air New Zealand set to take off in January
Air New Zealand has welcomed the news that from 17 January 2022, New Zealanders will be able to travel to and from Australia
New Zealand announced three phases to welcome international visitors
On Wednesday, New Zealand’s COVID-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins outlined the country’s road map out of harsh border restrictions, including double-jabbed Kiwis travelling to and from…
New Zealand announces reopening to tourists in April
New Zealand has announced it will reopen borders to visitors vaccinated against Covid-19 in the opening months of 2022
Air New Zealand cancels 1000 flights due to trans-Tasman uncertainty
Due to ongoing border uncertainty between New Zealand and Australia, Air New Zealand has cancelled over 1000 flights between the two countries until December 31, 2021.
Air NZ to require vaccine proof or negative test for domestic flights
Air New Zealand has announced it would adopt new guidelines for domestic flights across New Zealand from mid-December, with all passengers required to either produce confirmation of complete…
From then to now! Embracing the hospitality and tech evolution
Kevin Tatem, managing director in South East Asia at STAAH reminisces about the good old days and talks about how innovation in technology and industry transformation has changed our…
New Zealand is easing quarantine but won’t welcome tourists yet
New Zealand officials have said they will gradually loosen their border quarantine requirements, which have been among the toughest in the world throughout the pandemic
100% Kiwi! STAAH gets New Zealand FernMark
STAAH has announced it has recently become a New Zealand FernMark Licensee as FernMark acts as a ‘tick of approval’ from the New Zealand Government and gives confidence to its clients
Air New Zealand adds quarantine free flights to NSW from 5 November
Air New Zealand has added quarantine free flights from Auckland - Sydney for Australian citizens or permanent residents
The Australia NZ burst bubble hits Air New Zealand
Due to stringent COVID restrictions in Auckland, Air New Zealand is operating at less than one-third of its typical domestic capacity.
Suspension of travel bubble with NZ extended
Professor Paul Kelly, Australia's Chief Medical Officer, issued a statement on New Zealand green zone flights owing to the current COVID-19 outbreak in the country.
Air New Zealand to introduce ‘no jab, no fly’ for international travellers
Air New Zealand is asking customers to get ready for international travel by getting vaccinated from 1 February 2022
Tourism New Zealand unveils new marketing hub in India
Tourism New Zealand has launched its 100% Pure New Zealand Marketing Hub in India, housing free and professionally designed marketing assets for travel agents
Air NZ and Airbus test hydrogen-powered aircraft
Air New Zealand has teamed up with aircraft manufacturer Airbus to investigate the feasibility of adding hydrogen-powered passenger planes to its fleet by 2030.
Air NZ to operate quarantine flights between Australia and NZ
Air New Zealand announced on Friday (17 September) that it will operate a limited number of quarantine flights between Australia and New Zealand.
Trans-Tasman bubble may reopen next year, but not the same as before
Experts say the trans-Tasman bubble is unlikely to reopen as Australia battles the highly contagious Delta variant.
Air New Zealand opens lounges and boosts schedule
Air New Zealand has increased its schedule, reopened some airport lounges, and resumed valet services as the country enters Alert Level 2 restrictions in response to a reduction in the…
Trans-Tasman bubble likely to change
Greg Foran, the CEO of Air New Zealand, has stated that he is confident that international travel will resume early next year, but that the trans-Tasman bubble will likely change.
Air NZ will operate solely Dreamliner’s on long-haul routes
Air New Zealand is retiring its Boeing 777-300 fleet as it seeks to simplify its long-haul fleet in the post-pandemic era.
Qantas, Air New Zealand report unprecedented losses
Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, the two largest South Pacific carriers, have reported disappointing earnings for the full year of 2020.
Podcast: Te Puia Rotorua with Justin Te Hau
Te Puia is quite an institution in Rotorua, New Zealand. This fascinating attraction has a 180-year legacy of guiding visitors through a stunning geothermal valley and showcasing the…
New Zealand goes into lockdown
New Zealand has returned to full lockdown from midnight on Tuesday for the first time since March 2020, now that infection with the delta variant of the coronavirus has been identified.
New Zealand opening to vaccinated travellers in early 2022
New Zealand plans to allow vaccinated travellers from low-risk countries to enter quarantine-free beginning in early 2022.
Air NZ flags big revenue loss from bubble pause
Air New Zealand has forecast a bigger financial hit after New Zealand suspended its travel bubble with Australia.
New Zealand bursts Australia travel bubble
For at least eight weeks, there will be no quarantine-free travel between New Zealand and any Australian state.
Bubble burst: Jacinda Ardern suspends New Zealand travel bubble with Australia for at least 8 weeks
New Zealand government has announced suspension of travel bubble with Australia for at least eight weeks
Air NZ dust off long-haul routes suspended at start of pandemic
Air New Zealand is bringing back long-haul routes it suspended in early 2020 because of the Covid-19 pandemic and is increasing frequencies on the few long-haul services it has been…
Busiest season is here! Half a million Kiwis travelling around New Zealand this school holidays
Well over half a million Kiwis are preparing to take to the skies this school holidays in what Air New Zealand is calling its busiest July break ever winter school holiday period
Twinkle twinkle! Starry celebration under the magic of Matariki stars in New Zealand has begun
A significant time in the New Zealand cultural calendar marking the beginning of Māori New Year is here
New Zealand suspends travel bubble with Australia
New Zealand has announced a three-day suspension of its quarantine-free travel arrangement with Australia, with Wellington citing ‘multiple’ outbreaks of Covid-19 in the neighbouring country
Air New Zealand to establish crew base in Brisbane
Air New Zealand has extended its agreement with the Australian Government to operate flights between Norfolk Island and Australia from 30 August 2021 until the end of August 2023.
Scott Morrison says pacific travel bubble is “a real possibility”
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has hinted at expanding the trans-Tasman travel bubble to include other Pacific Islands after touching down in New Zealand for talks with his NZ counterpart…
New Zealand halts travel bubble with Australia’s Victoria state
New Zealand has now suspended quarantine-free travel with Australia’s Victoria state over a new coronavirus cluster this week
New Zealand reinstates COVID-19 travel bubble with NSW
Following the detection of two COVID-19 cases in Sydney last Thursday, New Zealand decided to temporarily suspend quarantine-free travel.
New Zealand kicks off bubble number two with Rarotonga
As New Zealand’s temperatures drop, Air New Zealand is warming up its engines for more flights to Rarotonga
Trans-Tasman travel bubble ends dry spell of tourism
The much-hyped Australia-New Zealand travel bubble could pull the lever on a multi-billion-dollar jackpot for both countries.
Air New Zealand’s busiest day since Covid-19 started
There were big smiles under the masks last Friday, as Air New Zealand had their busiest day of flying since Covid-19 closed the borders.
Authorities confident that NZ bubble will not burst
An Auckland Airport worker who has tested positive for Covid-19 cleans planes from high-risk "red-zone countries", and had been fully vaccinated, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says.
Trans-Tasman bubble is officially open! Heartwarming reunion for New Zealand and Australian travellers
The Wellington Airport was filled with hugs and kisses as the first batch of travellers from neighbouring country Australia arrived after the Trans-Tasman bubble officially opened.
Influencer pleads guilty for threatening to blow up plane when asked to pay for wine
On Wednesday, Hannah Lee Pierson, 31, pleaded guilty to a charge of disorderly behaviour disruptive conduct at a Christchurch court over the November 7, 2020, inflight incident.
Vaccination will not guarantee we can start international travel
Overseas travel could be off the cards for Australians even after Covid-19 vaccines are rolled out across the country.
Will this be the new way of international travel?
More countries are beginning to plan to open their international borders and new systems have been unveiled that make departure and arrivals very structured and organised.
Kia Ora New Zealand! The two-way travel bubble is a go
Australians will be able to travel across the ditch without having to quarantine upon arrival or on their return to Australia.
New Zealand not yet ready for two-way travel bubble
PM Jacinta Ardern has told the press that more time is needed to set up the two-way travel bubble with Australia that has been bursting since October last year.
Two-way Trans-Tasman bubble is not far off
After a week of sustained pressure in parliament, New Zealand's deputy prime minister says quarantine-free travel for Australians is "not far off".
Air New Zealand sets sights on Hobart
The airline will be launching a non-stop service between Auckland and Hobart once quarantine-free travel is up and running
Air New Zealand’s global digital travel pass a reality soon
Air New Zealand customers and employees will be among the first to trial a digital initiative to get people moving safely across the globe again
STAAH reveals top online channels for 2020
The commission-free STAAH booking engine comes to hoteliers’ aid as the accommodation industry comes out of a pandemic-struck 2020.
Australia reopens New Zealand travel bubble
After no new COVID-19 cases, Australia reopened its travel bubble with New Zealand on 31 January to mark the resumption of the only international arrivals into Australia
The Bubble between Australia and New Zealand has Burst Again
With the recent discovery of 1 case of the Coronavirus variant in New Zealand, Australia has now paused quarantine-free travel from New Zealand for at least three days.
Air New Zealand makes face masks mandatory for all flights
Air New Zealand requires the use of face masks on all international flights to and from New Zealand as a result of updated overseas government border requirements and as a further proactive…
New Zealand to ask international travellers to show negative COVID-19 results
New Zealand will ask international travellers from most countries to show negative COVID-19 test results before boarding flights to the country as new contagious variants of COVID-19 spread…
Air New Zealand begins quarantine-free flights to Brisbane
Air New Zealand has announced it will operate first quarantine-free flight from Auckland to Brisbane on 7 January
Playing Santa: Air New Zealand donates over million items to Kiwi organisations
During the course of 2020, Air New Zealand has donated more than one million items to organisations around the country
PONANT receives green light to recommence luxury expeditions in New Zealand
Ponant's Le Lapérouse, to recommence operations exclusively in New Zealand waters for New Zealanders from February 2021.
Air New Zealand launches unaccompanied minors’ squad
Air New Zealand has set up a dedicated team to look after the unprecedented number of unaccompanied minors expected to travel domestically to and from Auckland this summer
New Zealand looks forward to travel bubble with Australia in early 2021
New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the cabinet has agreed in principle on a trans-Tasman, quarantine-free travel bubble pending confirmation by Australia’s cabinet and no…
New Zealand announces first travel bubble with Cook Islands
New Zealand has created its first reciprocal travel bubble since the new coronavirus prompted border closures around the world with the Cook Islands
Tourism New Zealand invites everyone to turn disappointments into Forest of Hope
Tourism New Zealand is partnering with Trees That Count to build a Forest of Hope.
‘Twas the flight before Christmas! Air New Zealand’s giveaway to spread joy to Australians
Air New Zealand’s new Christmas video, ‘Twas the Flight Before Christmas, comes with a chance for five lucky Aussies to win return flights to New Zealand
New Zealand PM doubts two-way travel bubble with Australia by Christmas
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has admitted that there is very little chance for New Zealand to fully reopen to Australia by Christmas.
Air New Zealand unveils 2020 sustainability report
The report encompasses issues such as supporting people and communities, tackling climate change, supporting New Zealand through sustainable tourism, working with suppliers and reducing…
3 real-life horror stories of travellers found dead during their holiday
Here are some of the real-life horror stories of travellers that became headlines in the APAC region.
Podcast: Hawkes Bay New Zealand
As it juts out into the Pacific Ocean, the folk in Hawke’s Bay boast that it is the first place in New Zealand to see the sunrise.
New Zealand unveils new travel reimbursement scheme to support agents affected by COVID-19
New Zealand has announced that it will pay travel agencies 7.5% of all refunds and 5% of credits successfully secured on behalf of consumers to help the travel and tourism sector
APAC nations begin to ease travel bans but hurdles remain
Asia-Pacific countries including Singapore, Australia and Japan are gradually easing some international travel restrictions as coronavirus cases slow, in hopes of helping to revive their…
New Zealand’s passport most powerful in the world, knocks off Japan from top position
As per the recent global rankings, New Zealand passport is now the most powerful in the world
Business events get green signal across New Zealand
Auckland’s move to Alert Level 1 is great news for the business events industry and will give decision-makers confidence across the country
‘Messages from New Zealand’ delivers dose of heart-warming Kiwi hospitality
Tourism New Zealand virtually launched its new campaign ‘Messages from New Zealand' that features everyday New Zealanders sharing video messages of hope and care
Yet another blow! Air New Zealand’s chief commercial officer resigns
Owing to the airline’s current domestic status amid the pandemic, Air New Zealand has just announced the resignation of Cam Wallace, its chief commercial and customer officer
New Zealand marks 100-day of no new COVID-19 case
New Zealand has gone 100 days with no new COVID-19 case to add to its incredibly low statistics. I mean, 100 days! How did they do it?
‘Do something new, New Zealand’ winter campaign of the Kiwis comes calling
Air New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) have teamed up to encourage Kiwis to hit the slopes with its new winter campaign
COVID-19 rekindles rail journey
As people are still wary of flying, the recent pandemic is bringing back travellers’ love for rail journey.
A “Shout Out” from New Zealand to the world
While New Zealand borders remain closed, the country has launched a new campaign to keep the country, and its people, in the hearts and minds of friends and family around the globe.
Air New Zealand runs dedicated repatriation flights to Samoa for fruit industry workers
With New Zealand’s fruit picking season coming to an end, the first of two dedicated Air New Zealand repatriation flights to return recognised seasonal employees home to Samoa has taken…
Australia, New Zealand top over 50s’ bucket list
Despite the high risk of the new strain of coronavirus to the elderly, over 50s are still keen to travel once the restrictions and quarantine rules are lifted.
CINZ and PCMA to develop business events community
Conventions and Incentives New Zealand (CINZ) and the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) have announced a strategic agreement to work together to support and…
Air New Zealand jets back to Invercargill
Air New Zealand’s direct A320 jet service between Auckland and Invercargill has resumed today. The airline’s first flight from Auckland to Invercargill will land at 12:40pm, with the…
Christine Dilger to look at growing demand in Australia and New Zealand
Red Elephant Reps has appointed a new sales director for its global team to cover Australia and New Zealand. Based in Brisbane, Christine Dilger will work closely with the company’s…
HappyEasyGo inks deal with STAAH for travellers getting ready for skies again
India-based online travel agency, HappyEasyGo, has announced a partnership with New Zealand-based hospitality industry’s cloud-based distribution and booking platform, STAAH. The…
MEETINGS 2021 to return to Christchurch
The countdown for MEETINGS 2021 in Ōtautahi Christchurch has begun with the announcement of new dates for New Zealand’s premier business events exhibition run by Conventions and…
New Zealand promotes domestic tourism and makes the world green with envy
After crushing the coronavirus with restrictions and protocols brought about by great leadership, New Zealand moved on to recovery.
New Zealand MICE gets a boost
The New Zealand business events and meetings industry has been given some good news today with the announcement that the sector has had with confirmation large events with separate groups of…
New Zealand confirms business events of up to 100 can go ahead
After the easing of restrictions on social gatherings and travel this week, the New Zealand government has confirmed ticketed large events, including domestic business events and…
10 most popular Zoom backgrounds reveal people’s dream destinations
Since people went into quarantine, video calls have become our way to communicate with our families, friends, and colleagues.
5 Regions winning the battle against COVID-19 and here’s what they’re doing
some other countries appear to have managed to slow down the rate of new cases and now seem to be on a slow and possibly difficult path towards recovery. Here they are:
Air New Zealand revises international network
Air New Zealand will not resume operation of its suspended Auckland-Buenos Aires and Los Angeles-London routes due to the deep impact of COVID-19 on forward travel demand. The airline…
Air New Zealand sends vital expertise to Wellington Water project
An Air New Zealand charter flight on the return leg of a roundtrip from Frankfurt to Auckland via Vancouver is now transporting five specialist engineers to New Zealand, where they will…
Air New Zealand: “Domestic travel is still an option”
Air New Zealand is adjusting its domestic network with New Zealand now at Alert Level four.
The airline will operate a limited domestic schedule from 3 April to enable essential travel only…
“It’s important we take action now”: ANZ shuts London cabin crew base
As the impact of the coronavirus outbreak continues, the travel industry has taken a fierce broadside that has caused many businesses to introduce measures that will enable them to stay…
More countries go into lockdown due to COVID-19
After the World Health Organisation announced COVID-19 as a pandemic and cases rise to an unstoppable rate, more countries go into lockdown.
Air New Zealand reduces Samoa services
Air New Zealand is reducing its Auckland-Apia services from six to three per week, effective from today in response to a directive issued to all airlines by the Samoan government.
In…
Air New Zealand to put economy travellers to sleep
Air New Zealand has unveiled a ground-breaking new lie-flat prototype sleep product for economy class travellers. The Economy Skynest is the result of three years of the airline's…
“We will effectively navigate our way through this”: ANZ CEO confident in face of coronavirus
Air New Zealand (ANZ) has published today an update on the airline's forecast of the effect of coronavirus on earnings for the current financial year, with chief executive, Greg Foran,…
STAAH launches e-book on revenue management collated by industry leaders
Leading cloud-based hospitality technology solution provider, STAAH, has launched its e-book on revenue management for the hospitality industry. The e-book aims to make the technical and…
Air New Zealand’s new chief asks staff five questions for strategic plan
Air New Zealand new chief executive Greg Foran involves the whole airline staff in shaping the strategic plan for the national carrier by asking them five questions.
Where are Brits flying to this Christmas?
As Christmas is just a few days away, people are packing their bags gearing for the holidays. Peer-to-peer travel money provider WeSwap has commissioned research from its 500,000-strong…
“No signs of life” left in New Zealand’s White Island volcano eruption
Police have claimed that there had been "no signs of life" left on White Island volcano eruption during several lengthy aerial survey flights.
Uber Rewards is coming to ANZ: Here’s everything you need to know
Uber will roll out the Uber Rewards loyalty program in Australia and New Zealand this week that will enable users to earn points, achieve status levels and unlock tier benefits on rides and…
Art on the road: Discover the hidden charms of Australia and New Zealand with Avis
As travellers yearn for a more bespoke experience, they tend to stray away from popular tourist spots. To simply put it – the rarer, the better.
Radisson enters New Zealand with the Australasian biggest management deal of the year
Radisson Hotel Group has signed the biggest Australasian hotel management deal of 2019, as it prepares to enter New Zealand with four new-build properties comprising 777 keys and covering…
“We would love to see more corporate customers commit to offsetting their flights”: ANZ release sustainability report
Air New Zealand has released its latest sustainability report, which outlines the airline’s progress against its sustainability goals over the past year.
The report tackles key themes…
How to increase hotel bookings and revenue without trying too hard
Hoteliers are constantly worried on how to increase hotel bookings and revenue to keep business afloat. It is a huge challenge when you are also hands-on with the day-to-day operations of…
PredictHQ and Amadeus partnership: “Improving event visibility has been a goal of airlines for decades”
Spanish travel tech firm Amadeus and demand intelligence company PredictHQ, joined forces last year but, up until now, they have kept their partnership under wraps. But, now ready to go…
Best destinations for multi-gen family travel
Pettitts Travel created the 3G Family Travel Index to find the best destinations for all generations, from young children to grandparents looking to recapture their youth.
New operations director at STAAH Southeast Asia: Tim Waterhouse
Armed with 39 years of international hospitality and business experience, the industry veteran Tim Waterhouse joins New Zealand-based technology company STAAH to build and develop on the…
New Zealand In Depth: “A lake on an island, on a lake on an island”
New Zealand In Depth is working with eco-tourism experts at Eco Wanaka Adventures to allow guests to experience “a lake on an island, on a lake on an island”.
Pack your bags! These are the top 10 countries for expats
Globehunters has analysed 34 OECD countries based on 11 factors to know the best place to relocate as an expat.
New Zealand approves new tourist tax
In a recent move to give a boost to tourism investment in the Kiwi land, the New Zealand parliament has approved a new tourist tax, which will be effective from 1 July.
Most…
“Christchurch residents are reshaping the city” ANZ and ChristchurchNZ launch new toursim campaign
Coming in the wake of the tragic bombings in Christchurch on 15 March, New Zealand’s national carrier Air New Zealand and ChristchurchNZ have launched a new campaign inspiring tourists…
New Zealand strengthens border security with new travel requirements
New Zealand has announced new travel requirements to better screen those visiting the country.
Genting: Dreams of mermaids and unicorns
Cruise heavyweight Genting, has unveiled artwork outlining the concept and good looks of its latest arrival’s new hull design, the 75,338 -ton, 1,870 capacity Explorer Dream, ahead of its…
ANZ offers help to customers and emergency services after Christchurch shooting
In the wake of the tragic news coming out of Christchurch, Air New Zealand has announced that it will waive any fees and differences in fares should a customer need to change travel plans…
Chinese tourists cancel trips to New Zealand to ‘punish’ them
Chinese tourists are cancelling their trips to New Zealand after the country bans Chinese telecommunications company Huawei from operating there last year.
Air New Zealand’s newest, longest flight launches from Auckland
Air New Zealand kicked off its brand new Chicago connection today when flight NZ26 took off at 1700 time to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport.
Royals on tour: Five ways to experience Abel Tasman National Park like Harry and Meghan
Royal couple Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, arrived at Totaranui in Abel Tasman National Park on Monday 29 October. Here’s how you can experience the same location –…
Forget jetpacks — take to the skies in your own personal air taxi
Air New Zealand and Zephyr Airworks have signed an agreement to bring the world's first autonomous electric air taxi service to New Zealand.
Wellington: New Zealand’s capital enjoys tourism growth
Tourism New Zealand has released new figures that show Wellington as an emerging tourist destination.
Are you sitting comfortably? ANZ’s new A321neo
Air New Zealand (ANZ) has revealed it is taking passenger experience more seriously with the arrival of its A321neo (new engine option), which has a cabin layout that was created with fliers…
Cosmos launches 25 exotic itineraries across four continents
UK-based escort touring provider, Cosmos, has launched 25 new tours to exotic destinations in South and Central America, Asia, Africa and the South Pacific.
Smart, social, sustainable: Queenstown’s first “next generation” hotel
New Zealand’s first fully ‘smart’ hotel recently opened its doors in the heart of Queenstown.
“Technology will never take away the need for personal interaction”: Kylie Hogan
Hotel manager Kylie Hogan sheds a thought or two on technology, hospitality and all things ''smart".
The Nevis catapult in NZ can sling you 62 miles per hour in 1.5 seconds
AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand has revealed a new adventure tourism experience – the Nevis Catapult – in the remote Nevis Valley near Queenstown, New Zealand.
Ewe Zealand: New Zealand In Depth unveil luxury bucolic retreat
New Zealand In Depth, purveyors of specialist travel experiences, have announced the launch of a new luxury property in New Zealand – and it comes with a side order of lamb.
New Zealand proposes tourism tax to fund conservation
New Zealand tourism is preparing to further conserve its native species and redevelop tourism infrastructure all funded through a new tourism tax reported to be introduced in 2019.
Swiss-Belhotel and SIA reward KrisFlyers with triple mile points
Swiss-Belhotel and Singapore Airlines launch new promotion rewards in Australia and New Zealand.
Robots to take over our airports by 2030
Robots are set to replace the current airport staff and our air travel may soon be devoid of human contact.
New Zealand’s first net zero energy accommodation launched
Wilderness combined with luxury and local artistry to create a new and memorable travel experience, Camp Glenorchy is New Zealand's first net-zero energy accommodation.
Swiss-Belhotel reveals ambitious global plan with up to 70 hotels in the pipeline
Global hospitality management chain Swiss-Belhotel International has revealed its ambitious expansion plan of launching at least 60 new hotels and resorts worldwide in the next few years.
Oomph! Zing! Naumi unveils its new MICE set up in Auckland
I last spoke about Naumi Auckland Airport back in January when the Singapore-based hotel group announced the location as its first property in Australasia (quickly followed by two further…
onefinestay launches in Sydney, Melbourne and… Mykonos
Private rental brand and Accor Group subsidiary onefinestay, has unveiled a glut of new sites to its global portfolio of luxury destinations today, with the announcement it will add 22…
Canny regional carrier signs with Sabre to power domestic growth
With the news that Sounds Air has signed up to a long-term distribution deal with Sabre Corporation, the canny New Zealand domestic carrier is showing its ambition as the appeal of Kiwi…
Howzat! AVANI’s latest opening makes a hat-trick in Oceania
After the completion of AVANI Metropolis Auckland Residences in New Zealand October 2017, AVANI Hotels & Resorts have returned to Oceania to open their second site in Australia, and…
SIA “step-up frequency” of Singapore-Canberra-Wellington services
Singapore Airlines were the first airline to run a regular service from Singapore to Canberra and Wellington, when it established the route in September 2016, but the success of ‘Capital…
Refurbished Cordis, Auckland to be biggest hotel in New Zealand
Following the multi-million dollar refurbishment of Cordis, Auckland, Hong Kong-based Langham Hospitality Group has announced new expansion plans that will make the upper upscale hotel the…
Latest Naumi hotels expected to be hot favourite with millennial travellers to New Zealand
Naumi Hotels, the Singapore-based private hotel owner and operator, is further increasing its presence in New Zealand with the purchase of two properties in a prime location in Wellington,…
SiloStay goes against the grain to offer an eco-friendly experience
SiloStay is an eco-friendly hotel with rooms that are converted from grain silos. Its concept is simple but its details are meticulous.
“Anything but a cookie-cutter hotel brand” Naumi introduce Naumi Auckland Airport Hotel
Naumi Hotels, the Singapore-based design hotel group, is excited to launch Naumi Auckland Airport as its first location in New Zealand, as part of wider expansion plans in Australasia and…
Air New Zealand experiments with blockchain technology
Air New Zealand is exploring the use of blockchain-based systems within its business, reinforcing its global reputation for innovation and embracing new and emerging technology.
Airbnb fires back at Queenstown Lakes over controversial regulations
Queenstown Lakes District Council unanimously voted to proceed with public notification of revised rules for Residential Visitor Accommodation.
South Pacific Cruise Alliance appoint new chairman
The South Pacific Cruise Alliance has announced the election of its new chairman, David Vaeafe, from American Samoa.
Sunshine Coast Aviation Partnership forges new tourism opportunities
Earlier this month, Visit Sunshine Coast’s sub-regional panel unanimously approved an extensive drive market campaign designed to maintain the record numbers of visitors coming to the…
And Condé Nast’s top airline in the world is?
Air New Zealand has been named Top Airline in the World by prestigious US magazine Condé Nast Traveler in its 30th annual Readers’ Choice Awards.
Air New Zealand takes off with World Cup 2018
Air New Zealand is deploying additional capacity between Auckland and Wellington over the weekend of 11-12 November to help football fans see the All Whites take on Peru in the FIFA World…
COMO number one in Australia and New Zealand
COMO The Treasury has announced that it has been named the Best Hotel in Australia and New Zealand in the prestigious Readers Choice Awards 2017 by Conde Nast Traveler.
Chubb adds connection to its protection
Chubb have announced the launch of a suite of value-added services for leisure travellers. Known as Chubb Connect, these services include complimentary wifi and SOS Alerts as a start.…
Air New Zealand boosts Houston services
Air New Zealand will fly daily to Houston for most of next winter as demand for travel between New Zealand and Texas continues to soar.
Air New Zealand launches first global brand campaign in UK
Air New Zealand has launched its first ever global brand campaign in the UK.
The the campaign showcases to travellers why the airline is 'a better way to fly' to New Zealand.
New…
Air New Zealand launch first global brand campaign
Air New Zealand is launching its first ever global brand campaign in the UK today. Featuring acclaimed New Zealand actor Sam Neill, the campaign will showcase to travellers why the airline…
PATA Global Insights Conference: the future of tourism
The annual PATA Global Insights Conference was once again a resounding success with nearly 200 delegates hearing from high profile speakers representing major international brands such as…
M Social Auckland now open
This October marks the opening of M Social Auckland, a new lifestyle hotel positioned on the waterfront in Auckland’s prime CBD.
Air New Zealand to introduce fair trade coffee
Air New Zealand’s customers will soon be able to sip organic, fairly traded coffee at 30,000ft, after the airline signed a contract, with Hummingbird Coffee, to serve its coffees on its…
Bluebridge scores Air New Zealand Airpoints
Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferry are the latest businesses to join Air New Zealand Airpoints, giving members even more ways to earn their way to their next flight.
Further global experts join Air New Zealand’s sustainability panel
Air New Zealand has appointed British ecological economist Professor Tim Jackson and leading carbon emissions policy specialist Dr Suzi Kerr to its Sustainability Advisory Panel.
Sofitel returns to Wellington
Sofitel Wellington will reopen its doors in October 2017 and welcome back its original opening team, following a temporary hiatus, parent company Accor has said.
The 129-room, 14-storey…
New small group tours from New Zealand specialist
Silver Fern Holidays 2018 brochure has been published, with several new elements in its programme of escorted tours.
The New Zealand specialist offers six itineraries in its small…
PAL to fly non-stop to New Zealand
Philippine Airlines will launch direct flights to New Zealand later this year, reducing the current travelling time between Manila and Auckland by more than two hours.
The national…
UK’s Eden Project expands into Asia Pacific
The company that operates the Eden Project, an environmental visitor attraction in the UK, is planning to bring the concept to the Asia Pacific region.
The Times newspaper reported this…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong and more
X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel
Location: In the On Nut district of Bangkok
Grade: Upper-midscale
Keys: 145 rooms and 121 serviced residences
Facilities: Café, bar, saltwater…
Air New Zealand boosts Bali
Air New Zealand will significant enhance its operations in Bali next year, almost doubling its seat capacity to Denpasar and extending the duration of its flying season by almost two…
SIA to offer more Asian connections for “Capital Express”
Singapore Airlines has announced that its "Capital Express" service to Canberra and Wellington will be retimed to allow more Asian passengers to connect to the flights.
From 28…
Air New Zealand expands in Japan
Air New Zealand has expanded its Japanese operations with the launch of a new service to Tokyo's Haneda Airport.
The flight from Auckland touched down for the first time on Friday…
Where to Stay: new hotels in China, India, Australia and more
Element Foshan Nanhai
Location: In Shishan Town, close to Nanhai Central Park in southern China's Guangdong province
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 329
Facilities: Restaurant, lounge, 24/7…
Air New Zealand introduces smart passport service
Air New Zealand's mobile app can now scan and save passport information and send a timely reminder when it’s time to renew.
Every month around 550 customers turn up to the airport…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Singapore, New Zealand, the US and more
Oakwood Premier OUE Singapore
Location: In the new OUE Downtown building on Shenton Way in downtown Singapore
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 268 serviced apartments
Facilities: Outdoor…
Hong Kong Airlines spreads wings Down Under
Hong Kong Airlines has enhanced its presence in Australia and New Zealand with the launch of a major new codeshare partnership with Virgin Australia.
The new agreement will enable the…
Air New Zealand goes large in Samoa
Samoa's tourism industry is set for a boost, following Air New Zealand's decision to fly its large, twin-aisle aircraft to the Pacific island nation.
The airline usually deploys a…
AccorHotels partners Cirque du Soleil during tour Down Under
AccorHotels has become the "Official Accommodation Partner" of Cirque du Soleil's tour of Australia and New Zealand, which kicks off on 1 September 2017.
As part of the arrangement, Le…
Air New Zealand adds flights for rugby fans
Air New Zealand will add dozens of domestic flights over the coming weeks, to cater for rising demand from rugby fans.
Following the release of schedules for the British & Irish…
Avani Hotels & Resorts set to launch in New Zealand
Hospitality group, Avani Hotels & Resorts has announced the acquisition of Metro Suites business in Auckland.
In a deal worth over NZD 11 million, the Metro Suites business currently…
Where to Stay: New APAC hotels from Hilton, Dusit, Minor and more…
Novotel Lucknow Gomti Nagar
Location: In the centre of Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh
Grade: Midscale
Keys: 106
Facilities: Four F&B outlets including a rooftop…
Air New Zealand opens new Melbourne lounge
Air New Zealand opened a new, larger lounge at Melbourne Airport this week.
Located on the ground floor of the terminal, the lounge follows the design concept first seen at Air New…
