Tourism
Wellington's Fear Factory scares up its final frights
Fear Factory says a drop in visitor numbers and a Covid-19 hangover both played a part in the closure of its Wellington branch.
Island's residents fear digital nomads will push them out
Some are worried visitors could invade their paradise under the government's new rules. Audio
Funding DOC facilities as the government drives for more tourists
As DOC faces funding shortfalls, it has been floating new money raising ideas such as charging at carparks and is consulting on fees for access to some public conservation land. Audio
Council pays influencers to boost tourism
It's costing ratepayers about $7000 but the council says it's creating profit for local businesses.
Greece's 'Instagram island' hit by 200 earthquakes
Schools will close on the iconic Greek island of Santorini after a series of 200 earthquakes shook the popular tourist destination in recent days.
Tourist towns doubtful of government support
The Hurunui and Kaikōura councils are not expecting a share of the increased International Visitor Levy.
Tourism in North Pacific still below pre-Covid levels
Tourism in the North Pacific is still very far off from recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic. Caleb Fotheringham reports. Audio
Win-win or pitfalls for digital nomad visas?
The visa policy change for so-called digital nomads has been hailed as a win-win for the country and migrants.
Free entry, transport to this year's Auckland Lantern Festival
The four-day event will transition to a free-ticketed format for the first time, offering free public transport to and from the festival.
'We can move with pace' PM assures tourism expansion critics
Christopher Luxon says the government wants tourism "turned on big time internationally" in response to a mayor's call for more funding for the sector.
Ratepayers can't afford Willis' tourism boost, mayor says
The government will need to get its chequebook ready if it wants to welcome more vistors, Queenstown's mayor says. Audio
Chinese tourism still fails to match pre-Covid levels
China was New Zealand's second-largest tourism market before the Covid pandemic ripped the heart out of the global travel industry.
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 23 January 2025
On today's episode, Maori Development Minister Tama Potaka's new-look Waitangi Tribunal has been labelled a "whitewash" by Te Pati Maori, just days after US President Donald Trump's inauguration - the… Audio
Nicola Willis pushes for more tourists to boost economy
The Government wants to boost tourism and immigration numbers in a bid to revive a flagging economy. Tourism reporter Tess Brunton has more. Audio
Business interested in reopening Chateau Tongariro
The potential new owner of the Whakapapa ski field has expressed interest in operating the famous Chateau Tongariro hotel.
Splash Planet defends $45 ticket price
Hastings District Council says criticism of pricing at Splash Planet is unfair because the attraction compares well with similar tourist drawcards in New Zealand.
'Amazing for Tuatapere': Great Walk gets international profile
The country's newest Great Walk has already achieved international status, with locals saying it is already a boon to sleepy towns.
Fiji poisoning: samples sent to NZ
Fiji's minister for tourism said cocktail ingredients were also being tested, using equipment not available in Fiji.
'Miserable weather' - bummer summer as thousands snub Splash Planet
There have been 12,864 fewer visitors to the amusement park this summer, meaning a drop in revenue of $320,000.
Take a hike - Ten of Aotearoa's best walks
There's still a lot of summer ahead of us to get out and enjoy the bush. RNZ talks to New Zealand's outdoor enthusiasts for advice on the best walks across the motu.
