Auckland woos New Zealand’s visitors

Impressive visitor figures compiled and released to the public.

Crystal Cruises is pure gold atop 2013 Condé Nast Traveler gold list

Jamberoo’s Funnel Web

Promising a unique thrill, Jamberoo Action Park has launched the longest and biggest water ride of its kind in the world – the Funnel Web.

First new ATR aircraft delivered to an Austrian Airline

Sunshine Coast - Australia Zoo's new TV show "Steve Irwin's Wildlife Warriors"

Australia Zoo have recently launched a new TV series called “Steve Irwin’s Wildlife Warriors”

Breeding Programme Success at Kelly Tarlton’s SEA LIFE Aquarium

Kelly Tarlton’s SEA LIFE Aquarium has welcomed its latest addition to the family – seven newly-hatched Gentoo Penguins, hatched as part of the only Gentoo Penguin breeding programme in New Zealand.

World Travel Awards starts 2013 global search with call for nominations

World Travel Awards (WTA), ‘the Oscars of the travel industry’, is issuing a call to those organisations that aspire to be recognised as the best in their field, as voted by their fellow professionals, to participate in its 20th anniversary, 2013 programme.

Ayana celebrates Valentine’s Day with flowers and food

At AYANA Resort and Spa Bali, they know how to make a girl feel special and if ever there was a day to do it, it is Valentine’s Day.

Runners blitz vintage steam train the Kingston Flyer

Around 300 runners raced vintage steam train the Kingston Flyer on Sunday (January 6) in an event that’s fast becoming a ‘must do’ on the Queenstown holiday season calendar.

Shopping in Kuala Lumpur promises variety, value and convenience

For New Zealanders looking for a holiday of retail indulgence and thinking of paying for a plane ticket to Singapore, Hong Kong or Bangkok, take a moment to look at what is offered closer to your doorstep.

Heritage Hotels tennis charity event in support for St John

Heritage Hotel’s Charity Night in support of St John held during this week’s ASB Classic Women’s International Tennis Tournament served up a healthy $18,500 for the charity.

Air NZ Holidays back to Aus

Air NZ Holidays returns to the Australian marketplace.

Air NZ targets domestic dominance

Third A320 added, with “critical focus” on domestic operations.

Kiwis choose comfort over adventure in top travel choices

Australia and UK hold most appeal for Kiwis.

Beach tops poll of Kiwi’s summer favourites

Favourite activities, smells and sounds of summer revealed.

Market Fare Revision effective 01 JANUARY 2013

Malaysia Airlines will be revising year round market fares effective 1st January 2013. The fares have been loaded to the GDS systems to become effective on this date and will automatically quote at the new levels regardless of the date of booking.

NZ's largest carving takes shape at Te Puia

Visitors to Rotorua's New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute (NZMACI) at Te Puia this summer will have the opportunity to see history in the making.

An event a day all summer long in the coastal Bay of Plenty

The coastal Bay of Plenty is bursting with events this summer, with 43 concerts, sporting events, fairs and festivals being held in the 38 days from Christmas through to the end of January.

New Line Up For Destination Marlborough Trust Board

Regional Tourism Organisation Destination Marlborough has today announced two appointments to the Board of Trustees and a new Chair to lead the organisation into 2013.

Jazz & Blues Return To Christchurch

The Cavell Leitch New Zealand Jazz & Blues Festival returns to Christchurch in April, featuring international and New Zealand musicians along with a great line up of local talent.