Tourism New Zealand
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QUEENSTOWN — Tourism New Zealand's Business Events team has added another conference win to their growing stable of successes, thanks to their combined efforts with the Queenstown Convention Bureau and Bodeker Scientific.
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Tourism New Zealand's social media channels will soon be awash with youth travellers offering up their most prized possessions in return for the chance to win the trip of a lifetime.
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Anzac Day - nationwide 25 April, 2012 Australasian bonds are never more evident than when the two countries stand together to remember the fallen heroes of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) on Anzac Day.
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NZ International Comedy Festival - Auckland / Wellington 27 April - 20 May 2012 Kiwis are preparing for three weeks of show stopping hilarity as New Zealand transforms into comedy central for the 20th edition of the NZ International Comedy Festival.
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Tourism New Zealand's consumer website newzealand.com has been nominated in the tourism category of this year's Webby Awards, known as the Oscars of the web world.
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Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) Chief Executive Kevin Bowler says the memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed today between Indonesian carrier Garuda Airlines and Auckland International Airport will be welcome news for the tourism industry.
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The outlook for the global cruise industry is positive with some 21 new ships expected to be on the water by 2015, says a number of the United States based cruise operators.
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CHRISTCHURCH — Melton Estate, a boutique winery in West Melton Christchurch is toasting its success after being judged Best Wine Tourism Restaurant in Christchurch / South Island for the Great Wine Capitals of the World 2012 Wine Tourism Awards.
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Tourism New Zealand is pleased to announce the appointment of industry stalwart Tony Everitt, to the position of General Manager - Asian Markets.
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While there have been many challenges for Christchurch over the past year, manufacturing and exports from the region, which is home to some of New Zealand's leading businesses, remain strong.
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CHRISTCHURCH — Christchurch city and the Canterbury region are in full swing for 2012 hosting international buskers, golfers and garden aficionados this summer, with plenty more to come.
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Tourism New Zealand is running webinar sessions with industry over the coming month and we invite you to be involved.
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Travel sellers and potential visitors throughout Asia and Australia are set to receive an influx of information about destination New Zealand as the first of the 2012 offshore trade and consumer events roll out.
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Having been displaced from their home, and playing no home games last year the Crusaders rugby team will be back in Christchurch in 2012 at a new temporary stadium in Addington.
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CHRISTCHURCH — Plans are underway to temporarily replace the Christchurch Cathedral with a cardboard cathedral.
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A record number of overseas visitors arriving in December ended the 2011 year in growth and resulted in the first full year of visitor arrivals topping 2.6 million, signaling a good start to the summer, says Tourism New Zealand's Chief Executive Kevin Bowler.
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A record number of overseas visitors arriving in December ended the 2011 year in growth and resulted in the first full year of visitor arrivals topping 2.6 million, signaling a good start to the summer, says Tourism New Zealand's Chief Executive Kevin Bowler.
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Joint media announcement: ATEED and Tourism New Zealand Auckland is in the limelight in the United States with an episode of the Biggest Loser reality show winning a prestigious Directors Guild of America (DGA) Award.
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Tourism New Zealand is pleased to announce its two appointments to the Board of Directors of the Visitor Information Network (VIN) Inc, trading as i-SITE New Zealand.
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Tell us what you think… Is tourismnewzeland.com meeting your needs? Is Tourism News working for you? Tourism New Zealand is conducting a survey on tourismnewzealand.com.
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Tourism New Zealand's activity to target Active Considers in South Asia has been positively reinforced with Lonely Planets' release of its latest Lonely Planet Asia.
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New Zealand is to be the Guest Country of Honour for the Frankfurt Book Fair, the world's largest book fair, in 2012.
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As the Stories Beat Stuff campaign gears up to launch its next two experiences, the first two winners have been busy updating their blogs on newzeland.com and sharing their building excitement with the wider youth market via twitter and facebook.
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Tourism New Zealand has joined the Minister of Tourism and Tourism Industry Association in congratulating key airline partner Air New Zealand for receiving the prestigious Air Transport World's Airline of the Year award for the second time in three years.
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The latest Bollywood movie Players premiered internationally on 6 January 2012 and puts New Zealand squarely in front of movie goers.
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December's international launch of the first trailer for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey will put Destination New Zealand centre stage for movie lovers world-wide, says Tourism New Zealand (TNZ).
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Tourism New Zealand's travel website newzealand.com is getting a refresh to further enhance its ability to connect travel sellers with people planning a trip to New Zealand.
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Tourism New Zealand has captured the attention of the influential youth market with its latest Stories Beat Stuff campaign, receiving over 400 video entries and a further 6,500 registrations to the campaign site to win a New Zealand experience of a lifetime.
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Growth in visitor arrival numbers from New Zealand's largest market, Australia, has increased during November with 7.6 per cent more arrivals against the same month last year.
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Following a recent review of the structure of the i-SITE Board and Network, conducted by the i-SITE Board and discussed with the management and Board of Tourism New Zealand, Tourism New Zealand has reconfirmed its commitment for on-going support of VIN Inc and the i-SITE network as outlined in the VIN Inc Constitution and Rules and the Memorandum of Understanding between the two organisations.
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The past few months have seen a significant increase in offshore marketing activity from Tourism New Zealand as the organisation works to increase visitor numbers over the busy summer high season.
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On behalf of Tourism New Zealand, I'd like to wish you a merry Christmas and a happy New Year.
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Tourism New Zealand has launched three new video tutorials that support travel sellers to maximize their presence on newzealand.com.
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Tourism New Zealand today welcomed the news of Air New Zealand's new partnership in Japan with ANA (All Nippon Airways).
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Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) and Conventions and Incentives New Zealand (CINZ) today announced they would continue their collaborative work in Australia and seek ways to further capitalise on the opportunities available for the business events sector.
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Demand from regional Japan is on the up, with Air New Zealand confirming seven charter services and returned capacity on its Osaka and Tokyo routes over the summer season to meet the anticipated traveller volume.
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Danielle Genty-Nott has been appointed to the position of Regional Manager - UK and Europe at Tourism New Zealand and will join the Western Long Haul Markets Team on 23 January, 2012.
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Qualmark have announced the names "motel" and "apartment" will be used to represent the two new accommodation sectors created out of the previous "self contained and services" sector.
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Although Korean market arrivals have had a disappointing ride through much of 2011, optimism is growing in-market that new work to promote the New Zealand summer will deliver a welcome change.
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British conservationist, photographer and presenter, Mark Carwardine, is once again in New Zealand undertaking a whistle-stop tour of some of the best wildlife attractions the country has to offer.
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ROTORUA — The 6th Asia Pacific Occupational Therapy Congress (APOTC) in 2015 will be held in Rotorua, thanks to a collaborative pitch effort by the Rotorua Convention Bureau, the New Zealand Association of Occupational Therapists and Tourism New Zealand.
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Destination New Zealand's world-class experiences received further recognition and acclaim by travellers and the international tourism industry, during October and November.
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The importance of Tourism New Zealand's strategic focus on industry partnerships was reinforced this month with the commencement of daily flights between Auckland and Guangzhou by China Southern Airlines, and the announcement of a significant marketing partnership with Jetstar.
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Tourism New Zealand's (TNZ's) business events team showed their support of the business sector with their attendance at the annual Conventions and Incentive New Zealand's conference in Wellington on 16 and 17 November.
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A second strong month of international visitor arrivals has seen the Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC 2011) forecasts well surpassed.
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Tourism New Zealand has launched its latest marketing initiative Stories Beat Stuff - challenging the influential youth market to give up their stuff for the chance to win one of six New Zealand experiences of a lifetime.
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Auckland takes centre-stage in a $1.2 million 100% Pure You marketing campaign launched today by Tourism New Zealand and Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED).
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Tourism New Zealand's latest campaign in the German market entered a new phase this week with the arrival of comedian Bernhard Hoecker to New Zealand on a trip that will be directed by his followers.
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Visitors to New Zealand rate their holiday experience 8.9 out of 10 in terms of satisfaction, according to the latest annual Visitor Experience Monitor (VEM) statistics just released.
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QUEENSTOWN — The jewel in the crown of New Zealand's South Island - Queenstown - and the Southern Lakes region are among the world's Top 10 recommended regions to visit, according to Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2012, published today.
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Tourism New Zealand has appointed Whybin/TBWA and reappointed Mindshare to service its Australian creative, media, digital requirements and global brand strategy.
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New Zealand's iconic Giant Rugby Ball (GRB) has completed its mammoth task of promoting New Zealand around the globe and will soon be offered for sale.
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The RWC 2011 not only ended in a fantastic result for the All Blacks, but a fantastic event for New Zealand.
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Tourism New Zealand is working with popular Malaysian personality and travel show host, Henry Golding, to create an eight-part travel show called 'Now Everyone Can Fly to New Zealand'.
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From 1 November Asian airline China Southern will begin daily flights from Guangzhou to Auckland.
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TAURANGA — New Zealand is still "very much open" for tourism and business travel, despite the effects of the cargo ship MV Rena grounding off Tauranga, according to Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive Kevin Bowler.
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International visitor arrivals into New Zealand in September jumped 26 per cent on the same month last year, resulting in a bumper start to spring for the tourism sector.
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Multiple award winning Chinese actress Yao Chen continues her excellent work as Tourism New Zealand's brand ambassador in mainland China.
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The youth market is again being targeted by Tourism New Zealand - this time in Hong Kong.
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The Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) will hold their annual convention in Wellington 7-12 November, where around 450 North American travel writers, PR professionals and associates, and their partners, will experience attractions and activities around New Zealand.
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Tourism New Zealand made another significant step towards growing the business events sector in New Zealand this month by sponsoring the New Zealand stand at IMEX America in Las Vegas during October 11-13.
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The Australian Society of Travel Writers (ASTW) will hold their AGM and annual convention in Rotorua from 29 October- 31 October, where over 70 delegates will experience attractions and activities around Rotorua.
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Tourism New Zealand and industry partners attended The World Youth and Student Travel Conference 2011 (WYSTC) in Barcelona, Spain, from September 20-23, opening doors in the vital youth sector.
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Due to the immense response of his visit by fans, well known Japanese actor Saburo Tokito created his own phone application which showcased images of his visit to New Zealand.
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International arrivals into New Zealand in September jumped 26 per cent on the same month last year, resulting in a bumper start to spring tourism.
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Despite continued growth from parts of Asia, international arrivals into New Zealand fell by 3.7 per cent during July 2011 to 176,084 when compared to the same month in 2010 (182,904), Statistics New Zealand figures released today show.
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AUCKLAND — Traditional Māori culture and 21st century New Zealand innovation have added a new dimension for rugby fans exploring Auckland’s waterfront at Waka Māori - a living showcase of Māori arts and crafts, and rugby heritage.
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New Zealand is still "very much open" for tourism and business travel, despite the effects of the cargo ship MV Rena grounding off Tauranga, according to Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive Kevin Bowler.
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CHRISTCHURCH — Following an earthquake on 22 February 2011, parts of the central city of Christchurch remain cordoned off to the general public.
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Increased visitor numbers and attendance in many i-SITES across the country is thanks to those visiting New Zealand for Rugby World Cup 2011 and additional preparation of i-SITE staff.
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Tourism New Zealand's stand at the Japanese Tourism Association of Travel Agents (JATA) Tourism Forum & Travel Showcase in Tokyo last week was a crowd favourite, reinforcing the popularity and interest in New Zealand as a travel destination.
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Two Brits with a couple of bicycles are the ultimate rugby fans - Londoners Tom Hudson and Jodie Burton have cycled almost 28,000km through 28 countries to New Zealand for the Rugby World Cup tournament.
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WELLINGTON — Tourism New Zealand organised a half-day hosting last week of a group of international film industry journalists.
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Tourism New Zealand has been voted Australasia's Leading Tourist Board in the 2011 World Travel Awards for the second year in a row.
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Free bacon and eggs are the order of the day this month thanks to i-SITE's support of 'CamperMate' - a new phone application for campers.
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New Zealand's ranking as having one of the five best reputations in the world is well justified, says Tourism New Zealand.
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The most significant trans-Tasman partnership campaign of the year launches next week aimed at enticing Australians to do a road trip around New Zealand's South Island this summer.
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A delegation of travel Executives from Japan, including KNT, NTA, Hankyu, Nokyo Tourist and World Air Sea Service and the President and CEO of JTB Corporation, Japan's largest travel agency, enjoyed outstanding tourism experiences in Auckland, Northland, Waitomo and the highly anticipated All Blacks versus Japan rugby game in Hamilton over the weekend.
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There has been an influx of international media to New Zealand's shores over the past month, and not all of the focus is on RWC 2011.
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For the first time, Tourism New Zealand, together with Auckland Convention Bureau, Rotorua Convention Bureau, Skycity, Rotorua Convention Center and Air New Zealand exhibited at the China Incentive Business Travel and Meeting Exhibition (CIBTM), recently held in Beijing, China.
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A MasterChef Australia episode featuring New Zealand chefs and food stories was seen by approximately 1.2 Australian viewers and drove a 60 per cent increase in Australian traffic to newzealand.com, compared to the same time the previous week, peaking during the first hour of screening.
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Tourism New Zealand's new social media campaign invites fans of the New Zealand 100% Pure Facebook page to discover what is going on in New Zealand right now in the "Capture 100% Pure You" mobile app, featuring geo-tagged traveler's photos on a New Zealand map.
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A new general marketing campaign was launched in the United States on 16 September, asking Americans to consider New Zealand as a wonderful place to create lifetime memories during the southern summer months.
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The New Zealand tourism sector is being promoted in The Cloud on Auckland's Queens Wharf with an innovative tourism showcase showing visitors what tourism experiences are on offer throughout New Zealand, with the option to purchase.
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<p>August arrivals were up 4.7 per cent on the same month last year.
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Tourism New Zealand's Giant Rugby Ball was officially welcomed home to New Zealand this morning with a Māori blessing lead by local iwi Ngati Whatua on Auckland's Queens Wharf.
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A Game of Two Halves - Wellington 10 Sept - 16 October, 2011 A New Zealand artist has made what he believes may be a controversial selection to literally toast the five greatest rugby players of all time for an art exhibition.
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It’s only four days until the seventh Rugby World Cup kicks-off in Auckland on Friday (09.09.2011), and rugby fever is kicking in all over New Zealand.
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Tourism New Zealand has announced its intention to review its Australasian creative and media agency support to manage its Australian advertising and global brand work.
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AUCKLAND — The England Rugby team swapped tackling for tacking today during a sailing race on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour.
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As the big name Rugby World Cup teams begin to arrive in New Zealand - Fiji yesterday, England, Japan and France tomorrow (31.08.2011) - there’s another team flying in under the radar that’s also destined to turn heads.
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WELLINGTON CITY — Tourism New Zealand's management of The Ministry of Economic Development's Conference Assistance Programme (CAP) has seen its first success, within two months of administering the programme.
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Tourism New Zealand's key message to inbound tour operators at ITOC's 40th anniversary annual conference in Tauranga last week highlighted the need to adapt and grab opportunities in challenging times.
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Tourism New Zealand is ramping up Rugby World Cup 2011 social media activity to inspire overseas followers of the Tournament and those associated with travelling supporters, to visit New Zealand.
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Night skies above New Zealand’s biggest city will glow with the colours of the world, as Sky City’s Sky Tower lights up to welcome 20 teams for the Rugby World Cup.
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