Tourism Export Council Latest News

Below is the latest news from the Tourism Export Council including member updates.

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Tiaki summer campaign launch

Friday, December 20th, 2019

Kiwi kids are asking New Zealanders and our international visitors to look after our home in a new Tiaki campaign. The summer campaign is the latest […]

Carbon Free Ziplining is now official at Ziptrek Ecotours – Queenstown

Friday, December 20th, 2019

Carbon Free Ziplining is now official at Ziptrek Ecotours – Queenstown Queenstown’s Ziptrek Ecotours is stoked to be celebrating Christmas early with the announcement it’s the […]

Full speed ahead for Millbrook Resort’s latest golf and housing development  

Friday, December 20th, 2019

Full speed ahead for Millbrook Resort’s latest golf and housing development Five years of planning is coming to fruition for Queenstown’s award-winning Millbrook Resort, developing a […]

Go Orange at it again – Milford Haven stands out from the crowd at Milford Sound

Friday, December 20th, 2019

Go Orange at it again – Milford Haven stands out from the crowd at Milford Sound Boat renovations, a string of awards and a brand-new menu […]

Next steps on plastic waste

Friday, December 20th, 2019

Next steps on plastic waste The Government will phase out more single-use plastics following the success of its single-use plastic bag ban earlier this year and […]

Wairakei Resort Taupo Appoints Head Chef Jason Lewis

Friday, December 20th, 2019

Wairakei Resort Taupo have appointed renowned Executive Chef Jason Lewis to lead the team across the resort’s various food and beverage outlets. Mr Lewis has a […]

Tourism Export Council of NZ appoints new Chief Executive

Tuesday, December 17th, 2019

Tourism Export Council of NZ appoints new Chief Executive The Board of the Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ) is delighted to announce that Lynda […]

Luxury awaits at the heart of Queenstown Trail network with Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

Tuesday, December 10th, 2019

Luxury awaits at the heart of Queenstown Trail network with Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa A new destination has taken bike exploration of New Zealand’s prestigious […]

Young tourism leaders named as YoungTEC Award Winners

Wednesday, December 4th, 2019

Young tourism leaders named as YoungTEC Award Winners YoungTEC proudly announced the winners of their 2019 Excellence and Go with Tourism Rising Star awards.  With a […]

Celebrating TECNZ’s newest Life Member

Wednesday, December 4th, 2019

  Celebrating TECNZ’s newest Life Member Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ) awarded Peter Black, General Travel a Life Membership at the TECNZ Xmas Symposium […]

Gibbston valley opens new luxury spa with wine on the menu

Wednesday, December 4th, 2019

Gibbston valley opens new luxury spa with wine on the menu When Gibbston Valley Winery opens its new 5-star luxury lodge this month, a standout feature […]

YoungTEC conference tackles the challenge of tourism as a career  

Tuesday, December 3rd, 2019

YoungTEC conference tackles the challenge of tourism as a career The YoungTEC members gather today in Auckland to discuss and be part of the thought provoking […]

Iconic Event Venue Wairakei Resort Taupo Launches New Conference Video

Thursday, November 28th, 2019

Iconic Event Venue Wairakei Resort Taupo Launches New Conference Video Wairakei Resort Taupo is one of New Zealand’s most iconic conference and event hotels and a […]

Showcasing New Zealand’s commitment to sustainability

Wednesday, November 27th, 2019

Showcasing New Zealand’s commitment to sustainability Chief Executive of Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ), Judy Chen, shared her insights on sustainability trends to more […]

ATT Travel Service Limited

Monday, November 25th, 2019

Our company is an Inbound Travel Agent, which provide a vital link between the suppliers of New Zealand tourism product and overseas travel companies. We promote […]

From Front Office to GM – Stewart Manson returns to Crowne Plaza Queenstown as new General Manager

Monday, November 25th, 2019

From Front Office to GM – Stewart Manson returns to Crowne Plaza Queenstown as new General Manager A ski trip to Queenstown 13 years ago led […]

The Rees Hotel Named “undisputed market leader” in World Ski Tourism Award

Monday, November 25th, 2019

The Rees Hotel Named “undisputed market leader” in World Ski Tourism Award ‘Best Ski Hotel in New Zealand 2019’  The Rees Queenstown has been officially recognised […]

Summertime at Tekapo Springs just got a whole lot more fun

Thursday, November 21st, 2019

Summertime at Tekapo Springs just got a whole lot more fun Outrageous summertime fun is on the menu for young and old with the launch of […]

Tamaki Hikoi launches new website

Tuesday, November 19th, 2019

Tamaki Hikoi owned and operated by Ngati Whatua Orakei has relaunched its website www.tamakihikoi.co.nz. The new site, built by Tomahawk with design assistance from MARX Design […]

Educate customers on plastic

Tuesday, November 19th, 2019

Educate customers on plastic Speak to your customers about what your business is doing and why, all the way through their holiday ‘journey’. Here are some […]

Double awards celebrations for tourism leaders Go Orange

Friday, November 15th, 2019

Double awards celebrations for tourism leaders Go Orange Queenstown and Fiordland tourism operator Go Orange Go Orange is celebrating not once, but twice, after winning two […]

Composting Food Packaging at Events

Thursday, November 14th, 2019

Composting Food Packaging at Events The CCC-led initiative Composting Food Packaging at Events was established to reduce the amount of waste that was being sent to […]

Tiaki – Care for New Zealand – assets

Thursday, November 14th, 2019

Tiaki – Care for New Zealand – assets A range of  Tiaki-Care for New Zealand brand assets have been developed to provide more options for businesses to share the […]

Help Aotearoa reduce plastic pollution with RefillNZ

Thursday, November 14th, 2019

Help Aotearoa reduce plastic pollution with RefillNZ RefillNZ aims to reduce single use plastic pollution in Aotearoa by making tap water the drink of choice. The non-profit […]

Adventure South NZ

Thursday, November 14th, 2019

Adventure South NZ has been operating small group cycling and hiking tours across New Zealand since 1992. All of our tours include accommodation, transport, knowledgeable guides, […]

Gen Less campaign 

Tuesday, November 12th, 2019

Gen Less campaign EECA have launched the Gen Less campaign, to encourage people and businesses to use less energy to help halt climate change. A number […]

Ziptrek Ecotours raises a record-breaking amount for local charity

Tuesday, November 5th, 2019

Ziptrek Ecotours raises a record-breaking amount for local charity Ziptrek Ecotours has raised a recording-breaking $11,352 for Central Lakes Family Services, during its annual ‘Ziptober’ fundraiser. […]

Accolades come thick and fast for Ziptrek Ecotours

Thursday, October 31st, 2019

Accolades come thick and fast for Ziptrek Ecotours The accolades are flowing thick and fast for the team at Queenstown’s Ziptrek Ecotours. Last night founder Trent […]

Chief Executive Judy Chen leaves TECNZ

Friday, October 25th, 2019

Chief Executive Judy Chen leaves TECNZ Judy Chen is stepping down as Chief Executive of the Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ). She has held […]

Tourism industry facing a steady summer season after years of stellar growth

Friday, October 25th, 2019

Tourism industry facing a steady summer season after years of stellar growth The tourism industry is busy preparing for the summer season despite numbers from some […]