Local News
Guide to Christchurch welcomed by tourism industry
Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism has welcomed the release of Lonely Planet’s new 45-page guide to postquake Christchurch as a positive step forward for the region’s tourism industry.
Read the full postThe Great Kiwi Beer Festival
On 25FEB The Great Kiwi Beer Festival is coming to Hagley Park in Christchurch. Hosted by industry experts, it will feature more than 100 local, national and international brews. Confirmed exhibiting breweries include Tuatara, Moa, Old Mout Cider, Mike’s Organic Brewery, Epic, Wigram Brewing Company and Yeastie Boys.
Read the full postChristchurch an ‘exciting’ city
Christchurch is re-emerging as one of the New Zealand’s most exciting cities, according to a writer for Lonely Planet.
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Rob Fyfe reassures on London ops
In his latest message to Air New Zealand staff, CEO Rob Fyfe has responded to mounting concerns about the airline’s commitment to maintaining the NZ-London route. He says: “It’s no secret that we are struggling to make London profitable, just as our competitors are also struggling in this task, not just on London but on most ultra-long haul routes. Passenger numbers are flat at best and, when put against the backdrop of economic turmoil in Europe, any pick up in demand for long haul air travel from London looks unlikely in the foreseeable future.
Read the full postNew routes on the cards
In his latest message to Air New Zealand staff, CEO Rob Fyfe has confirmed that new routes are likely, given that the airline’s long haul schedule adjustments will result in aircraft availability.
Read the full postMakeover for PureGayNZ.com
New Zealand gay and lesbian tourism website and information site PureGayNZ.com has been refreshed to include user reviews, booking engine facilities with partners Bookit and Tourism Exchange as well as further integration with social media channels.
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