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Tourism New Zealand’s new campaign, updates from the markets and a workshop to support operators tell their story were the focus of recent roadshow events held in Christchurch, Wellington, Dunedin and Napier.

New Zealand has been named a top 10 destination by Chinese visitors. The ‘It’s My World Travel Awards’ recognise the world’s best destinations and emerging destinations for Chinese travellers in 2019.

In a global first, Tourism New Zealand is inviting all Kiwis to be part of its biggest campaign yet.

Tourism New Zealand has launched a new project to measure and maximise the lasting benefits generated by conferences for Kiwis.

International business events have delivered half a billion dollars to New Zealand over the past five years.

Tourism is the beating heart of New Zealand’s economy with daily spend figures reaching a record high.

New Zealand’s popularity is growing as an international conference hosting destination. New data from the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) ranks New Zealand 46th in the world as a conference destination, up five places on 2017, and 12th in Asia Pacific.

“As New Zealand’s top export earner, tourism is the beating heart of New Zealand’s economy and we all have a role to keep it that way,” Tourism New Zealand Chief Executive Stephen England-Hall said at TRENZ today.

New Zealand’s ability to deliver a world-class visitor experience has seen the value of international tourism surpass $16 billion per year and become New Zealand’s top export earner. Research is conducted twice a year to provide insight into New Zealanders’ sentiment about international tourism.

Tourism Minister Kelvin Davis has announced the appointment of Jamie Tuuta as Chair of the Tourism New Zealand Board and Roger Sharp as Deputy Chair. The appointments were announced at the inaugural Qualmark 100% Pure New Zealand Experience Awards at Parliament last night.