LATTE sought feedback from a small cross-section of Virtuoso-affiliated travel agencies to gauge their views on the arrangement, and what products and destinations they foresee will prove popular for discerning travellers.

Tourism New Zealand has promoted René de Monchy to the role of Chief Executive. de Monchy has been a member of Tourism New Zealand’s executive team for more than five years and has taken the Interim Chief Executive title in the past months since the departure of Stephen England-Hall.

Abercrombie & Kent has added an air safari to New Zealand that will explore the Land of the Long White Cloud from north to south in 11 days aboard a privately chartered VIP Jet.

Luxury cruise line Ponant has terminated its imminent New Zealand cruise program following Immigration New Zealand’s decision to deny entry to the bulk of it’s Le Lapérouse crew late last week.

New Zealand’s leading cruise authority, the New Zealand Cruise Association, has expressed dismay at the country’s decision to refuse entry of Ponant’s 5-star luxury yacht, Le Laperouse, at the 11th hour.

Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour will officially reopen on 19 October 2020 after an extensive makeover that reaffirms its French luxury and art de vivre heritage with contemporary elegance. The hotel will offer striking designed spaces, bespoke experiences, privacy and a sense of discovery.

Tourism New Zealand has kicked off spring in the Southern Hemisphere by releasing a first of its kind marketing campaign, sharing messages of inspiration and encouragement from the voices of New Zealand’s travel industry to their global partners.

Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour will reopen in October after an extensive makeover that embraces its French luxury and art-de-vivre heritage with contemporary elegance.

Abercrombie & Kent has this week rolled out its expanded portfolio of tailor-made and flexible small group journeys across Australia and New Zealand.

APT has tapped into the burgeoning walking holiday market, releasing a collection of guided walking experiences with a touch of luxury.

Inspiring Journeys has developed six new domestic trips in its Australia and New Zealand portfolio. The new journeys are inspired from customer research that shows 59% of people seek cultural experiences, 46% want to connect with locals, 37% want a food and wine experience, 38% dream of bush and nature walks and 27% want to immerse themselves in museums and art galleries.

The first glimpses of QT Hotels & Resorts’ upcoming New Zealand addition, QT Auckland, have been unveiled and an opening date firmed up.