New Zealand property developer Kevin Carlin believes the affluent traveller will be demanding private and seamless experiences once COVID-19 travel bans are lifted.

SO/ Auckland has been accepted into Virtuoso’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprised of more than 1,800 preferred suppliers in 100 countries.

Accor has opened the Pullman Rotorua, the first international five-star hotel in New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty region and a tourism mecca famous for its geothermal attractions.

SO/ Auckland has revealed an exclusive new Club Signature lounge, coinciding with the hotel’s first birthday celebration this month.

Luxury travel company Abercrombie & Kent has officially employed Chris Hall as its New Zealand Country Manager. A born and bred Kiwi, Chris has an intimate knowledge of his homeland, as well as an undeniable love for it, returning to Auckland after a number of years living in Japan where he operated his own walking and gourmet food tours in Kyoto.

Radisson Hotel Group will introduce its top-tier Radisson Collection brand to the New Zealand market in Q1 2022, with Queenstown selected as the launch location.

Experience gastronomic excellence on board Silversea’s intimate Silver Muse, during a 14-day sail from Sydney to Auckland in December 2019. All-inclusive cruise-only fares for the tantalising journey start from just AU$6,900 per person, based on double occupancy in a Vista Suite.

Robertson Lodges has announced the imminent opening of The Residences at Kauri Cliffs, three private residences ideal for families, couples or friends travelling together, as well as special celebrations.

Touch of Spice has added the Venetian-styled Ataahua Lodge to its Residence Collection portfolio. Launched in 2016, The Residence Collection by Touch of Spice is a premium portfolio of New Zealand’s most exquisite private homes and retreats.

Queenstown looks set to welcome a new five-star hotel with developers of Jack’s Point this week confirming residential and hotel planning is “well advanced”.

Robertson Lodges has announced a limited-time, value accommodation offer at two North Island New Zealand lodges with a Stay 3, Pay 2 deal at The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs and The Farm at Cape Kidnappers.

Abercrombie & Kent has unveiled its new collection of inspiring journeys around Australia and New Zealand. Capturing the quality and diversity of the travel experience close to home there is something in the portfolio to suit travellers in any season and for any duration.