Travel News

How do you like to Ski - Str8 or Gay?

(Fourcorners - Thursday July 3)

The organisers of Gay Ski Week NZ have today announced a brand new event for straight skiers and theyre not talking about those who ski on 80s style straight skis.

MTV Music Festival Great Winter Gig for Canterbury

(Fourcorners - Thursday July 3)

MTVs decision to hold its hugely popular Snow Jam in Canterbury on August 16 will boost the regions international profile and provide yet another reason for people to visit here, says Christchurch & Canterbury Tourism chief executive Christine Prince.

Season Set to Start at Porters

(Fourcorners - Thursday July 3)

With Porters Ski Area all set to go for the 2008 winter season, all that is holding it back is the current weather conditions.

Nelson's Monaco Hotel & Resort Joins Accor Network

(Fourcorners - Wednesday July 2)

Accor is pleased to announce a new addition to its network today Grand Mercure Nelson Monaco Apartments, a unique resort village in sunny Nelson.

Travel with Kids - Q&A

(Yahoo!Xtra - Wednesday July 2)

Lonely Planet's resident expert answers the Thorn Tree's most popular questions about taking tots on the road.

Hostels cater to all ages

(Yahoo!Xtra - Wednesday July 2)

No longer is the humble hostel just a hang out for young backpackers according to recent research - baby boomers are increasingly heading off on backpacking adventures too.

The Changing Face of Snow Reports

(Fourcorners - Tuesday July 1)

Popular winter website www.snowreports.co.nz was relaunched this week, with a focus on personalisation for users seeking up-to-date snow reports from their favourite ski areas.

'Mock-on-Down' in Rotorua

(Fourcorners - Tuesday July 1)

Mocktails and Treasure Hunts are just two of the fun family activities being offered by the Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel for families staying during the upcoming school holidays.

Film Festival set to Launch - Session Tickets on Sale Now

(Fourcorners - Tuesday July 1)

The New Zealand Mountain films is set to go this Friday (4 July) with a five day-and-night programme packed with talented international and New Zealand made films, passionate adventure speakers, ice sculpting competition and exhibitions.

The North Face Peak to Peak Leading Edge Multisport Race

(Fourcorners - Tuesday July 1)

'The North Face' Peak to Peak, New Zealand's leading edge winter multisport event, is being staged in Queenstown for the 15th consecutive year on July 19 2008 and will attract some of the country's most high profile multisport athletes.

Top Tourism Operator Appointed to Air New Zealand Board

(Fourcorners - Tuesday July 1)

Paul Bingham, one of New Zealands top tourism operators, has been appointed to the Air New Zealand Board as an additional non executive Director.

Half Metre Dump at Mt Hutt Promises Great Holiday Skiing

(Fourcorners - Monday June 30)

Fifty centimetres of fresh snow at Mt Hutt has set the High Country Ski Resort up nicely for great school holiday skiing and riding.

The Remarkables Opens for Winter Skiing and Riding

(Fourcorners - Monday June 30)

The winter season started today (Monday) at The Remarkables near Queenstown.

Lake Wanaka Ski Fields all Open for 2008 Season

(Fourcorners - Monday June 30)

Lake Wanakas 2008 ski season is officially underway with all four fields open for business.

Big Swing Supports Big Bird with Big Cheque

(Fourcorners - Friday June 27)

More than $12,000 was raised for the endangered Northern Royal Albatross during Queenstown adventure company Shotover Canyon Swings I give a sh*t campaign.

Sir Edmund Memorabilia New to Museum

(Fourcorners - Friday June 27)

Reminders of Sir Edmund Hillarys epic adventure to the South Pole have returned after 50 years to rest in the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centres dedicated Hillary Gallery.

Cardrona Opens for the 2008 Season

(Fourcorners - Friday June 27)

Cardrona has opened for the 2008 season with great on-trail snow conditions.

Snow Park NZ Opening for 2008 Season

(Fourcorners - Thursday June 26)

With good snowfalls and optimum snow making conditions throughout the week Snow Park NZ will open on Saturday 28 June for the 2008 season.

The secret of Kazakhstan

(Yahoo!Xtra - Wednesday June 25)

Enormous, oil-rich Kazakhstan looks down at the tiny 'Stans to its south and pities their backwardness. However, it's on the fringe of the main Central Asian tourist trail, and still attracts more foreign oilmen than tourists. So much the better for those in on its secret. Kazakhstan has most of what the other 'Stans can offer plus plenty more - and it's all still under wraps.

Coronet Peak to Reopen as Nature and Machines Dump Snow

(Fourcorners - Tuesday June 24)

Thanks to some natural snowfall and good snowmaking temperatures skiers and riders will be welcomed back to Coronet Peak tomorrow Wednesday 25th June.