Aotearoa New Zealand’s tourism industry was greatly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The government provided broad-based and targeted support to the industry during the pandemic. You can read about the support we provided at the links below.
The Government is investing an additional $13.5 million into international tourism marketing to encourage more visitors to New Zealand.
The Government is investing in regional economic growth and sustainable tourism by supporting the installation of e-bike charging stations on 2 New Zealand cycle trails, with more regions set to benefit through an upcoming second funding round.
The Government is investing $2.6 million into 152 regional events across the country. Events are excellent drawcards to get more visitors into our regions, particularly in quieter parts of the year for the tourism sector.
Regional tourism organisations will receive a total of $3 million to attract more international visitors to regional New Zealand this year.
The Scheme supports the recovery of refunds and credits owed to New Zealand consumers by overseas travel suppliers.
Since 1 July 2019, most international visitors to New Zealand have been charged the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). The IVL is set at $100 for each eligible visitor to New Zealand.
Ngā Haerenga New Zealand Cycle Trails include the Great Rides, Heartland Rides and some of the cycle trails in the Urban Cycling Network.
A summary of submissions to the Proposed changes to the International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy discussion document.
Targeted Tourism support was available to the 5 South Island communities most impacted by the loss of international visitors.
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