If it’s a warm welcome you’re after, you can’t go past a weekend break in Rotorua. Rich in Māori culture, extraordinary nature-based adventures and elegant hotel stays, this is a place to explore and unwind.
Kiwis and international visitors could get a rude shock when they head to the rental kiosk to pick up their rentals, with a lack of stock and ramped up demand expected to hike rental costs by double.
Imposing self-isolation on international arrivals will keep NZ out of step with the rest of the world, as it looks to put the pandemic behind it, the hospitality sector says.
New rules for self-isolation are in place as the government prepares to open the border.