Research Reports
Last updated:
January 2008
This section features reports, publications and updates on research topics.
The Ministry of Tourism provides a range of reports on areas relevant to the New Zealand tourism industry.
This study was undertaken by Tourism Resource Consultants (TRC) on behalf of the Ministry of Tourism to synthesise existing research on the economic value of international visitors to New Zealand. It describes the economic, social and environmental costs and benefits associated with international travel to New Zealand.
The objective of this study is to develop a better understanding of the influence that
major adverse events have on levels of tourism activity in New Zealand.
This report was conducted by the Ministry of Tourism in 2004 to contribute to the development of a framework for water bodies by identifying water bodies of importance to tourism.
This Review of Core Tourism Statistics was undertaken by the Ministry of Tourism in 2002 to gain consistency between datasets allowing easier analysis of information.
The Lions Series generated additional foreign exchange earnings of $131.0m which
flowed through the New Zealand economy and generated a total GDP impact of
$135.2m (including indirect and induced effects).
There have been five studies undertaken on the economic impact of the America's Cup Regatta for New Zealand, covering the 2007, 2003 and 1999 events.
The Yield Research Programme involved three years of pioneering research to investigate financial and economic sustainability in tourism by taking an objective and holistic view of the sector.
This research report gives insight into the relationships between movements in the value of the New Zealand dollar and the performance of the tourism sector.
This report presents a literature review and synthesis of published research about tourism and recreation in New Zealand’s natural environment.
This report examines the domestic and outbound travel patterns of New Zealand residents between 1999 and 2005.
Maori and Maori culture play an important role in the tourism industry in New Zealand. These reports explore maori participation in tourism.
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