Our Key Partners

Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ) has developed a strong network of partners that share our values and commitment to the tourism industry.

Tourism New Zealand (TNZ)

Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) is the organisation responsible for marketing New Zealand to the world as a tourist destination. This is achieved through the 100% Pure New Zealand marketing campaign, which has evolved to become one of the world’s most well-respected tourism brands. International tourism has grown to become New Zealand’s largest earner of foreign exchange, pumping around NZ$14.5 billion into the New Zealand economy each year.

www.tourismnewzealand.com

Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA)

The Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA) is an independent association that represents all sectors of New Zealand’s large and diverse tourism industry. Members range from SMEs to large, publicly listed corporates.

www.tia.org.nz

New Zealand Māori Tourism Council (NZMT)

New Zealand Māori Tourism works with the Māori tourism sector to contribute to our economy, to provide compelling visitor experiences, and to build a strong commercial and cultural leadership.

Māori leading Aotearoa New Zealand visitor experiences – Mā te pūkenga Māori te wheako Māori i Aotearoa nei, e ārahi.

www.maoritourism.co.nz

Qualmark

Qualmark is the official quality assurance accreditation programme for New Zealand accommodation, tourist attractions, activities, transportation and inbound tour operators.

As of March 2012, an exclusive ‘tourism export council inbound tour operator’ mark has been developed. All Full TECNZ members must be Qualmark endorsed with our own set of criteria. This includes using at least 75% of suppliers who are also Qualmark endorsed across the range of categories.

The Tourism Export Council is committed to Qualmark and quality standards!

www.qualmark.co.nz

Interislander

Interislander has been proudly connecting Aotearoa’s North and South Islands, cruising between Wellington and Picton through the stunning Marlborough Sounds for over 60 years.

It has been described as one of the most beautiful ferry journeys in the world and a ‘must do’ experience for everyone exploring New Zealand.

Carrying over 800,000 passengers every year, 250,000 passenger vehicles, and $14 billion of freight, Interislander is an essential part of New Zealand’s tourism landscape and supply network.

Interislander offers a range of convenient sailing times from Wellington and Picton, 365 days a year, along with a host of on-board services including a premium lounge, cafes, cinema and entertainment for kids.

www.interislander.co.nz