RTNZ organises this event every year.
This annual event is a great way to reconnect with Inbound Tour Operators before TRENZ, the contracting season and train new recruits.
Key dates
- Registration opens - 11 September, 2023
- Registration closes - 29 September, 2023
- New Zealand delegation confirmed and invoiced - 9 October, 2023
- New Zealand delegation pre-departure brief - W/C 5 February, 2024
- Tourism New Zealand Regional Showcase 2024 - 20-21 February, 2024
Event Format
Venue |
Hilton Hotel Auckland, the Anchorage room |
Times |
Tuesday and Wednesday being mirror days of each other. From 8:30am - 5:30pm (set up from 7:00am. Ready to go by 8:00am) |
Type of attendees |
Inbound Tour Operators staff (Product Managers, reservations, Directors...) |
Appointment schedule |
Pre-scheduled appointments |
Appointment format |
One-on-one appointments |
Appointment duration (mins) |
Approx. 12 minutes |
Appointment rotation |
It is a round-robin format, each ITO sees each RTO in a sequential manner. |
Layout |
Table layout |
Destination Kaikōura will be represented by Geraldine at this event.
How can operators be represented at this event?
This event is reserved to RTOs only but we are showcasing our beautiful region and answering any questions the agents might have.
First, you need to be Trade-ready.
Secondly, please make sure you have sent Geraldine the following documents:
- one-pager to be included in the RTO presentation (which will be sent in the follow up email to agents)
- Fact sheet
- Trade Manual
- Images & Videos