New Zealand Triples Price For Tourists To Enter Country
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04 Sept 2024
New Zealand will nearly triple its International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy starting 1 October
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The levy will increase from NZ$35 (Rs 1,825) to NZ$100 (Rs 5,214), aimed at boosting economic growth
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Tourism Industry Aotearoa fears the higher fee could significantly deter international visitors
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New Zealand's appeal includes Maori culture and stunning landscapes like glaciers and volcanoes
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Long-distance air fares and the South Pacific location have historically limited visitor numbers
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The tourism sector's recovery has lagged globally, with 2023 visitor numbers still below pre-pandemic levels
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Tourism Minister Matt Doocey believes the new tax won't deter visitors significantly
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The increased tax is less than 3% of the average tourist's spend in New Zealand
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The tax does not apply to visitors from Australia and the Pacific
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Other countries also have tourist taxes, often included in accommodation or travel costs
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