NZ West Coast’s Tourism Triumph: Visitor Spending Soars Beyond National Average

Published on January 31, 2024

The West Coast of New Zealand is witnessing an outstanding surge in tourism, with visitor spending numbers for 2023 exceeding those of the previous year by over 30 percent. The impressive growth far exceeds the national average increase of 11.6 percent, marking an impressive milestone for the region’s tourism industry. With insights for the visitor economy provided by Vistr Destination Intelligence, the September 2023 Destinations Insights Report (pdf) covers various aspects of tourism on the West Coast, including visitor numbers, spending patterns, and accommodation data, providing a comprehensive picture of the region’s tourism landscape. With a focus on visitor figures, the latest results from this report include both international and domestic visitors, and highlight the West Coast’s growing appeal as a premier tourist destination....

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