Auckland, New Zealand — August 8, 2025
In short: New Zealand’s 2025 leisure travel recovery outpaces business travel, which remains significantly behind.
Leisure Leads, Business Lags
According to Stats NZ’s latest international visitor data, New Zealand welcomed 1.79 million holiday arrivals in 2025, about 9% below 2019 levels but 12% higher than the 2024 figure. This surge in leisure travel indicates a steady recovery in the sector. Business travel, however, continues to lag, showing minimal growth compared to pre-2020 levels. The data highlights a clear disparity between the resurgence of leisure travel and the stagnant business travel market, presenting both opportunities and challenges for the travel industry.
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