After two years, the first foreign tourists and travellers are returning to New Zealand. But the tiny island nation, world-famous for its unspoilt natural landscape, has a message for visitors. “The future will not be like the past.” These are the words of Aotearoa Tourism Industry (TIA) chief executive Rebecca Ingram. But they encapsulate the…

Leave no traces on the confession: we decided to publish some of the stories that tourists told us. And they ask for forgiveness. All stories are published without names. Most campers and hikers try to travel as light as possible, sticking to the trail and trying to leave the campsites as they were before camping.…

Planning an outdoor date with someone special? These tips will help you leave no trace and impress your partner with your responsible outdoor skills. Plan ahead and prepare Everyone loves a surprise, but no one likes to be cold, hungry or uncomfortable. Let your partner know about the weather and activities you’re planning so you…

Minister of State for Heritage Malcolm Noonan (TD Malcolm Noonan) unveiled an ambitious new Strategic Plan to inspire responsible outdoor recreation over the next three years. In February 2021, a stakeholder engagement process was launched involving key Leave No Trace stakeholders and the public through interviews and surveys. As a result of this process, Leave…

After two years, the first foreign tourists and travellers are returning to New Zealand. But the tiny island nation, world-famous for its unspoilt natural landscape, has a message for visitors. “The future will not be like the past.” These are the words of Aotearoa Tourism Industry (TIA) chief executive Rebecca Ingram. But they encapsulate the…

Leave no traces on the confession: we decided to publish some of the stories that tourists told us. And they ask for forgiveness. All stories are published without names. Most campers and hikers try to travel as light as possible, sticking to the trail and trying to leave the campsites as they were before camping.…

Planning an outdoor date with someone special? These tips will help you leave no trace and impress your partner with your responsible outdoor skills. Plan ahead and prepare Everyone loves a surprise, but no one likes to be cold, hungry or uncomfortable. Let your partner know about the weather and activities you’re planning so you…

Minister of State for Heritage Malcolm Noonan (TD Malcolm Noonan) unveiled an ambitious new Strategic Plan to inspire responsible outdoor recreation over the next three years. In February 2021, a stakeholder engagement process was launched involving key Leave No Trace stakeholders and the public through interviews and surveys. As a result of this process, Leave…