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Kiwi Link returns to India after five years, strengthens New Zealand-India tourism ties

Group photo_Kiwi Link India

Kiwi Link, Tourism New Zealand’s flagship trade event, made a triumphant return in India this year, reuniting New Zealand tourism businesses with Indian travel sellers. After a five-year hiatus, a 41-member delegation of New Zealand’s industry representatives, including airlines, airports, experience curators/ guides, hotels, and tour operators, converged to reconnect with 65 Indian buyers through 1,600 B2B meetings held from July 10 -12, 2024.

René de Monch, Chief Executive, Tourism New Zealand
René de Monch, Chief Executive, Tourism New Zealand

This intensive platform allowed New Zealand businesses to showcase their diverse offerings while Indian buyers gained valuable insights into crafting unforgettable New Zealand off-peak experiences. To further equip Indian travel agents with destination familiarity, a comprehensive frontline product training session was conducted on July 12 both in-person and via a live virtual session which garnered close to 300 participants.

Kiwi Link India Ongoing meetings

The overwhelming success of Kiwi Link India underscores the vibrant demand for New Zealand Tourism in India and signifies a renewed commitment to fostering a thriving partnership between the two nations.